Could Low Vitamin D Be Causing Your Fall Fatigue, Stress, or Low Mood? As the days get shorter and sunlight becomes scarce, many people notice changes in mood, energy, and stress levels. Feeling more tired or irritable this fall might be more than just seasonal blues—low vitamin D could be to blame. Why Vitamin D…
When people think about couples therapy, they often imagine sitting together in a therapist’s office: soft lighting, neutral décor, and the classic therapist’s couch. There’s a long-standing, outdated notion that the therapist’s job is to “catch” a liar, hold someone accountable, or even operate like a school principal taking someone to the principal’s office. In…
Let’s get real for a second. You wouldn’t go to a dentist with rotting teeth. You wouldn’t go to a dermatologist with a face full of untreated acne. You wouldn’t trust a financial advisor who is living paycheck to paycheck. So why, in mental health, do we treat therapists differently? Clients rarely ask themselves this…
A long time ago, I was working with a marketing agency that suggested my tagline be “Dr. Teralyn’s Couch of Change.” Honestly, it made me laugh. The idea that a therapist’s couch could magically create change? Ridiculous. But it also perfectly illustrates how traditional therapy has long been romanticized and misunderstood. I was once that…
When people think about therapy, they often imagine the classic therapist’s couch: a quiet office, soft lighting, and a neutral space. But here’s the truth: therapy isn’t about the couch. It’s about your life, your relationships, and your ability to change what happens outside the office. As a matter of fact, when you go to…
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful therapy for trauma, anxiety, and difficult life experiences. Traditionally offered in person, EMDR is now increasingly available via telehealth—bringing the benefits of this evidence-based therapy straight to your home. Some may worry that EMDR requires an in-office setting to be effective. In reality, telehealth EMDR works…
For couples balancing busy work schedules, family responsibilities, and personal commitments, finding time for therapy can feel impossible. This is where telehealth comes in—not as a second choice, but often as a better option than traditional in-person therapy. Telehealth for couples therapy allows partners to attend sessions from the comfort of their own home, eliminating…
Life is busy. Between work, family responsibilities, and everything else on your plate, finding time for therapy can feel impossible. That’s where telehealth therapy comes in. Many people wonder if online therapy can really match the effectiveness of in-person sessions—and research says yes. Telehealth Works Just as Well as In-Person Therapy Studies show that online…
When your relationship is struggling, seeking professional help is one of the most powerful decisions you can make. But not all therapy is created equal—and in fact, choosing the wrong type of therapist can unintentionally cause more harm than healing. Many people assume that any licensed therapist can help with relationship issues, but that’s not…
Depression is a complex and challenging mental health condition that can affect all aspects of your life, from your relationships to your physical health. It’s normal to feel sad or down occasionally, but when these feelings persist for weeks or months, it’s essential to seek professional help. Therapy is one of the most effective treatments…
