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The Trap of Over-Functioning
You are capable. That’s not up for debate. You figure things out. You get it done. You anticipate needs, solve problems, and carry more than most people even realize. You’re the one others rely on. The one who keeps things moving. The one who doesn’t fall apart when things get hard.
And for a long time, that’s probably worked for you. But at some point, being the one who can handle everything turns into being the one who has to handle everything alone.
Should AI Be Used in Mental Health Therapy?
Artificial intelligence is everywhere right now. It’s showing up in our phones, our work tools, our creative processes—and increasingly, in healthcare spaces, including mental health.
Some therapists are beginning to use AI-powered tools during or around therapy sessions. These include note-taking software, session “assistants,” treatment-planning tools, or platforms that analyze session content.
We want to be very clear about our stance.
How to Manage Overstimulation as a Parent
Parenting can be beautiful—and overwhelming.
When noise, clutter, and constant demands push you past your limit, it’s called overstimulation.
Small resets like micro-breaks, grounding, and lowering sensory input can help you find calm in the chaos.
Overstimulation doesn’t mean you’re a bad parent—it means you’re human.
What NOT to Say to Someone Struggling with Fertility — (And How to Actually Support Them)
It’s Infertility Awareness Week— a time to lift the veil on an experience that is often invisible, isolating, and misunderstood.
If someone you love is struggling to conceive, knowing what not to say is one of the most powerful ways you can show up.
Emily’s latest blog post offers thoughtful alternatives to common (but painful) phrases.
How to Support a NICU Parent: Do’s and Don’ts
Having a baby in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) can be one of the most overwhelming, stressful, and emotionally draining experiences for new parents. Parents of NICU babies face a unique set of challenges, from the emotional toll of watching their newborn struggle to the logistical demands of balancing hospital visits with everyday responsibilities. If you know someone navigating the NICU journey, offering your support can make a tremendous difference. But often, people don’t know what to say or do to truly help.
Tomorrow kicks off NICU Awareness Week, so in honor of that, here are some do’s and don’ts to help you support any NICU parents in your life.
How do I Help Someone With Postpartum Depression?
It can be difficult and scary when your partner or loved one has PPD. Learn some signs of PPD, how to provide support, and how to encourage professional help - including a resource list.
What to Expect… When You’re Postpartum
Having a new baby comes with a lot of unknowns. Emily offers tips to help weather the uncertainty that comes with a new addition to your family.
The SPICES of Life
Emily introduces a concept to think about your needs as a person - and figure out what to shift so your balance feels better.
Where This ERA Began
Emily writes about how ERA came to be - and how you really pronounce our name.
Postpartum Planning
How to work with your partner for a smoother start to your parenting journey.
Lessons Learned
Emily writes about what she would tell her younger self after years of business ownership, parenting, and being a therapist.
Feel the Feels
Emily writes about learning how to feel - especially when you’ve spent a really long time trying not to.
Life is a… tightrope?
Emily writes about how life is like a tightrope, and how to keep your balance as you make your way across.
