Her Time Therapy Blog

You've tried. You've really, truly tried. You've tried the journaling app, the gratitude list, the positive thinking. And somewhere along the way, you started wondering if the problem was you. That thought — that depression is a discipline problem — is one of the most damaging ideas in mental health. Depression is neurological, not a mindset problem. It involves real changes in brain chemistry, hormones, and nervous system function. Here's what actually works.

Depression doesn't always arrive the same way. It shapeshifts across a woman's life — showing up as postpartum fog at 28, quiet burnout at 35, hormonal darkness at 47, and compounding grief at 60. Each time, it can look so different that many women don't recognize it as depression at all. This guide maps the 10 most common types of depression women experience by life stage — what each one feels like from the inside, why it so often goes unnamed, and what actually helps.

Today's young adults are carrying an unprecedented weight: climate grief, economic instability, political polarization, and collective trauma. They aren't fragile — they are awake. Learn why this generation's resilience looks different from generations before them, and why that might be their greatest strength.

Struggling with people-pleasing, guilt, or boundaries? Generational trauma may be the root. Learn how generational trauma in women shows up and how trauma-informed therapy in Colorado can help you break patterns, build healthier relationships, and heal inherited emotional cycles.

Feeling stuck in your thoughts? This post explores a two-step process to help you move from overthinking to grounded action. Learn how to process emotions, calm your nervous system, and take compassionate steps toward healing — especially if you tend to replay painful moments or struggle to let go.

In emergency and healthcare settings, compassion and strength often come at a personal cost. This post explores the emotional toll of caregiving—the exhaustion, burnout, and compassion fatigue that arise when we continuously care for others while neglecting ourselves.

Many women struggle with feeling stuck—caught between high expectations, self-doubt, and unseen barriers. In this post, we explore the hidden forces that keep women from moving forward and the importance of compassion in living the life they want to live.

As a feminist mental health practice, we at Her Time Therapy know intersectional feminism isn’t just a talking point—it’s a framework...

Women who suffer from trauma are far from alone in their struggles. A recent article about women and trauma from Amy Navotny of the American Psychological Association said that more than 50 percent of women are likely to experience a traumatic event in their lives. Of those, 10 to 12 percent may develop post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). So what can you do if trauma-related symptoms are affecting your quality of life or ability to function? Trauma or PTSD? It may be help

Women often feel disconnected from eroticism but long for a more pleasurable sex life. Relatable? Read on to learn about sexual wellness.

What is online group counseling, and what can you expect when you join a group?

Conflicting emotions during the holiday season may be caused by religious trauma. EMDR Therapy is an effective treatment.

Did you know? April is Stress Awareness Month! Not that you need a specified month to make you aware of something you probably feel...

Learn how to make the most out of your counseling session by using therapy journals.