Why Conversations about Health are so Confusing
If you look up the definition of health, you will likely see descriptions of a person having total physical, emotional, and mental well-being. But even this definition continues to be updated and built upon. The World Health Organization first amended this definition in the 1980s by adding that health indicates a positive sense of personal resources. In 2021, they again extended the definition to also include a person’s ability to adapt to stress and highlighted how spiritual, environmental, and social components leave an impact on health (Felmen, 2025). Through these updates and revisions, it’s clear to see that finding one singular explanation of health is challenging. Especially when you include larger cultural ideas regarding health.
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Managing the Mental Health Impacts of Chronic Pain
Defined by the medical community as pain lasting three months or longer, chronic pain is closely linked to mental health, and can have an immense impact on a person’s psychological well-being.
Read therapist Tucker Robinson’s thoughts in this Seattle Times article.
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Learning to Slow Down: What My First Year as a Therapist Taught Me
When I started my journey as a therapist, I carried a mix of excitement and uncertainty. I knew why I was here. I wanted to become the kind of person I didn’t have supporting me while growing up. As an Asian American man, therapy wasn’t something we talked about in my community or in my family. There was a strong message, spoken and unspoken: push through, don’t complain, keep the family in mind. Emotions were often seen as distractions, even threats to harmony. So when I first found the language to describe my own internal experience in college, it was like a dam breaking.
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An 'Invisible Day' May Be The Little Thing You Need To Better Your Mental Health
Therapists say it's an important way to reconnect with yourself and help combat the anxiety so many of us are feeling.
Read therapist Tychelle Graham-Moskowitz’s thoughts in this Huffington Post article.
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When Panic Shows Up: What’s Happening in Your Body and How to Find Calm
Here’s the thing: panic is your body’s built-in alarm system. It’s your nervous system flipping into high alert, even when there’s no real danger. Understanding what’s happening inside your body can make the experience a little less overwhelming - and knowing a few simple ways to slow things down can make panic feel a whole lot more manageable.
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Thoughts on Loneliness in Seattle and "the Seattle freeze"
Loneliness is not a permanent state; it’s a signal, a quiet invitation to notice ourselves and how we want to relate to others.
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Building and Repairing Trust in Relationships
In one of our recent blog posts, we talked about how couples can begin repairing trust after lies. That piece resonated with so many of you, and it makes sense. Trust is at the core of every healthy relationship, and when it’s broken, the path forward can feel uncertain.
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Family Therapy in Seattle and Kirkland: Building Stronger Connections
As someone who grew up in a family of five kids, I know firsthand how wonderful family can be. I also know how complex it can feel when communication breaks down or when life’s challenges make it hard to stay connected.
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Return to the Table
Food is everywhere. It’s not just about nutrition or fuel. It’s tied to memory, family, culture, identity, and control. It can be a source of joy, or it can be a place of shame and guilt. For many people, it’s both.
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Somatic Experiencing: A Body-Based Approach to Trauma Recovery
When people think of therapy, they often imagine sitting on a couch, talking through their experiences, trying to make sense of pain with words. But some of our most overwhelming experiences, especially trauma, don’t live in words alone. They live in the body. That’s where Somatic Experiencing comes in.
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From Finance Guy to Therapist
Tucker opens up about his journey from finance and chronic pain to somatic therapy and meaningful work. In this honest reflection, he shares how ignoring his body nearly broke him, and how learning to listen changed everything. His story offers a new vision of masculinity rooted in presence, vulnerability, and self-trust.
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5 Things You Should Never Say To An Introverted Child
Uncomfortable situations are scary for everyone, but they’re especially scary for children, who don’t have much control over the situations they’re put in.
Read therapist Kate Roberts thoughts in this Huffington Post article.
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How can art help people heal in therapy?
In this reflection, therapist Becca Reynolds explores how art can help us access deeper truths, confront internalized self-doubt, and reconnect with parts of ourselves we've learned to ignore. Through her personal and clinical lens, she shares why integrating creative expression into therapy might be more essential than we think.
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How a Wooden Kayak Made Me a Better Therapist
Self Space therapist Kate Roberts shares how kayaking on the Puget Sound—no goals, no agenda—helped her reimagine what meaningful therapy can look like. Sometimes the most powerful healing happens when we stop paddling and let ourselves float.
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Finding the Right Therapist as an LGBTQIA+ Person
Finding the right therapist can be challenging for anyone, but for LGBTQIA+ individuals, the search often comes with added concerns. Will the therapist understand your identity? Will they be supportive of your experiences? Can you truly be yourself in sessions? Therapy should be a safe, affirming space where you feel seen, heard, and respected. Whether you are navigating gender identity, coming out, relationships, or mental health struggles, working with a therapist who understands the unique challenges of the LGBTQIA+ community can make all the difference. This guide will help you find a therapist who is the right fit for you.
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There Are 4 Types Of Extroverts. Which One Are You?
Extroverted sensors, extroverted feelers, extroverted intuitives, and extroverted thinkers all have positive qualities.
If you’re an extrovert, your energy is a gift.
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Why Seeking Couples Therapy is a Sign of Strength, Not Failure
Seeking therapy for your relationship is not an admission of failure; it is a powerful commitment to growth. Every couple faces challenges, even if they do not show it. Yet, many avoid therapy due to stigma or fear of judgment.
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Why Therapists Care About the Past
You might come to therapy because something in your life isn’t working. A problem has been bothering you enough that you finally decide to seek the help of a trained professional. After talking for a while, you naturally want to know: What can I do to fix this? Doesn’t your therapist have a clear, well-crafted solution you can implement right away?
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The Power of Therapy: Why the Client-Therapist Relationship Matters
What makes therapy truly effective? It is not just the therapist’s expertise or psychological knowledge—it is the relationship between client and therapist. This connection creates a safe, supportive space where healing, self-discovery, and personal growth can thrive.
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6 Signs That You Might Be An Extroverted Introvert
This personality type has unique strengths, and there are key habits to follow for optimal emotional health.
Extroverted introverts tend to prefer deep conversations with select people as opposed to surface-level conversations with lots of folks.
You’ve probably been asked if you’re an extrovert or an introvert. Maybe you even categorize yourself as one or the other.
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