Kristen Drozda

If you feel like screens have become a constant source of conflict in your home, you are not alone. Maybe your child asks for the tablet the moment they wake up. Maybe turning off the TV leads to a meltdown. Perhaps your teen disappears into their bedroom with their phone, seems increasingly irritable, or struggles to put their device down at bedtime. And as a parent, you may be wondering: How much screen time is too much? Can too much screen time affect my child's mental health? Is my...

Feeling the Weight of the World? You're Not Alone Anxiety and depression aren’t just bad days or mood swings—they can feel like you're stuck in a never-ending loop of worry, hopelessness, or just plain numbness. If you’ve been trying to “push through it” or “shake it off,” but nothing seems to work, it might be time to talk to someone. Therapy isn’t just for crises—it's a safe, supportive space where real change begins. In this post, we’re unpacking how therapy helps people navigate anxiety...

Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail: A Therapist’s Perspective Every January, countless people feel pressured to create a list of New Year’s resolutions. Social media feeds, productivity culture, and wellness trends all push the same message: “New year, new you.” But as a therapist, I see something different. Many clients arrive in sessions feeling defeated, ashamed, or overwhelmed because their resolutions didn’t “stick.” And it’s not because they’re unmotivated — it’s because traditional...