Intentional Spaces Blog

At Intentional Spaces, we believe that mental health care goes beyond the walls of the therapy room—it involves advocating for a world that respects and upholds the dignity, rights, and well-being of every person. Here on our blog, we will share insights, resources, and our stance on pressing issues like LGBTQ+ rights, women’s healthcare, and transgender healthcare.

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How Repeated Academic Struggles Affect Self-Worth

By Intentional Spaces Psychotherapy     Academic challenges are often framed as temporary obstacles that can be overcome with more effort, discipline, or focus. For students with learning disabilities or...

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Marital and Premarital Therapy: What to Expect and How It Helps

By Intentional Spaces Psychotherapy   Relationships are often built with care, intention, and a shared hope for connection, stability, and mutual support. Most couples begin their journey with a vision...

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You Are Not Lazy: Depression and Energy Loss Explained

By Intentional Spaces Psychotherapy   One of the most painful and persistent myths about depression is the belief that struggling to get things done means you are lazy, unmotivated, or...

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From Self-Criticism to Self-Understanding: A Guide to Inner Change

By Intentional Spaces Psychotherapy   Many people live with a constant internal voice that evaluates, corrects, or criticizes their thoughts, feelings, and behavior. This voice may sound like motivation or...

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Neurodivergent Experiences and Emotional Well-Being

By Intentional Spaces Psychotherapy   Neurodivergence refers to natural variations in how people think, feel, process information, and experience the world. This includes, but is not limited to, autism, ADHD,...

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Transitioning Into Parenthood: Emotional Challenges and Growth

By Intentional Spaces Psychotherapy   Becoming a parent is often described as one of the most meaningful transitions a person can experience. At the same time, it is one of...

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Communication Breakdown in Families: What’s Really Going On

By Intentional Spaces Psychotherapy     When communication breaks down in families, it often feels confusing, painful, and deeply personal. Conversations that begin with good intentions can quickly become tense,...

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Who Am I Becoming? Identity Shifts and Emotional Growth

By Intentional Spaces Psychotherapy   There are moments in life when familiar labels, roles, or routines no longer fit the way they once did. You may find yourself questioning parts...

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Why Body Liberation Matters: Healing Beyond Diet Culture

By Intentional Spaces Psychotherapy     Body liberation is not about learning to love your body all the time or reaching a place of constant confidence. For many people, that...

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How Therapy Helps With ADHD Beyond Medication

By Intentional Spaces Psychotherapy   Medication can be a helpful and important part of ADHD treatment for many people, but it is rarely the whole picture. While medication may improve...

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Midlife Changes and Emotional Well-Being in Men

By Intentional Spaces Psychotherapy   Midlife is often portrayed as a time when life is settled and stable, a period when goals have been achieved, and direction is clear. Yet...

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When Prenatal Stress Becomes Too Much

By Intentional Spaces Psychotherapy   Pregnancy is often described as a joyful, meaningful, and even magical time. While these experiences can certainly be part of pregnancy, they are rarely the...

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Laurel Lemohn

Laurel Lemohn

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Kellie Mann

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Savannah Delgado

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Lujane Helwani

For people unlearning people-pleasing, healing from power dynamics, navigating Muslim faith, and looking for a therapist who gets it because she’s lived it.

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Tianna Vanderwey

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Van Phan

Van Phan

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Andrielle Vialpando Kristinat

Andrielle Vialpando Kristinat

For queer, neurodivergent, or Latinx young adults grieving, striving, or trying to find themselves—who need therapy that’s honest, grounded, and real.

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Caroline Colombo

Caroline Colombo

For LGBTQ+ and neurodivergent individuals seeking affirming support—therapy that understands your unique experiences and helps you navigate relationships and anxiety.

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