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JoEllen Lange, MA LMFT 5/27/25 JoEllen Lange, MA LMFT 5/27/25

What We Can Learn from Thunderbolts* the Movie About Mental Health

What Marvel’s Thunderbolts* teaches us about pain, connection, and growth—and why those lessons matter for mental health and wellness.

JoEllen Lange, MA LMFT 5/20/25 JoEllen Lange, MA LMFT 5/20/25

What Does Being Intentional Really Mean—And Why It Matters for Your Relationships and Life

Being intentional means making choices on purpose. Learn how it strengthens relationships and supports meaningful change in every area of life.

JoEllen Lange, MA LMFT 5/13/25 JoEllen Lange, MA LMFT 5/13/25

Just Do One Thing: How Small Changes in Therapy Lead to Big Growth

Therapy doesn’t have to be overwhelming. By focusing on just one small change at a time, you can create sustainable growth that builds with each intentional step.

JoEllen Lange, MA LMFT 5/6/25 JoEllen Lange, MA LMFT 5/6/25

How to Connect Emotionally with Your Partner: A Love Letter of Your Values

If you’re wondering how to connect emotionally with your partner, this blog explores the values that build trust and connection—and how individual therapy can help.

JoEllen Lange, MA LMFT 4/29/25 JoEllen Lange, MA LMFT 4/29/25

What Do You Believe About Your Relationship?

What we believe about our relationships shows up as sensors or detectors for what’s okay or not, what’s ‘normal’ or not, what’s forgivable or not. And they reveal themselves as behavioral patterns. Some beliefs create distance in relationships—here’s what to do instead.

JoEllen Lange, MA LMFT 4/22/25 JoEllen Lange, MA LMFT 4/22/25

What Men Often Look for in a Therapist (and How That Might Help You Find the Right Fit)

Starting therapy can feel vulnerable, especially if you're used to figuring things out on your own (and maybe even wearing that as a badge of honor). You're looking for a space to feel heard and respected, not judged or blamed.