by Melissa Muller | Jul 8, 2026 | Mental Health
Many people come to see me for counseling because they feel stuck. Sometimes it’s because of a traumatic experience. Other times it’s anxiety, panic attacks, difficult relationships, or painful memories that continue to affect everyday life. Even after...
by Melissa Muller | Jun 17, 2026 | Mental Health
One of the things I hear often from clients is: “I just can’t seem to relax.” Sometimes they’re busy parents juggling work, family, and everything in between. Sometimes they’re caring for aging parents. Sometimes they’re successful...
by Melissa Muller | May 6, 2026 | Mental Health, Teen Mental Health
Could you take a week off from social media? It might sound difficult at first, but many people notice real improvements in their mood, anxiety levels, sleep, and overall mental health when they step away from constant scrolling. One study found that taking just a...
by Melissa Muller | Jan 19, 2026 | Healthy Lifestyle, Mental Health, Positive Thinking
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 8, 2025 | Mental Health
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 | Sep 14, 2025 | Mental Health
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...
