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How to Improve Self-Esteem: 8 Therapist-Backed Tips That Actually Work
Self-esteem isn’t about pretending you’re confident. It’s about changing how you see yourself when no one else is watching. If you’ve ever felt not good enough despite being the one everyone depends on, this post is for you. Inside, I’m sharing 8 therapist-backed strategies to help you rebuild self-worth from the inside out—compassionately, realistically, and without toxic positivity.
When Mother’s Day Hurts: Learning to Heal and Care for Yourself
For many, Mother’s Day is painful—not joyful. Whether you're grieving, navigating a strained relationship, or carrying invisible wounds, this post offers validation and gentle guidance for tending to yourself during an emotionally complex time.
Making Room for Pain and Hope in a Season of Reflection
Spring may signal new beginnings, but for many, it also brings emotional heaviness—grief, burnout, or the weight of the world’s uncertainty. This post explores how to hold space for both pain and hope during times of reflection, and why it's okay to feel both at once.
Sleepless and Frustrated? 10 Ways to Outsmart Insomnia
Tired of tossing and turning at night? This post shares 10 evidence-based tips to help you fall asleep faster, stay asleep longer, and wake up feeling more rested—without relying on sleep meds.
Feeling Like a Fraud? Why High Achievers Feel Like Fakes
Ever feel like a fraud, even when you’re doing well? You might be dealing with impostor syndrome. Learn why it’s so common—especially among high-achieving women—and what you can do about it.
Beyond 'Never Enough': Silencing the Inner Critic
Breaking Free from Perfectionism: Embracing Progress Over Perfect
Perfectionism can drive success, but it can also fuel stress, burnout, and self-doubt. Learn how to trade pressure for progress and thrive with a healthier mindset.
The Silent Battle: Understanding and Coping with Depression
Depression is more than just feeling sad; it’s a serious mental health condition that impacts every part of a person’s life. In this post, you'll learn what depression really is, how to recognize the signs, and what treatment options can help.
Supporting Someone with Mental Illness
When someone you love is struggling with their mental health, it’s natural to want to help. But knowing how to support them while caring for your own well-being can be tricky. This post offers guidance on doing both with compassion and balance.
Maria Perdomo-Torres, LCSW-S, MHA, CFSW, is an experienced and bilingual (English/Spanish) therapist, and founder of Graceful Mind Therapy, a private practice specializing in women's mental health. Maria supports women as they navigate anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship challenges, and life transitions. She offers compassionate, empowering care to women from all walks of life, as they navigate the demands of their careers, families, and personal growth. In her practice, Maria provides a safe space for clients to explore their mental health, enhance emotional well-being, and build the resilience needed to thrive both personally and professionally. She offers teletherapy services to clients across Arizona, California, Florida, New Mexico, Texas, and Washington.