What We Wish Our Clients Knew: Reflections from a Trauma-Informed Therapy Practice
What We Wish Our Clients Knew Reflections from a Trauma-Informed Therapy Practice Therapy is often misunderstood. It’s not just talking. It’s not just advice. It’s not about fixing you. When new clients walk through our doors, many carry a deep fear: “What’s wrong with me?” We want you to know—there’s nothing wrong with you. You […]
From Awareness to Action: How to Support Mental Health in Yourself and Others
Published for Mental Health Awareness Month A few months ago, a new client came to Curo for an intake session. On paper, things looked fine—stable job, supportive family, no major diagnoses. But as she sat down and began to speak, her voice shook. “I almost canceled this,” she admitted. “I kept telling myself other people […]
Mental Health Is Health: Why Your Brain Deserves the Same Care as Your Body
Mental Health Is Health: Why Your Brain Deserves the Same Care as Your Body Not long ago, a client told us she felt guilty for starting therapy. “I go to the gym, I eat pretty well… I should be able to handle life,” she said. But when we asked how often she gave her mind […]
You Don’t Have to Wait for a Crisis: The Power of Preventive Mental Healthcare
You Don’t Have to Wait for a Crisis: The Power of Preventive Mental Healthcare You don’t wait for a cavity before brushing your teeth. You don’t wait for your car to break down before getting an oil change. So why do so many of us wait until we’re in an emotional crisis to care for […]
Nurturance: Deepening Our Capacity for Care Both Inwardly and Outwardly
Relationships are a time suck. They take work, intentionality, and consistency. Getting close to someone isn’t orchestrating the perfect hangout where you’re able to wonderfully bond in an efficient and predictable way. They’re an investment: a fulfilling, grounding, and sustaining investment. Similarly, it takes time to tune into our own needs and care well for […]