We are sharing this blog again because setting boundaries is an ongoing practice, and we all need a reminder to check in on them sometimes! Setting boundaries is hard. Maintaining them over time is even
Most of us know we should set boundaries. We know they’re healthy and we’ve probably been told more than once that setting them with our partner, coworkers, friends, or family is an act of self-respect.
The concept of “nervous system regulation” seems to be all over the internet these days. If you scroll social media for five minutes, you’re likely to encounter someone talking about their dysregulated nervous system or
You probably know what it feels like when your nervous system is on high alert. You sense a threat, and your body responds. Thankfully so! Your nervous system is designed to help you react to
Every relationship has moments of tension, disconnection, and conflict. What defines a lasting bond is how we work to repair those moments and grow stronger through them. Hi, I’m Jordan, a social worker at Dóchas
Grief is one of the most universal human experiences, yet it remains widely misunderstood. When someone experiences a loss, whether through death, divorce, illness, or another significant life change, they are often met not only
So you’re ready to book your first therapy appointment, but find yourself staring at the ‘Meet our Team’ webpage asking yourself a thousand different questions, including: How am I supposed to know who I should
When you attended school in childhood, friendships may have seemed to come naturally and easily. In this environment, you were forced to be in a group of peers for several hours a day. This proximity
We’ve all been there: awkwardly standing in a long line, waiting for our drink order to be made at the cafe, or killing time before a meeting. There’s no requirement for conversation with those around
Have you ever wondered why it feels so much harder to make friends as an adult? You might remember how seemingly effortless it was as a kid, you showed up, clicked with someone, and just
