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Ava Shakib, ASW (she/her)

February 10, 2025

Ask A Therapist: I have a crush on my therapist—what now??

Ask A Therapist: I have a crush on my therapist—what now??

Your crush may be pointing you to a deeper longing.

Ask A Therapist: I have a crush on my therapist—what now??

Sammy Peachey, LMFT (she/they)

February 10, 2025

Feeling Secure in Polyamory on Valentine’s Day.

A therapist’s guide for navigating this uniquely tricky holiday.

Ari Torres, LSW, MEd (she/they)

January 13, 2025

Asexuality v. low desire. What’s the difference?

The lines between asexuality and low desire can feel blurry, and sometimes they overlap. Here are some tips to give language to your experience.

Ava Shakib, ASW (she/her)

January 13, 2025

Ask A Therapist: Is sexual desire important in a relationship?

Love and connection exist outside of sex. Let’s explore how your relationship can thrive, even when sexual energy ebbs and flows.

Brendan Yukins, LSW, CST (he/him)

December 9, 2024

Healing After the Storm: Climate Anxiety Therapy

Lessons from a therapist supporting hurricane survivors in North Carolina.

Ava Shakib, ASW (she/her)

December 9, 2024

Ask A Therapist: How Can I Express My Rage About Global Violence?

When we silence our rage, we also silence the underlying message it’s trying to convey—that something isn’t right, and we care deeply about changing it.

Rae Jones, LMSW (they/them)

October 15, 2024

When self-improvement becomes self-sabotage.

There is such a thing as too much striving.

Ava Shakib, ASW (she/her)

October 15, 2024

Ask A Therapist: How do I heal from homophobia?

You’re ready to find peace and distance yourself from homophobic people. What next?

Rae Jones, LMSW (they/them)

September 9, 2024

How to Reset With Your Partner(s) After a Rough Patch

Although difficult, finding your way back to your partner can be a beautiful process.

Ava Shakib, ASW (she/her)

September 9, 2024

Ask A Therapist: Is masturbation possible after trauma?

If trauma is impacting your experience of masturbation, here are some tips to boost your healing and pleasure.

Rae Jones, LMSW (they/them)

August 12, 2024

The Difference Between Cheating & Ethical Non-Monogamy

Cheating is always about a violation of an agreement and a betrayal of trust. That said, it is up to you and your partner to define, agree, and consent to your specific arrangement.

Ava Shakib, ASW (she/her)

August 12, 2024

Ask A Therapist: How do I rewire my desire for toxic relationships?

Once you’re ready to change your toxic relationship patterns, you can start out by reframing your feelings about boredom, thrill, and more.

Rae Jones, LMSW (they/them)

Being Okay With the Inevitable: Reframing Jealousy in A Relationship

We all get jealous, and, despite how we are sometimes socialized to think that jealousy is a negative, scary, shameful thing, I’m here to tell you that jealousy can actually be a friend.

Ava Shakib, ASW (she/her)

Ask A Therapist: How do I cope with isolation after a breakup?

If you’ve lost a part of your support system, here’s how to cope with relationship loss and find hope.

Ava Shakib, ASW (she/her)

Ask A Therapist: How do I balance activism, my well-being, and relationships?

Is your activism affecting your health and personal connections? Here’s how to stay balanced and thriving.

Kiana Lewis (she/they)

Nature might be one of your best lovers.

Good lovers make you feel beautiful, embodied, satisfied, and nourished—–the Earth is one of them.

Dr. Leah Goodman, LSW, OTR/L (she/they)

10 Tips To Be Kinder To Yourself.

A therapist debunks myths about self-compassion and shares 10 tools to be more inwardly kind.

Dr. Leah Goodman, LSW, OTR/L (she/they)

Ask A Therapist: What’s The Big Deal With Attachment Style (And How Might It Show Up With My Therapist)?

THE Casey Tanner explains how your attachment style can impact your experience in therapy.

Dr. Leah Goodman, LSW, OTR/L (she/they)

Ask A Therapist: Is Relationship Therapy Only For Couples?

Have you ever asked yourself if relationship therapy is for you? Here are some insights that may help you make an informed decision.

Dr. Leah Goodman, LSW, OTR/L (she/they)

How To Communicate Hurt (While Owning Your Stuff).

Four prompts to initiate dialogue during hard moments.

Dr. Leah Goodman, LSW, OTR/L (she/they)

Should I tell them it's my first time?

When you're new to queer dating, sometimes anxieties run high. Here are some helpful tips to consider when it's your first time (Hint: You're already doing just fine).

Lena Peak, MSW (she/they)

Ask A Therapist: What to expect the first time you go to sex therapy.

Discover what sex therapy is and why it might be right for you. It's less intimidating than you might think.