The Tools

Relationships are key to our happiness. Read tips for deepening and strengthening connections or reconnecting with people you already know.

When your thoughts cross the line from productive to unstoppable, they become obsessions. Here are tips to stop obsessive thoughts.

Good people sometimes make bad decisions because of pre-existing frailties, like low self-esteem. Here are tips to improve self-esteem.

Skills to combat anticipatory anxiety (fear negative things might occur in the future), using Cover Story by Susan Rigetti for examples.

Discover the power of I-Statements in romantic relationships. Learn how open communication can build trust for a happily ever after.

Avoiding Excessive Talking: Discover how Alex from "Red White & Royal Blue" could tackle his talkaholic tendencies.

People change. But, change is a hard and multi-stage process. Learn about the stages of change and how to move from preparation to action.

Ned Groom is unraveling, and all the world’s top celebrities are there to see it. Thirty years ago, Ned and his brother inherited the...

A perfectionist think “I am what I accomplish.” Perfectionists critique themselves, & self-esteem suffers. Tips to overcome perfectionism.

Judy just transferred to a new, highly competitive, performing arts high school. She has a show-stopping voice, a great sense of humor,...

Discover how to prioritize mental health and self-care by avoiding doom-scrolling.

Attachment styles can lead to trusting or distanced relationships. Here are tips for growth from avoidant / dismissive patterns.

Laurie is an accomplished journalist who moved across the country – all the way from Maine to Seattle – to fulfill her dreams. She hasn’t...

Uncontrolled anger leads to negative consequences. Click here to learn pausing before responding, an anger management tool.

How do you find happiness when it feels elusive? Start by making gratitude lists, I'll teach you how, here.

We all have impulsive moments, but when impulsivity causes negative consequences, it becomes problematic. Here are tips for slowing down.

Welcome. I'm Marisa, a therapist who loves books. When reading, I frequently think: "what skills would I give this character?" Then I go...

Boundaries are limits you set with other people. Here are some tips for how to verbalize clear, empowering boundaries.