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If you’re like me, “Back to school” is a visceral experience. The air has a chill, it’s still dark when I wake, and I have the urge to put on cowboy boots. Everything feels a bit different, whether you have kids going back to school or not. My body remembers the feeling of pressure to pick the perfect outfit for each first day. Back to school is filled with firsts, and it can be hectic, stressful, and emotional — for all of us. When the school year begins, expectations run hi

In grad school, I once spent hours on my hands and knees deep-cleaning the grout between my kitchen tiles. I was mid-thesis and procrastinating hard. Later, I told a colleague what I'd done. She laughed and admitted she'd deep-cleaned her oven before finishing her dissertation. Procrasti-cleaning. It's a thing. Let's make it viral. Sometimes procrastination looks like cleaning out your closet, answering every email in your inbox, going down a rabbit hole on the internet about

An organized home isn't one that never gets messy. It's one where the people living there know where things belong.

Our interactions seem more satisfying when we repeat his words and acknowledge that we heard and understood him. I see it in him because I know it in myself. There's a powerful felt sense, a relaxation, when my loved ones take the time to really "get me."

Navigating Parent-Child Relationships with Family Therapy Support Parent-child relationships are complex and can sometimes present challenges that require outside support to navigate effectively. Family therapy can be a valuable resource in addressing these issues, providing a safe space for open communication and understanding. At Aligned Family Therapy, we offer a range of services geared towards strengthening family bonds and fostering healthy relationships. Our team of ex

Family therapy is a valuable resource for children who may be experiencing a range of challenges or struggles. At Aligned Family Therapy, we believe in the power of family therapy as a way to support children in their growth and development. One of the key benefits of family therapy for children is the opportunity for open communication within the family unit. Through family therapy sessions, children can express their thoughts and feelings in a safe and supportive environmen