Therapy Articles & Resources
Social Anxiety Symptoms at Work: When Meetings, Networking, and Small Talk Feel Overwhelming
You can be capable at work and still feel anxious in meetings, networking events, office small talk or presentations. Learn how social anxiety symptoms show up at work, why they are often missed, and when therapy may help.
Why Do I Feel Like Crying for No Reason? 8 Possible Causes
Crying more easily does not always mean you are overreacting. Stress, anxiety, burnout, grief, lack of sleep, depression, and hormonal changes can all leave emotions closer to the surface.
Depression at Work: 9 Signs It May Be More Than Burnout or Low Motivation
Depression at work does not always look like obvious sadness. It can show up as procrastination, brain fog, irritability, numbness, dread, low motivation, and needing all your energy just to get through the day.
Grief vs. Depression: Key Differences & When to Seek Help
Grief and depression can look surprisingly similar after a major loss. Learn how patterns in mood, pleasure, self-worth, functioning, and hope can help you understand what you may be experiencing.
Why Am I So Irritable Lately? Stress, Anxiety, Burnout, and Depression
Irritability is not always “just a bad mood.” It can be a sign that your nervous system is overloaded, your mood is shifting, or your usual coping strategies are no longer enough.
Why Do I Feel Sad for No Reason? What May Be Going On
Sadness does not always come with an obvious explanation. Learn what persistent low mood can mean, signs that depression may be involved, and when it may be time to get support.
Perfectionism vs OCD: How to Tell the Difference
Perfectionism and OCD can look very similar, especially when checking, overthinking, or fear of mistakes starts taking over. Learn what separates the two, where they overlap, and what may help.
Loneliness or Depression? How to Tell What You’re Experiencing
You can have friends, coworkers, a partner, and a full calendar and still feel deeply alone. Learn how loneliness differs from depression, why the two often overlap, and when feeling disconnected may be a sign that you need more support.
Do I Need Therapy for Depression? 9 Signs It May Be Time to Talk to Someone
Depression does not have to become a crisis before therapy makes sense. Learn the signs that low mood, numbness, exhaustion, withdrawal, or loss of interest may deserve more support.
Why Do I Cry When I’m Angry? Why Anger Turns Into Tears
You know what you want to say. Then your throat tightens, your eyes fill and suddenly you are crying. Learn why anger sometimes turns into tears and what can help when it happens.
High-Functioning Burnout: Why Successful DC Professionals Feel Numb
High-functioning burnout can hide behind strong performance. Learn 9 signs, why burnout can feel like emotional numbness, how it overlaps with anxiety and depression, and when therapy may help DC professionals.
Emotional Numbness vs Depression: What’s the Difference?
Emotional numbness and depression can feel very similar, especially when you are still functioning well. Learn what may separate numbness from depression, burnout, chronic stress, and dissociation.