Many folks participating in psychotherapy are struggling with injustices currently happening in our world. From across the oceans to within our own neighborhoods, people are rightfully scared and angry, whether from directly experiencing injustice or witnessing it. It is very difficult for people to know “what to do” right now. However, here are a few…
The Wildflower Blog
Venture into the heart of therapy with the Wildflower blog. We delve into topics that matter, blending therapeutic expertise with genuine stories of hope and transformation. *Please note that our blogs are designed to inform only and are not intended to diagnose or treat mental health disorders.
Therapist Spotlight: Beth Moorhouse, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C
Elizabeth (Beth) Moorhouse is a psychotherapist at Wildflower. In her clinical practice, Beth draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Exposure and Response Prevention, Gottman Method strategies for improved communication and conflict resolution, Internal Family Systems Therapy, as well as Solution-Focused Therapy. Beth works with adults and couples. Her work is dedicated to those…
10 Things Your Therapist Wants You to Know About STIs
Sexuality transmitted infections (STIs) can bring up a lot – fear, shame, confusion, overwhelm – not to mention a ton of unanswered questions or worries. As sex therapists, we often see how these feelings of overwhelm and worries of stigma can make an already stressful situation even heavier. Here are ten things I wish everyone…
Rekindling Connection: What does Affair Recovery look like in Therapy?
There is a saying that I hear a lot in my work as a couples therapist that I really disagree with: “time heals all wounds.” Even if we take that statement literally, it just is not true. Oftentimes wounds fester or get infected, and time actually makes them worse, not better. You have to start…
Therapist Spotlight: Karen Schmitz, LPC, R-DMT
Karen Schmitz is a psychotherapist at Wildflower. In her clinical practice, Karen draws on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic, and Expressive Arts Therapy. Karen works with adolescents, adults, couples, and family structures experiencing grief & loss; complex trauma & PTSD; life transitions & evolutions; anxiety & depression; neurodivergence; gender,…
Maternal Health Awareness Day: Advocating for Your Health
Like many of us during this winter season, I was recently hit hard by a cold and cough. The symptoms seemed to last forever, with each day hoping for some relief to come but it only seemed to get worse. Finally on day ten, I sought medical care and patiently waited for my turn. As…
Harm Reduction in Psychotherapy: A Therapist’s Guide
When psychotherapists think of harm reduction, many immediately picture syringe exchange sites, overdose prevention kits, or community-level substance use interventions. Although these interventions are critical for keeping those who use substances safe, harm reduction is far broader than just these interventions. A harm reduction lens is profoundly relevant to everyday psychotherapy, and can complement so…
Looking Back, Moving Forward: A Mindful Start to the New Year
I have to admit, I have a soft spot for this time of year. As we wish each other a happy new year, there’s a shared sense that a chapter is ending, even if we can’t quite put our finger on what will be different in the new one that has yet to be written.…
Why Choose Wildflower for Maternal Mental Health?
Choosing the right therapist during pregnancy, postpartum, or early parenthood matters. Maternal mental health is not a side focus at Wildflower, it is at the heart of who we are. For over a decade, we have built a practice grounded in specialized training, advocacy, and a deep respect for the complexity of this season of…
Therapist Spotlight: Micah Fisher, MSW, LSW
Micah Fisher is a psychotherapist at Wildflower. In their clinical practice, Micah Fisher draws on Somatic Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Internal Family Systems Therapy. Micah Fisher works with adolescents, adults, couples and family structures experiencing stressful transitions including the transition to parenthood, anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, sexual challenges, and relationship issues. Micah Fisher has…
