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"It has been said, 'time heals all wounds,' I do not agree. The wounds remain. In time, the mind protecting its sanity, covers them with scar tissue and the pain lessens, but it is never gone." - Rose Kennedy My beloved daughter, Danielle died by suicide on April 3rd, 2000 at 13 years old. This year will mark the 26th anniversary of her passing. My ex-husband and I adopted three Ecuadorian children, all orphans who were not related biologically, 42 years ago. You may be wonde

heartfelt reflection on growing up as the oldest daughter in a Hispanic family and the emotional weight of early responsibility. This article explores anxiety, healing, and finding support through therapy and telehealth services available across California.

Parkinson’s disease (PD) is a chronic, progressive neurological disorder best known for its motor symptoms, such as resting tremor and rigidity. However, many non-motor symptoms often appear years before movement changes begin. 1 Fatigue, depression, anxiety and sleep disturbances can have a profound impact on quality of life, and these are areas where mental health professionals can provide invaluable support. 2 Understanding the broader impact. PD affects an estimated six

For many in the Hispanic and Latino community, finding the right therapist means finding someone who truly understands family, culture, and language. This article talks about how to find the right fit, why therapy may not have worked before, and how telehealth in California can make support more accessible.

Depression disguises itself in many different ways. Here are some surprising signs… 1. Are you constantly on the go? Busyness can be an...

So check this out. I just did a thing. I JUST carefully, and quietly, climbed out of my daughter's crib. You read that correctly. I...

The first blog I want to share with you is about anxiety. Anxiety is something I lived with for a very long time without knowing it had...

First of all, let’s make this very clear: it’s never too late to apologize. Just know that SINCERE apologies are not meant to be...