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Holiday Boundaries: Because Protecting Your Sanity Is the Reason for the Season
Embrace the holiday spirit and manage stress by creating beautiful festive arrangements, bringing joy and tranquility to the season. Ah, the holidays ... that magical time of year when twinkling lights glow, cookies appear everywhere, and every family member transforms into a part-time event coordinator who needs to know exactly what time you’re arriving and what dish you will be bringing three weeks in advance. The holidays are also the season when your calendar fills up
Matthew Herrera
Nov 233 min read


How Men’s Mental Health and Suicide Risk Connect: Lessons from Marshawn Kneeland
After Marshawn Kneeland’s death, men’s mental health and suicide risk must be addressed. Learn warning signs, risk factors, and how to support high-achieving men. The Tragedy of Marshawn Kneeland At just 24 years old and days after scoring a touchdown, Dallas Cowboys defensive end Marshawn Kneeland died by an apparent self-inflicted gunshot wound following a police pursuit (Reuters, 2025) . According to reporting, his girlfriend had alerted authorities that he was armed, had
Matthew Herrera
Nov 133 min read


Frequently Asked Questions About Teen Therapy
1. How do I know if my teen needs therapy? Look for warning signs such as withdrawal, irritability, low motivation, or academic decline....
Matthew Herrera
Aug 201 min read


The Benefits of Teen Therapy in Pasadena | Support for Adolescents & Parents
If you are concerned about your teen's well-being, or a teen wondering how therapy could help, do not hesitate to reach out. Adolescence...
Matthew Herrera
Aug 203 min read


How Mental Health Treatment Empowers Artists, Actors, Musicians & Writers
The Unique Mental Health Challenges Facing Creative Professionals Mental health treatment is not a detour. Rather, it is the foundation...
Matthew Herrera
Aug 103 min read


The Healing Power of Brainspotting in Therapy
Brainspotting can be used to help unlock Deeper Healing, Creativity, and Clarity I recently had the opportunity to attend a workshop led...
Matthew Herrera
Jul 282 min read


The Transformative Power of Mental Health: A Reflection on Miley Cyrus’ Journey
“I’m sober, and it’s not because I have a problem with alcohol. It’s just because I love clarity.” Miley Cyrus, 2025 In a recent...
Matthew Herrera
Jun 113 min read


Resilience in a Cutthroat Industry: Mental Health Tools for Actors, Writers, and Crew
In the Entertainment Industry , where casting calls, production meetings, and creative hustle are daily norms, mental health challenges ...
Matthew Herrera
May 303 min read


Staying Grounded During a Period of Uncertainty: Mental Health Tools for Entertainment Professionals
Mental Health in the Entertainment Industry: Navigating Job Scarcity and Uncertainty The entertainment industry is experiencing a period...
Matthew Herrera
May 204 min read


Navigating Political Stress and Mental Health: Managing Anxiety in a Polarized World
Understanding the Impact of Politics on Mental Health In 2025 and beyond, political stress and anxiety are becoming increasingly...
Matthew Herrera
Feb 53 min read
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