Jacob Somers

“happy marriages are based on a deep friendship” - John Gottman Ph.D. Relationships can be some of the most rewarding parts of life, but they also come with challenges that can strain even the strongest bonds. One of the most well-known frameworks for understanding relationship conflict comes from the Gottman Method, which identifies four destructive behaviors known as the "Four Horsemen." These behaviors—Criticism, Contempt, Defensiveness, and...

A Look into a Catastrophizing Mind “There were many terrible things in my life and most of them never happened.” - Michael Montaigne Catastrophization is a maladaptive mental pattern that can deeply affect our emotional and physical well-being. It involves into the worst possible outcome in a given situation, creating a cycle of anxiety, fear, and avoidance. This type of thinking distorts our reality, making challenges feel insurmountable and overwhelming. Understanding the roots of...

Your Lifeline in the Storm - Journaling The cost of therapy without insurance ranges from $100-$200 for each visit. 1 With this consideration over half of Americans, roughly 27 million, experiencing a mental illness are going untreated due to poor access to care. With this concern, providing therapy aids in gaining the tools needed for self-care, personal awareness, emotional intelligence, regulation, and more. This introduction will provide some awareness of why we discuss each Therapist...