There’s a version of success that looks completely solid from the outside — and feels completely hollow from the inside. The person carrying it can walk into a boardroom and command the room. They can negotiate, present, lead, deliver. In professional contexts, they are unshakeable. But put them in a vulnerable conversation with someone they […]
Burnout doesn’t always look like exhaustion. Many people experiencing burnout are still showing up for work, caring for others, and getting through their day. On the outside, they seem fine. Underneath, they may feel anxious, emotionally exhausted, disconnected from themselves, or unable to truly relax. Common signs of burnout can include: • Feeling constantly “on” […]
Dads, it’s okay to struggle and ask for helpDAVID A. ROBERTSONSPECIAL TO THE GLOBE AND MAILPUBLISHED FEBRUARY 26, 2026Research shows 67 per cent of men in Canada are not seeking professional mental health support, despitehigh levels of stress and depression. When my oldest daughter was a baby, my partner went for a much-needednight out. I […]
How to Stop Letting Perfectionism Control Your Life: A Therapist’s Approach for High Achievers | Amority Health Published June 29, 2026 Austin, TX Written By: Rachel Cooper, MS, LPC Associate Supervised by Dr. Amber Quaranta Leech, LPC-S If you’re a high-achiever, you’re probably used to setting ambitious goals and holding yourself […]
If you’ve ever been told, “You’re just overthinking it,” you probably know how unhelpful that advice can feel. Most people who overthink already know they’re thinking too much. The problem isn’t a lack of awareness. The problem is that stopping doesn’t feel as simple as deciding to stop. So what is actually happening? In many […]
High functioning anxiety can look calm on the outside while feeling overwhelming on the inside. Many women appear organized, successful, dependable, and composed while quietly carrying a level of stress that feels impossible to keep up with. You might handle work, relationships, and responsibilities well, but you may feel restless, tense, or exhausted beneath the […]
When people think about chronic pain or chronic illness, they often focus on the physical symptoms. The pain. The fatigue. The appointments. The medications. The limitations. What is talked about less often are the losses that can come with living in a body that no longer functions the way it once did. Many people living […]
The Role of Self-Awareness in Change: Your First Step Toward Growth | Amority Health Published June 22, 2026 Austin, TX Written By: Rachel Cooper, MS, LPC Associate Supervised by Dr. Amber Quaranta Leech, LPC-S Quick Summary: Change can feel daunting, overwhelming, or even impossible but the key to meaningful growth often […]
Many people assume anxiety always looks obvious—panic, visible distress, or inability to function. But in clinical practice, a different pattern is increasingly common: individuals who appear successful, responsible, and high-performing on the outside, while internally experiencing constant mental strain. This is often referred to as high-functioning anxiety, though it is not a formal diagnostic category. […]
The Surgeon General’s Office for the United States has issued a statement that loneliness is an epidemic in America. They note it started around 2010 prior to the pandemic and that it has significantly increased during the pandemic. 2010 is when Smatphones started to become popular and people started using their phones more than physically […]
