National Nutrition Month

By Mary Dobson, LMFT, CEDS From the outside, many kids in Westport look like they’re doing just fine: They get good grades. Show up to practice. They’re polite, responsible, rarely disruptive. Teachers describe them as motivated. Coaches call them disciplined. Parents may even hear, “You’re lucky; your child is easy. ”Inside my therapy office, I hear…

Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) is a mental health condition characterized by intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors. These thoughts and behaviors can significantly interfere with daily life and cause distress. When dealing with OCD, seeking professional help is crucial. One of the important decisions to make is choosing the right treatment program. Two common options are Partial…

The therapy office can be the loneliest and alternately the most companionable place in the world. Such intimacy and secrets shared, then silence. They stick to me like ectoplasm.

Mother’s Day is a wonderful opportunity for you to express your love and appreciation to your mom through creative art projects that can be also be a personalized gift for your mom.

Whether you’re single, married, dating, or in a complicated relationship, making Valentine’s Day an expression of SELF-LOVE will give this holiday a new and promising twist! At LIFT, we choose to focus on self-love this Valentine’s Day.  Here are a few ideas on how to implement self-love strategies this V-Day:

Self-harm, also known as self-injury or cutting, is a topic that many people find difficult to discuss, but it’s a reality that affects a significant number of adolescents. During the teenage years, young people experience emotional, social, and physical changes that can sometimes feel overwhelming. For some, self-harm becomes a coping mechanism to deal with…