Often in a healing journey we need more than one support.  Here are some resources our team recommends-these resources have been personally vetted by our team.

If you’re looking to create positive habits and make lasting changes in your life, you may have heard of “habit stacking.” But what is it exactly, and how can it help you reach your goals faster?

Are you the parent of a trans or gender non-conforming kiddo? Are you unsure how to help them begin their transition? Are you unsure about how you feel? You want to support your child but aren’t sure where to begin and maybe having trouble allowing yourself to feel your own emotions about the change. 

What are the 10 ways to prepare for therapy, and how do I make the most of my time in session?

If you wake up every morning with a feeling of dread, or experience constant worry, fear, or uneasiness, you may be suffering from anxiety. Anxiety can have a profound effect on your day-to-day life, making it difficult to function without feeling nervous or overwhelmed. But what causes anxiety?

Boundaries are essential for any healthy relationship. They give us the space to be ourselves while also respecting the needs and feelings of others. Additionally, boundaries are important as they help define our self-esteem and allow us to express our needs, values, and desires.  Boundaries allow us to love others and ourselves safely-at the same time. 

Are you looking for a new therapist? Or maybe to begin therapy for the first time? Here are five things to consider when looking for a therapist:

What’s the difference between a coach and a therapist?

Are you or a loved one struggling with OCD?  It’s important to recognize OCD is not just hand washing or door checking or worrying about cleanliness.  While those can be issues for people with OCD, it is a more complex disorder.

Thinking about psychedelic therapy? Ketamine therapy has been taking off, and the research for other psychedelics continues to be promising.  As states continue to consider decriminalizing the use of psychedelics, we hope to see greater access and healing for everyone.

No matter what you are struggling with, mindfulness can help. We often rush around and don’t fully experience our lives.  We get too busy, too stressed, or struggle because of things that have happened to us in the past to check in with ourselves, our bodies.  Mindfulness can be as simple as checking in with all five senses while brushing your teeth every day. Notice your feet on the floor, the taste of the toothpaste, the sound the water makes, your reflection in the mirror, any smell you notice.  Pause for just two minutes while brushing and check in. 

I had the opportunity this last year to work with a ketamine clinic.  I learned a lot, and was able to witness positive change and healing occur much faster than with traditional talk therapy.  Here are some risks and benefits to consider if you're thinking about trying ketamine assisted therapy.

We’re one week into 2023! We’ve survived thus far, through COVID and crisis, ups and downs, the good and the bad.  One thing we’ve learned is that intention matters.  Where we set our focus, how we speak to ourselves and our loved ones, what we’re manifesting in the new year-all require intention. 

It’s a magical time of year right? Well, it can be, if we manage our expectations and to do lists! For some, spending time with family is a highlight of the holiday season, while for others this creates undue stress and anxiety. What do we do with that anxiety? How do we fit in self-care at a time of year that is jam packed with events, activities and obligations big and small?

Did you know that changes in weather can affect your mental health? Seasonal
affective disorder (SAD) can occur during any season, but most commonly occurs in
late fall. While the specific cause of SAD is unknown, it’s generally believed that
abnormal levels of melatonin and serotonin production play a role in the
development of SAD. As the seasons change, the production of these hormones in
our bodies shifts. People with SAD have been found to have too much melatonin in
their bodies, which can increase sleepiness. They have also been found to have low
levels of serotonin in their bodies. One common way to increase the production of
serotonin in your body is through exposure to sunlight. The reduced level of
sunlight in the fall and winter is believed to contribute to the development of SAD. In
Michigan, people usually start to feel symptoms associated with SAD around
October or early November. As we enter a period with less sunlight, think about
whether any of these symptoms apply to you.

Juneteenth which marks the end of slavery on June 19, 1865, is now officially recognized as a federal holiday. It’s a great day to continue your anti-racism journey, and Being Human Group has some resources for you to consider. As always, make sure you are following black authors and artists, and taking time to learn on your own. Remember to delete the phrase: “Can I just pick your brain for a minute” from your vocabulary as were are not asking folks to teach us for free-we need to be compensating people for their time and expertise, and there are many free resources available to you! This is by no means to complete list, just a few things or people our group found helpful!

In honor of Pride, the Being Human Group team is sharing some of our favorite resources for LGBTQIA+ folx and their families and allies. Pride is more than posting rainbow pictures on social media, and we hope to offer some support and information if you’re feeling less than celebratory, or just need more education for yourself or others in your life. We see you, and we are here for you!

These days, watching the news can feel like being in a disaster film. A global pandemic and political turmoil have inundated our feeds with headlines so dramatic that even a script-writer would dismiss them as over-the-top.

At the end of a long and tiresome day, we come to bed like its devoted friend. We sleep blissfully, straight through the night. And when we wake up, we feel refreshed and energized, ready to take on whatever the new day brings.

But for some of us, this description is nothing but a much-desired fantasy. For one reason or another, our quality of sleep is severely diminished. This condition is known as insomnia, and it causes more than just frustration. Poor sleep has been shown to have detrimental effects on our brain health.

If you’re looking for a therapist who you can get real with, you have come to the right place! I started this practice to provide support for real people with a variety of struggles. Being Human Group wants to help you be fully and authentically human-with the full range of emotions and experiences that comes with that. Life is not always easy, we’re here to help you through and good, the bad and the times in between!