by Jo Marwil, Psy.D. | Oct 30, 2026 | Managing Stress, Panic Attacks, Therapy
Courage is not the absence of fear, but the willingness to move forward even when we feel afraid.Halloween gives us permission to play with fear. We watch scary movies, tell ghost stories, and laugh at things that might otherwise make us uncomfortable. But everyday...
by Jo Marwil, Psy.D. | Oct 14, 2026 | Teen Therapy, Therapy, Therapy for Women
What to Expect in Your First Therapy Session in Chicago Your first therapy session is usually 50 to 60 minutes. You’ll talk with your therapist about what brought you in, your background, and your goals. You won’t be pushed to share more than you’re ready to, and...
by Jo Marwil, Psy.D. | Jul 14, 2026 | Managing Stress, Panic Attacks, Therapy
Summer isn’t always the fresh start we expect—and that’s okay. Summer often arrives with the promise of slowing down. Longer days. Sunshine. Vacations. Time with family and friends. A chance to reset. It’s easy to assume this season should feel lighter. But if you’ve...
by Jo Marwil, Psy.D. | May 19, 2026 | Depression, Grief, Managing Stress, Panic Attacks, Therapy
Every May, during Mental Health Awareness Month, conversations around therapy and emotional wellness become more visible. While that progress matters, there are still many misconceptions about therapy that prevent people from reaching out for support. At Marwil...
by Jo Marwil, Psy.D. | May 15, 2025 | Managing Stress, Therapy
When faced with a challenge or difficulty, it is normal to turn our focus towards solving that problem– in fact, it is one of many amazing things our brains do to help us tackle tasks. We dedicate energy to the problems we are facing so that we can move beyond them....
by Jo Marwil, Psy.D. | Apr 23, 2025 | Managing Stress, Therapy
Spring cleaning isn’t just for tidying up our homes—it’s the perfect time to clear out our mental clutter, too. Perhaps you are finally tackling those piles of outgrown clothes and unread books, or getting around to repainting the kitchen. Whatever your spring...