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Have you ever imagined your ideal workday: waking up without a long commute early in the morning, working from the comfort of your own space with a fresh cup of coffee and a nutritious breakfast or having the freedom to structure your day however you want? With how highly valued remote work has become in […]

Have you ever left a conversation feeling more drained than when it started? Maybe you made time in your day to connect with someone you care about, only to walk away feeling emotionally exhausted, judged or questioning why your energy was spent on a conversation that left you feeling smaller instead of supported. It can […]

For many women, menopause brings changes that extend far beyond physical symptoms. Shifts in sexual desire, emotional well being and body awareness can influence how women experience intimacy and connection in their relationships. These changes can be confusing, frustrating and at times isolating. Although menopause can affect libido and intimacy through hormonal, emotional and relational […]

Growing up, stress has frequently been framed as something harmful, a thing to avoid. Yet, it shows up in many corners of our daily life like shadows we can’t get rid of; at times through tight deadlines, difficult conversations we’ve been holding off on and simply the moments that pressure us to test our limits. […]

Life shifts in quiet ways and for many women this shift is one of the most profound. Rooms full of sound now echo with space that is empty and waiting to be rediscovered. This is a journey of adjustment, reflection and a chance to reclaim yourself beyond the role of “mom”. When The House Gets […]

As a clinical psychologist, director of Group Therapy LA/NY and advisor at the UCLA PEERS Clinic, Dr. Cara Gardenswartz brings a distinctive voice to modern mental health care. Daily social interactions rely on patterns we have come to recognize and expect over time. The ways people communicate, respond and connect are more complex than they […]

Cognitive decline is one of the most common concerns people face as they grow older. Many begin to wonder what they can do to keep their minds sharp and avoid mental decline. Cognitive aging generally occurs in 2 forms: normal and pathological. Normal cognitive aging involves gradual changes in fluid abilities such as memory, multitasking […]

Mental health stigma remains a significant barrier to care across multiple communities. Within the Black community, stigma is shaped by historical trauma, long standing mistrust of healthcare systems and expectations of strength. During Black History Month, it is important to not only celebrate resilience but also examine mental health challenges that continue to affect access […]

It was not until well into my undergraduate career at UCLA that I learned the menstrual cycle had four distinct phases—or that there was only a roughly six-day fertility window each month to get pregnant. Likewise, it was only after experiencing hypothalamic amenorrhea (the loss of a period for more than three months) that I […]