by Melissa Muller | Jan 19, 2026 | Mindfulness
Tibetan Buddhism Can Teach Us About Improving Mental Health In my work as a therapist, I often hear people say they want to feel calmer, more grounded, and less overwhelmed by their thoughts. While modern psychology offers many helpful tools, some of the most powerful...
by Melissa Muller | Dec 30, 2025 | Depression
Setting Achievable Resolutions and Goals As the New Year approaches, many of us feel inspired to set ambitious goals, but research shows that most resolutions fall by the wayside early in the year. Instead of aiming for drastic changes, why not focus...
by Melissa Muller | Dec 8, 2025 | General Mental Health, Family
The holidays can be a joyful time—but for many of us, they’re also incredibly stressful. In fact, about one-third of Americans say the holidays bring more stress than fun. Between constant social events, buying gifts, planning family gatherings, dealing with crowded...
by Melissa Muller | Oct 15, 2025 | Couples
After 27 years of practicing psychology and working with thousands of individuals, couples, and families, I’ve noticed consistent patterns that appear in relationships — both healthy and struggling ones. Over time, I’ve identified what I call the Five Characteristics...
by Melissa Muller | Sep 14, 2025 | EMDR, Trauma
Introduction: What is EMDR? EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is one of the most powerful tools I’ve used in counseling over the years. Again and again, I’ve seen the way it helps clients move through painful experiences and find healing in ways...
