Heather M. McKenzie, Therapist

Have you caught yourself thinking "This can't be happening" or "This isn't fair" or “If only…”? We all use denial to cope with painful realities. But fighting the truth only creates more suffering. Learn how to use the psychological strategy of Radical Acceptance to untangle yourself from the exhaustion of denial. Try these practical steps to stop fighting a painful reality and help move yourself forward to what can be possible next.

Sick of saying yes when you really mean no? Learn to start small, build confidence & manage pushback to create more authentic relationships.

Engage with these 20 self-reflection questions for deeper awareness to know your true self beyond yearly goals & resolutions.

Learn to use the acronym SORRY to apologize in a specific way. Understand what to avoid so your apology repairs the hurt & builds connection

Making adult friends is surprisingly hard. Consider these 9 ways to find & connect with people so you can start building new friendships.

Learn ways to express your wants, needs & preferences without causing to conflict. Try this communication formula and assertive strategies.

The closer the holidays draw, the higher the stress and worry. As you navigate holiday dynamics, give yourself these 11 permissions.

We need interconnection with others but it can feel so uncomfortable accepting care and help. Let's look at why it's hard and how to do it.

Validation is a human craving. We all want to matter. Since external validation isn't guaranteed, learning to self-validate is essential.

Our attachment styles will show up with every human interaction. Learn how your tendency towards Secure or Insecure attachment impacts you.

Attachment Style refers to the way we perceive and connect with others. It’s at the root of all our interactions with people.

Emotions dictate where our attention goes. The more intense an emotion gets, the more it narrows our focus. Use the STOP skill for control.

The BPD criteria are explained in terms to help you better assess if this is something that applies to you or someone you care about.

Trust is one of the scariest gifts we can give someone and trust is crucial for healthy connections. 11 qualities to determine trustability.

Take a few moments to reflect on these crucial elements that may be healthy (or not) in your connections with other people.

If you live with other people, you will be dealing with some unprecedented experiences in your environment over the next weeks and months.

If you're thinking about making a long-term commitment, please save yourselves some heartache and dive into these questions. Please!

If you're wondering if you need some different boundaries, do a quick assessment for any feelings of resentment towards others.

Validation is a communication tool that lets another person know “I hear you.” When used correctly, it can completely shift the dynamic.

We each prefer to give and receive love in different ways. Learn more about your preferences so that your needs in relationships can be met.