September 2026

Checking the Facts: A DBT Skill for Responding to Emotions with Clarity

Emotions are powerful sources of information. Fear can alert us to a possible threat. Anger may tell us that something important feels blocked or unfair. Sadness can help us recognize a loss. Emotions influence our attention, prepare our bodies to respond, and motivate us to act. However, our emotions do not respond only to observable

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The Wisdom of Fall: A Time to Reflect and Prepare for Winter

Fall arrives through subtle changes—the light shifts. The days become shorter. Schedules settle into a different rhythm, and the end of the year begins to feel closer. Even in Southern California, where autumn may not bring dramatic weather, the season can still feel like a threshold—a space between the energy of summer and the quieter

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