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New Year, Same You: Why You Don't Need a Resolution to Heal
Healing is not about forcing change. It is about creating enough safety for change to happen naturally.

Dominique Thornton, LCSW
Jan 32 min read


Closing Out 2025 with Intention and Reflection
Reflections are a chance to grow, heal, and reconnect with yourself. You don’t need a dramatic breakthrough or big resolutions.

Dominique Thornton, LCSW
Dec 9, 20253 min read


Navigating the Holiday Season in First Responder Families
Holidays often come with celebration. They can also bring up emotions that have been pushed aside throughout the year.

Dominique Thornton, LCSW
Nov 8, 20252 min read


The Power of Letting Go: Lessons from Autumn Leaves
Letting go is not about forgetting or giving up. It’s about giving yourself permission to move forward with a little more lightness and a little more hope.

Dominique Thornton, LCSW
Oct 8, 20252 min read


Finding Light in the Season of Change
September can feel like a month of transition. The long days of summer start to fade, kids are back in school, and routines become a...

Dominique Thornton, LCSW
Sep 7, 20252 min read


August Doesn’t Have to Slip Away: How to Hold Space for the End of Summer
August often moves quickly, and it’s easy to feel like you should have done more or feel more ready for fall. But maybe this is the moment to slow down instead.

Dominique Thornton, LCSW
Aug 1, 20252 min read


First Responder Families: Holding Space During the Summer Surge
At Connected Therapy, we understand first responder families in a real way. Many of our therapists have personal or professional experience in the world of frontline work. We see how hard you’re working behind the scenes, and we know how important your mental health is, too.

Dominique Thornton, LCSW
Jul 8, 20254 min read


Weathering the Storm: Coping with Financial Stress and Life's Uncertainty
Between rising costs, job instability, and a constant stream of bad news, it’s no surprise that financial stress is one of the leading causes of anxiety and depression in adults. At Connected Therapy, we want you to know that it’s okay to feel overwhelmed and there are ways to cope, even when life feels uncertain.

Dominique Thornton, LCSW
Jun 5, 20253 min read


May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Let's Stay Connected
This Mental Health Awareness Month, we want to remind you that it’s okay to not be okay. You deserve to take care of yourself by reaching out, talking it through, and connecting with the care you deserve.

Dominique Thornton, LCSW
May 2, 20253 min read


How to be Intentional with New Year's Resolutions
Let’s explore the pros and cons of New Year’s resolutions and how creating intentional, realistic goals can set you up for success.

Dominique Thornton, LCSW
Jan 18, 20253 min read


Navigating Grief Around the Holidays
Grief during the holidays can be complex and deeply personal, but with intentional coping strategies and support, it is possible to navigate

Dominique Thornton, LCSW
Dec 8, 20243 min read


Dealing With Family During the Holidays While Maintaining Your Peace - (as featured on Rent. blog)
We were featured on the Rent. blog! Check out the recent article our Clinical Director, Dominique Thornton, LCSW, was quoted in: Dealing...

Shannon M. Bryant, JD, MSW
Nov 23, 20241 min read


Surviving the Real Spooky Season: Holidays with Family
As the Halloween decorations come down, some of us brace ourselves for a different kind of fright—the holiday season with family. From...

Dominique Thornton, LCSW
Nov 2, 20243 min read


Suicide Awareness Month: A Time to Talk, Listen, and Support
September is Suicide Awareness Month, a time for us to pause and acknowledge the importance of mental health and suicide prevention. At...

Dominique Thornton, LCSW
Sep 26, 20243 min read


Understanding Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs with a Little Help from Maslow the Therapy Dog
Dominique Thornton, LCSW Clinical Director Welcome to Connected Therapy! Today, we’re diving into the world of Maslow’s Hierarchy of...

Dominique Thornton, LCSW
Aug 8, 20243 min read
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