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Reacting Versus Responding: Finding Balance with Cognitive Optimization Therapy
Have you ever noticed how sometimes your emotions take the wheel before your thoughts even get a chance to speak? That sudden burst of anger, anxiety, or frustration can feel like a storm you didn’t see coming. Yet, there’s a subtle but powerful difference between reacting and responding —and learning to find balance between the two can transform how you navigate life’s challenges. This is where cognitive optimization therapy steps in, offering tools to help you pause, refl
Dr. Jolie, PsyD, MPH, LMFT
4 min read


Understanding the Core of Trauma Therapy and Trauma-Informed Care Practices
When life shakes us to our core, the ripples can last far longer than we expect. Trauma leaves marks that are often invisible but deeply felt. If you’ve ever wondered what it truly means to heal from trauma, or how specialized support can guide you through that process, you’re in the right place. Today, I want to walk you through the heart of trauma therapy and trauma-informed care practices, sharing insights that can help you or someone you care about find a path toward rene
Dr. Jolie, PsyD, MPH, LMFT
4 min read


Why Trauma Therapy is Effective for Healing: Embracing Trauma-Informed Care Practices
Healing from trauma is a journey that often feels overwhelming and uncertain. When life’s most painful experiences leave deep marks, it’s natural to wonder how to move forward. That’s where trauma therapy steps in—not just as a treatment, but as a compassionate guide toward renewal. If you’ve ever asked yourself how healing is possible after trauma, you’re not alone. The good news is that trauma therapy offers a path forward, grounded in understanding, safety, and empowerment
Dr. Jolie, PsyD, MPH, LMFT
4 min read


The Weight that Lifts When You Turn Inward - From New Year's Resolutions to Reflection and Presence
Why new years resolutions don't work but inner reflection does.
Dr. Jolie, PsyD, MPH, LMFT
2 min read
The True Meaning of Wellness: Beyond Aesthetics
I have been reflecting on the true meaning of wellness as we each seek balance and clarity in an ever-changing world. One thing is becoming clear: wellness has a few aesthetics. It is either one that you can stage, edit, or post. You know, the aesthetic with smooth morning routines, color-coded planners, gym clips, soft-life vlogs, and perfectly timed affirmations can make it seem like mental health is a look you wear instead of a life that you live. Aesthetic wellness says,
Dr. Jolie, PsyD, MPH, LMFT
7 min read


Navigating the Holiday Season: A Holistic Approach to Mental Health
The holiday looks different for everyone.
Dr. Jolie, PsyD, MPH, LMFT
5 min read


Understanding Concierge Mental Health Services
When life feels overwhelming, and the usual routes to mental wellness seem crowded or impersonal, what if there was a way to receive care that feels tailored just for you? Imagine a service where your mental health needs are met with personalized attention, flexibility, and a holistic approach. This is where exclusive therapy services come into play, offering a refreshing alternative to traditional mental health care. What Makes Exclusive Therapy Services Stand Out? Exclusive
Dr. Jolie, PsyD, MPH, LMFT
3 min read


The Benefits of Group Therapy
When you step into a group therapy session, you realize you’re not alone. We all grapple with challenges—anxiety, trauma, self-doubt, creative blocks, and sometimes, our greatest breakthroughs happen when we witness and support each other. In group, you’ll find people who genuinely “get it,” which brings a powerful sense of belonging and understanding. What I love about group therapy is how it nurtures both empathy and accountability. You gain fresh perspectives, learn practi
Dr. Jolie, PsyD, MPH, LMFT
2 min read


Stress and Inauthenticity: The Hidden Catalyst in Disease and Lifespan
Interviews with centenarians consistently highlight a few timeless secrets behind their longevity. Above all, the capacity to laugh, finding joy in everyday moments, is a recurring theme. Equally important are their habits of giving themselves small, daily treats and living in genuine alignment with their own values and nature. This sustained commitment to positivity, self-kindness, and authenticity appears to be a defining trend among those who thrive far beyond the average
Dr. Jolie, PsyD, MPH, LMFT
4 min read
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