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May 29, 2025
Postpartum Depression
Kathleen Nardella
The Fifth Trimester

The return to work after maternity leave is an important transition that involves organizational tasks and a mix of emotions. Taking the time to process feelings will help you feel more grounded in the office.

The Fifth Trimester
October 31, 2023
Therapy for Moms
Kathleen Nardella
Mom Burnout

As mothers we are biologically programmed to take care of the needs of everyone in the family. But we need to make space for taking good care of ourselves too. This starts with assuring our basic needs are met everyday.

Mom Burnout
October 24, 2023
Therapy for Moms
Kathleen Nardella
The Weight of the Mental Load

Technology enables moms to multitask more easily but more is expected of modern parents. Even in households espousing gender equality, women tend to take on more of the childcare and household responsibilities, as well as the corresponding mental load. Dads can ease this burden by taking more initiative and following through.

The Weight of the Mental Load
September 27, 2023
Therapy for Moms
Kathleen Nardella
The Joy of Motherhood

Motherhood is often not what we understood or imagined it would be based upon our observations of our own mothers. While growing up, we often failed to see the behind the scenes work and effort that we now experience first hand.

The Joy of Motherhood
March 27, 2023
Postpartum Depression
Kathleen Nardella
Scary Stories About Postpartum Depression

Sometimes new or expectant mothers see media coverage of tragic loss in the postpartum and become concerned about “getting” postpartum depression. It’s important to talk to your providers and learn about local community resources for postpartum women.

Scary Stories About Postpartum Depression
Kathleen Nardella
September 27, 2023
Therapy for Moms

The Joy of Motherhood

Kathleen Nardella
September 27, 2023
Therapy for Moms
The Joy of Motherhood

Motherhood is often not what we understood or imagined it would be based upon our observations of our own mothers. While growing up, we often failed to see the behind the scenes work and effort that we now experience first hand.

Kathleen Nardella
March 27, 2023
Postpartum Depression

Scary Stories About Postpartum Depression

Kathleen Nardella
March 27, 2023
Postpartum Depression
Scary Stories About Postpartum Depression

Sometimes new or expectant mothers see media coverage of tragic loss in the postpartum and become concerned about “getting” postpartum depression. It’s important to talk to your providers and learn about local community resources for postpartum women.

Kathleen Nardella
February 25, 2023
College Students

Choices in Shoes, Dating and Life

Kathleen Nardella
February 25, 2023
College Students
Choices in Shoes, Dating and Life

Online dating and shoe shopping have some things in common. We are confronted with seemingly limitless choices and must find our own voice to find something that fits.

Kathleen Nardella
March 29, 2022
College Students

Confronting Crunch Time

Kathleen Nardella
March 29, 2022
College Students
Confronting Crunch Time

As the end of the semester approaches, it’s helpful to consider whether you work better under pressure or benefit from spreading work for an assignment over a period of weeks leading up to the deadline. Setting reasonable expectations for yourself is also essential for success.

Kathleen Nardella
August 30, 2021
Online Therapy

Committing to Remote Work

Kathleen Nardella
August 30, 2021
Online Therapy
Committing to Remote Work

New grads, new moms and seasoned professionals are among those who, for greater flexibility and financial reward, are changing seats as the COVID -19 pandemic roars on. However, it’s critical to assess all the aspects of committing more permanently to an online work environment.

Kathleen Nardella
July 19, 2021
Parenting Coordination

Think Before You Alienate

Kathleen Nardella
July 19, 2021
Parenting Coordination
Think Before You Alienate

When co-parenting gets tough, the thought of not having to interact with your co-parent my be tempting. But cutting your co-parent out of the picture, or alienating them, impacts not only your co-parent but also you, your child and every member of the family for generations forward.

Kathleen Nardella
July 2, 2021
Couples Counseling

Being Emotionally Available

Kathleen Nardella
July 2, 2021
Couples Counseling
Being Emotionally Available

Emotional availability is a critical component of an intimate relationship. To be available to another in this way includes being able to appropriately express emotion, maintain good personal boundaries and trust others with personal vulnerabilities.

Kathleen Nardella
May 31, 2021
Online Therapy

Back to “Normal’?

Kathleen Nardella
May 31, 2021
Online Therapy
Back to “Normal’?

As most states re-open, some individuals are able to embrace the new “normal” more readily than others. It may help to take one day at a time, recognize that social skills are rusty for most of us, and be patient with each other.

Kathleen Nardella
April 30, 2021
Postpartum Depression

Loss of the Self in Early Motherhood

Kathleen Nardella
April 30, 2021
Postpartum Depression
Loss of the Self in Early Motherhood

Many first time moms approach birth with clear expectations regarding the kind of mother they will become. The experience of mothering can shake this sense of self to the core. Focusing on self care in the early months of motherhood can help women find themselves in the role of mother.

Kathleen Nardella
March 31, 2021
College Students

The Finish Line is In Sight

Kathleen Nardella
March 31, 2021
College Students
The Finish Line is In Sight

College students are approaching the end of an academic year filled with unprecedented challenges and adjustments. While safety protocols impacted many aspects of campus life, many university students have maintained successful progress towards their degrees.

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