Early Signs of Psychosis and Why Support Matters
Understanding early symptoms, reducing stigma, and knowing when to reach out for help.
Psychosis is often misunderstood, misrepresented, and surrounded by unnecessary fear. But in therapy, I see something different: real people experiencing very real symptoms that are often subtle, confusing, and incredibly isolating. In many cases, these early signs show up long before a crisis—and with the right support, people can find stability, clarity, and relief.
Whether you’re noticing changes in yourself, supporting a loved one, or simply wanting to better understand mental health, learning to recognize early signs of psychosis can make a meaningful difference. Early support doesn’t just help with symptoms—it protects self-esteem, reduces the risk of worsening distress, and helps people feel less alone.
Setting Goals Without the Pressure: Why You Don’t Need “Perfect” Resolutions This Year
Every January, we’re flooded with messages about reinvention—new year, new you, extreme routines, rigid challenges, and resolutions that promise to finally fix whatever we’re told isn’t “enough.” By the time the calendar turns, many people already feel behind.
In therapy, I hear the same quiet truth every year: the pressure to “improve” yourself overnight often creates more shame, stress, and burnout than genuine motivation. And for many of us—especially if you’re navigating chronic illness, grief, major stressors, or mental-health challenges—traditional New Year’s resolutions can feel unrealistic, or even inaccessible.
This year, I invite you to try something different: setting goals without the pressure, rooted in compassion, alignment, and sustainability rather than self-criticism. Real change rarely comes from harsh expectations; it comes from understanding yourself, honoring your limits, and building habits that support the life you want—not the life you think you “should” have.
How Burnout Becomes “More Than Stress”
Burnout often starts slowly. At first, you tell yourself it’s temporary—life is busy, work is intense, or you just need a weekend to rest. But burnout becomes something deeper when:
When Good Changes Still Feel Hard - Why positive life transitions can still bring stress, grief, and emotional overwhelm.
Why positive life transitions can still bring stress, grief, and emotional overwhelm.
We’re often told that “good” changes—new jobs, new relationships, a move we chose, a long-awaited milestone—should feel exciting. And sometimes they do. But the truth is…
Coping With Chronic Illness During the Holidays: Finding Ease, Boundaries, and Support in a Demanding Season
The holiday season can be a joyful time — but for people living with chronic illness, it can also be physically draining, emotionally overwhelming, and filled with pressure to keep up with traditions, expectations, and social plans.
Coping With Grief During the Holidays: Gentle Ways to Take Care of Yourself This Season
The holiday season is often painted as “the most wonderful time of the year” – a time of joy, celebration, and togetherness. But if you’re grieving, it can feel like the exact opposite. Lights and music start appearing everywhere. Families gather. Traditions resurface.
Welcome to Daylily Therapy: A Space for Renewal, Honesty, and Healing
When you’re navigating grief, chronic illness, big life transitions, or the weight of ongoing mental health concerns, the world can feel overwhelming. You may be doing your best to hold everything together, but inside you’re exhausted, hurting, or simply unsure of what comes next. If you’ve found your way here, you’re likely searching for support, clarity, or a place to breathe again.
Welcome. I’m glad you’re here.