Jun 23, 2021 | The Science of You
Why are men still hesitant to seek out therapy? As a therapist, I think about this question all of the time. The stigma of “men being men” remains and there is an expectation that the masculine thing to do is to not show your emotions. Maybe not as much as generations...
Jun 1, 2021 | Relationships
In June 2019, I was overwhelmed with love as people took to the streets of my Minneapolis hometown for the largest PRIDE turnout in our history. In honor of the 50th anniversary of the Stonewall Riots, the community showed up to celebrate how far we’ve come and to...
Jan 16, 2020 | Relationships
When it comes to many situations, we’re unlikely to be first responders: Natural disasters, house fires, and roadside accidents are likely to have trained professionals on the scene quickly. But when for mental health crises, we are likely to be the first ones...
Sep 19, 2019 | Relationships
“I feel like I don’t know my own child.”I’ve heard that sentiment from many parents in my practice when talking about their teenagers. For many, it’s only the typical teenage stuff—some moodiness and angst that are common in a rapidly developing brain.For others,...
Sep 12, 2019 | The Science of You
Mental health issues have always had a stigma in healthcare, but this seems to be declining in younger patients. Millennials are more comfortable with talking about it and seeking help for mental health issues. Eighty-five percent of Millennials said they would not...
