Amber Reed Amber Reed

Why Do I Hurt When I’m Rejected?

Rejection is one of the hardest things to accept because, even when it is not personal, it’s personal. To say no one likes rejection doesn’t even begin to encompass the feeling that it can create in us.

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Jessica Nickels Amber Reed Jessica Nickels Amber Reed

How to Increase Your Intimacy

I’m a big fan of sex. Sex can be awesome and amplify your relationship. This article is not about sex, but if that’s what you thought, then you’re not alone. Often times when I ask couples about their intimacy, they hear “how’s your sex life?”

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Amber Reed Amber Reed

Balance - What Does it Look Like to You?

I recently ran into a colleague at work in the hallway who was rushing off to a meeting looking harried and stressed. When asked where she was headed, she said “I'm late for a meeting because I accidentally double booked myself for my son’s school event and my work presentation and had to do some rescheduling.”

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Counseling Intern Amber Reed Counseling Intern Amber Reed

How to Respond to Loved Ones Experiencing Trauma

Trauma happens. Whether it occurs to you or someone close to you, it is something that invariably is surrounding our world, our nation, our state, our community, our friends, and ourselves at times. When we see our friends or loved ones experience trauma, we recognize that we are going to be a main source of support for them during their journey towards healing.

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