The Learning Curve: Bridging Evidence and Experience
Hi, Hello! I’m glad you’re here. This space is dedicated to the exploration of mental health topics discussed in sessions. At JTC, I integrate evidence-based research with lived experience to foster and support lasting transformation.
Each post is designed to inspire self-awareness, encourage emotional resilience, and deepen your understanding of interpersonal patterns that shape your daily life.
Whether you’re considering starting therapy, exploring habits and patterns that hold you back or are simply curious about mental health, The Learning Curve encourages you to engage in the process of learning and becoming, at your pace, with intention.
How Therapy Helps with Major Life Transitions (Divorce, Loss, Career Promotion, Parenting)
Life transitions are disorienting. Even the "good" ones can feel like a whirlwind. Discover how therapy helps you hold contradictory emotions, clarify your values, and build emotional capacity during life's biggest shifts.
Why Does My Grief Feel Invisible & How Can I Heal?
Grief doesn’t always receive the recognition it deserves. Many people navigate losses that are overlooked, minimized, or misunderstood—leaving their pain to unfold in silence. This blog explores what disenfranchised grief is, why some grief feels invisible, and how unacknowledged loss can impact your emotional well-being. Through clear examples and reflective guidance, you’ll learn how to recognize this often-hidden form of grief and discover practical ways to validate your emotions, honor your experience, and begin healing with compassion.
How Do You Find Peace in Unresolved Grief?
Ambiguous loss is the grief we feel when someone (or something) is distant but not gone. Like a relationship that faded or a loved one who changed. It disrupts our attachment system and keeps us searching for closure that never comes. Healing means learning to hold both truths: loving and letting go, missing and moving forward.