Wholehearted Healing Collective

Burnout isn’t “Inevitable:” Intentional Practices for Long-Term Well-Being by Riley Tuffy, MSW, LSW

Over time, burnout rarely arrives all at once. It often creeps in quietly, disguised as compassion fatigue, irritability, or a subtle sense of disconnection. For those in helping professions, the essential work extends beyond holding space for others; it also involves staying attuned to the parts of oneself that require care. Through intentional practices, such […]

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How Cognitive Behavioral Therapy helped me (a Therapist) Shift from Self-Criticism to Self-Compassion by Riley Tuffy, MSW, LSW

Have you ever caught yourself in front of the mirror, quietly cataloging all the ways you wish your body looked different? For many, this becomes a routine, automatic, exhausting, and so familiar it barely registers. Imagine, on top of that, suddenly facing a new health restriction, like a food allergy. Foods that once brought comfort

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Parenting Isn’t One-Size-Fits-All: Why Being the Parent Your Kid Needs Matters

When it comes to parenting, many of us lean on instinct, tradition, or how we were raised. We may develop a general approach—structured or laid-back, warm or reserved, heavily involved or fostering independence—and apply it across the board to all of our children. But while consistency is important, so is flexibility. Being an effective parent

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School Refusal

School refusal is a complex issue that can have a variety of underlying causes, including anxiety, depression, and other mental health concerns. For students who are struggling with school refusal, it’s important for schools and families to work together to create accommodations that can help them feel more comfortable and supported in the classroom. Here

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Common Challenges Transgender Teens Face in Society

Transgender teens face a unique set of challenges that can make their adolescent years particularly difficult. Despite growing awareness and acceptance of transgender individuals, there is still a lot of discrimination and prejudice in society that can make it challenging for trans teens to navigate daily life. Here are some common challenges that trans teens

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Let’s Talk: The Importance of Communication in Relationships

Let’s face it, communication isn’t easy. It can be intimidating, uncomfortable, and exhausting. Sometimes, it can leave you feeling worse than you felt before. This can often result in a lack of future communication within your relationships. The Gottman Institute highlighted four conflict styles that can hurt your relationship. These four conflict styles or communication

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