Postpartum Psychosis
Kylie Chaffin, owner of The Spokane Counselor, was recently interviewed by KXLY on postpartum psychosis. Go to 'There are resources to...


What is anxiety?
Anxiety is a feeling that everyone can occasionally experience. You might feel anxiety when you try something new, or meet new friend....


What is Depression?
Depression-related disorders are often misunderstood and are sometimes even misdiagnosed. Depression can occur for a variety of reasons...


Helping loved ones suffering from mental illness
If you are worried about a loved one struggling with mental health, you are not alone. Every year, as many as 1 in 5 adults will...


When you have a bad day
Everyone has bad days. Some days are definitely worse than others, but even just little issues can bubble up and bring up feelings of...


Self-care: What your therapist really means
As a therapist, I often encourage my clients to work on their self-care. Self-care is an integral part of healing, maintaining, and...


The best gift: your presence
During the holidays, our attention is often split between shopping, work, and Christmas celebrations. With all of the distractions and...


Why resolutions fail and how to make them work this year
A new year is an exciting time of renewal, change, and moving forward. Many of us will take the time to write down our new year...


Parenting Hacks From a Therapist
Recently, I read a quote that stated: “Parenting is like walking through the park, Jurassic Park.” I had a good chuckle at this, because...


Telehealth: the Future of Counseling
Through the use of telecommunication, we are able to provide accessibility and flexibility to a wide range of individuals near and far. Res