Your Teen Needs a Voice in Divorce, But Not the Responsibility
Divorce can leave teens wanting more say in what happens next, but giving them a voice is very different from asking them to carry decisions and responsibilities that belong to the adults. A.J. Garcia, LMFT, QCS Divorce can leave teenagers feeling like major decisions are being made around them, and sometimes about them, without much […]
Why Relationships Matter
Some conversations stay with us long after they end. A few words of encouragement at exactly the right time can still matter years later. So can a careless comment, a broken promise, being ignored when you needed someone, or hearing the same criticism often enough that you eventually started believing it yourself. The moment may […]
How to Recognize Manipulation, and Remember That You Still Have a Choice
You walked into the conversation hoping to talk about something that hurt you. You weren’t looking for a fight. You weren’t trying to blame anyone. You simply wanted to be heard. But somewhere along the way, something shifted. Now you’re explaining yourself. Defending yourself. Apologizing. Comforting them. Questioning whether you should have brought it up […]
An Attitude Makeover: Small Mindset Shifts That Support Your Mental Health
An attitude makeover is not about becoming a different person. It’s about making small shifts that help you move through life with more confidence, resilience, and hope.Daniela Bigott, MS, LMFTAt Thrive Counseling, we often hear clients say they wish they could “think more positively” or “have a better attitude.” While our mindset does play an […]
