Transwomen and Sexism: Difficulties on the Road to Transition
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Transwomen and Sexism: Difficulties on the Road to Transition

Over the last five years, I have focused part of my therapy practice on working with trans and gender non-conforming individuals. This is largely thanks to the mentorship of the late Stephanie Mott, LSCSW who was a well-respected trans advocate and spokesperson in Kansas. Having done this work for a while, I have noticed several…

Three DBT Skills to Help You Through the Coronavirus Pandemic 
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Three DBT Skills to Help You Through the Coronavirus Pandemic 

During this extraordinary time, it is hard to know how to manage. Our typical coping strategies may no longer work which can make us feel even more helpless and confused. Our access to support systems may be limited which can lead to a sense of isolation and loneliness. Learning new skills to help combat these…

Women's Fascination with True Crime: It's Not "Weird" at All
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Women's Fascination with True Crime: It's Not "Weird" at All

The genre of true crime has always been fascinating to me. It’s actually what drew me to the field of psychology. Dr. Kelsey Daugherty is a huge fan. Dr. Wes’ daughter, Alyssa, got into forensic accounting after a long standing interest in crime scene investigation. Her new favorite true crime sub-genre investigates financial scams like…

Make Consent an Everyday Conversation
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Make Consent an Everyday Conversation

In the wake of the #metoo movement there’s emerged a necessary and welcomed conversation about consent and its importance in the reduction of sexual assault. On the local level there has been a strong emphasis on self-defense classes to help empower individuals against potential attackers. While this is important work, it leaves out a key…

Setting Media Limits with Kids
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Setting Media Limits with Kids

One of the biggest battles for today’s parent is balancing our children’s technology use. As a parent and a therapist, I deal with this in my home and at the office. Although internet/technology addiction has not yet found its way into the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual, professionals in the mental health field are witnessing the negative…