Reflections from a Licensed Psychologist
On mental health, personal growth, and self-understanding
This blog explores mental health topics with nuance, curiosity, and intention. Posts draw from themes seen in therapy as well as broader conversations shaping mental health today. The focus is on reflection over quick solutions, as well as helping you think more clearly about your inner experiences. This space is meant to support insight rather than replace therapy.
The Problem With Over-Explaining: When Communication Turns Into Self-Defense
You may find yourself saying far more than you intended, adding detail, context, and reassurance that nobody asked for. When communication becomes a form of self-defense, what does it take to stop explaining and start trusting?