Society has historically held the assumption that everyone is heterosexual and cisgender, so when someone isn’t and decides to share that with others, we say they are “coming out.” …
The Ellie Blog
Family tips and insights
How to Start a Conversation About Mental Health
Taking care of your mental health is important and shouldn't be ignored. We don’t always realize we’re struggling and having a loved one check in with us about their observations …
I Think My Kid is Autistic: What Do I Do Now?
As an autistic human and a therapist, I have many thoughts on this topic. Neurodiversity is a buzzword and on a lot of people’s minds. People spend a lot of time scrolling TikTok, …
Dealing with Family Conflict
Whether it’s the holidays or an upcoming family vacation, family conflict can overshadow the occasion and make everyone miserable. Sure, everyone loves Uncle Steve and Aunt …
What To Expect When Your Kid Starts Therapy
I have worked with children as a therapist for years and I am consistently impressed by the parents I have worked with. The amount of love, adoration, and respect they have for …
Dealing With Holiday Stress? 5 Tips to Wind Down and Enjoy the Season
'Tis the season to be jolly, fa-la-la-la-la... and perpetually stressed out about finding the perfect gift, hosting the ultimate family feast, and turning your home into a …
Unraveling Enmeshment: Understanding Healthy Boundaries in Family Relationships
Remember that last family gathering? Or are you secretly trying to forget it? If the latter is true, we get you. Our families have the power to make us laugh, cry, and then some. …
What A Christmas Carol Teaches Us About Ourselves this Holiday Season
As I settled down to watch “The Muppet Christmas Carol” with my seven-year-old kiddo earlier this month, I found myself falling into my often tread path of wondering how I can tie …
Adolescents and Suicide Prevention: A Guide for Clinicians
The teenage years are often marked by profound emotional and developmental shifts. Teens today are grappling with not only the timeless struggles of identity, acceptance, and …
10 Books to Help Cope with Infertility
By Sara Livingston-Burke, LPCC Infertility can be challenging and heartbreaking, but there are so many books and resources available to help if you are walking through a journey …
How To Support Your Autistic Loved One
Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) is defined as, “a neurological and developmental disorder that affects how people interact with others, communicate, learn and behave”. It is …
How to Validate Someone’s Feelings and Become a Better Listener
Someone tells you they are struggling. Maybe they’re stressed about their tumultuous relationship, or maybe they’re in a funk and feeling like they’re completely worthless. How do …
