Whether you’re managing anxiety, depression, or any other mental health condition, you have a legal right to take time off for therapy appointments under certain circumstances. You should always consult with your human resources department about the specifics of your benefits and workplace policies. In this blog, we’ll walk you through how to request intermittent FMLA leave for mental health therapy appointments and how to communicate with your employer effectively.

Two powerful and empowering therapeutic approaches—Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Radical Acceptance from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)—combine well to help us break free from the illusion of luck and take a more active, self-compassionate role in shaping our lives.

 Women’s mental health is still undermined by a lack of research and funding, societal pressures, unpaid labor, and the illusion of "self-care" as a solution.

Even more concerning, these burdens are not distributed equally. Women of color and those from socioeconomically divested communities face additional challenges due to systemic inequalities in healthcare, economic opportunity, and social support. To improve mental health outcomes for all female-identifying people, we must move beyond individual solutions and push for structural change.

(Part two of a two part series).

Mental health is shaped by a variety of social, biological, and cultural factors, but history has shown that women and female-identified individuals have often been misunderstood, overlooked, and mistreated in mental healthcare. From being labeled as "hysterical" to being systematically excluded from medical research, the experiences of those identifying as women have long been shaped by bias, stigma, and a fundamental misunderstanding of gendered mental health needs.

This two-part series for Women’s History Month explores the history of women's mental health and its implications. In this first installment, we examine how mental healthcare for women has evolved, the ways in which gender bias has shaped treatment, and why addressing this history matters. The second part of this series will focus on the present-day challenges facing female-identified individuals in mental healthcare and what needs to change for a more equitable future.

In 2025, navigating mental health as a woman of color remains both a deeply personal and in some ways, a profoundly political act. With a shifting landscape that continues to challenge access to healthcare, reproductive rights, and racial equity, maintaining one’s mental health becomes an essential form of resistance. This resistance is not about confrontation alone but also about radical acts of care, rest, and joy—particularly within communities of color.

When someone you care about is struggling with depression, it can feel overwhelming to know how to help. Depression is a complex mental health condition that affects millions of people, manifesting in ways that can be subtle or deeply life-altering. Whether it’s a partner, sibling, parent, friend, or coworker, your support can make a significant difference in their journey toward healing. You will feel more empowered to help if you know the signs to watch for, how to approach conversations about mental health, and practical tips for providing support.

Relationships are beautiful, messy, and everything in between. No matter how much you and your partner love each other, challenges are bound to arise. Maybe you’ve had the same argument for the hundredth time, or you’ve grown distant and aren’t sure how to reconnect. That’s where couples therapy comes in: it’s a space to work through those rough patches and build a stronger, more compassionate relationship.

It can help two different people feel comfortable with a new experience by learning what a couples therapy therapy session is like, how a trauma-informed, feminist approach can be different, and how to bring up the idea of therapy with your partner. And just like individual therapy, it’s useful to identify some screening questions to find the right therapist, followed by preparing together for your first session. Spoiler alert: relationships are hard for everyone, and seeking support is an act of love—not failure.

Seasonal affective disorder is a profound reminder of how deeply connected we are to the rhythms of the natural world. While it’s normal to feel out of sync during certain times of the year, you don’t have to navigate these challenges alone. With the right support, tools, and compassion, it’s possible to move through the darkness and toward a brighter, more balanced season of life.

A resolution is like setting a finish line. It says, “I’ll be enough when I get here.” An intention, on the other hand, is about the journey. It’s less about achieving something specific and more about how you want to feel, grow, or show up for yourself.

For example:

• Resolution: “I’ll meditate for 30 minutes every day.”

• Intention: “I’ll make space to connect with myself, whether that’s through meditation, journaling, or just a few deep breaths.”

See the difference? One feels rigid and perfectionistic; the other feels flexible and human. Resolutions can be brittle, prone to snapping under the weight of life’s unpredictability. Intentions, however, are like seaweed—they bend and adapt, staying rooted even when waves crash over them.

Relationships can be challenging, rewarding, and complicated—especially when one partner has ADHD. While ADHD can bring creativity, spontaneity, and unique perspectives into a relationship, it can also present hurdles in communication, decision-making, and day-to-day life. If this sounds familiar, don’t worry: you’re not alone, and there are plenty of tools to help navigate these challenges together.

This blog will explore how ADHD can impact a relationship, offer strategies for working as a team, and share ways a neurotypical partner can show empathy and support.