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Meet Our New Intern: Cody Flynn
Hi everyone! My name is Cody Flynn and I am currently a second-year Master’s student at the University of Minnesota in the Counseling and Student Personnel Psychology (CSPP) program. Being…
Read MoreBoundary Setting and Consent with COVID Precautions
We are over 6 months into a global pandemic. That is a long time, and we have had to adjust to a new normal. During this time, one major thing…
Read MoreDear Parents as the School Year Starts
Parents, I feel you. We are under a lot of pressure right now, especially in making decisions about our kids’ return to school, in-person or virtual or something in between.…
Read MoreListening as an Ingredient for Growing Intimacy
Listening is so essential, especially to close relationships. Through true listening, we validate each other’s worth, we grow more intimate and we can heal damaged relationships.
Read MoreWe’re Still In It
As the world begins to reopen, and for some states, close back down, I am hearing from clients a resurgence in low energy, lack of motivation, and sadness. I’m hearing…
Read MoreLetter to Clients re: Resuming In-Person Services
Dear Clients, While telemedicine is still the preferred method of treatment, at this time, clinicians are starting to make plans to resume in person sessions on a case by case…
Read MoreSelf-Care: Building Your Toolbox
The topic of “Self-Care” is on repeat in many of my sessions. So, what does it actually mean, and why is it so important? For those who live with mental…
Read MoreYoga to Calm the Body and Mind: Benefits and 5 Steps to Help You Get Started
Yoga is a great way to connect with yourself mentally and physically. In hard times it can also help build resilience and facilitate self-regulation. The practice is comprised of postures…
Read MoreThe Power of Ritual
I just attended my first funeral during the current pandemic; not as a result of COVID-19, but the timing of the death made it truly challenging, none-the-less. It was my…
Read MoreSelf-Care: Prioritizing Your Needs
Maybe it’s the season, but I’ve noticed a lot of time spent and conversations had is around the theme of combating energy depletion through self-care. I know you all have…
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