Colleen Perry, LMFT

01/25/2025

Good information from Psychology Today.

01/19/2025

Instead of making New Year’s resolutions this month, consider setting S.M.A.R.T. goals instead.
SMART is an acronym for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. It's a method for setting goals that helps ensure they are realistic and can be achieved within a specific time frame.
What each letter of SMART means
Specific: The goal is clear and easy to understand. It states what will be done and who will do it.
Measurable: The goal includes a way to measure progress so you can tell if you're on track.
Achievable: The goal is realistic and attainable.
Relevant: The goal makes sense and fits the purpose of what you're trying to accomplish.
Time-bound: The goal has a deadline that's realistic.
How to use SMART goals
Write down your initial goal.
Consider each letter of SMART to make sure your goal is specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound.
Review your goal and revise it if needed.
You can also add the letters "ER" to the acronym to make it "SMARTER". "ER" stands for "Evaluate" and "Revise.
Give it a try. And remember, it’s about progress, not perfection.😉

01/10/2025

My deepest thoughts prayers go out all of those impacted and devastated by the recent wildfires in Southern California. Trauma comes in many forms and support of every kind is crucial. If you or someone you know resides in California and is in need of therapy, please know there is help and there is hope and I offer both.❤️

05/03/2024

I get this question quite often.

Stonewalling is maladaptive defense mechanism that occurs when someone is flooded whereas gaslighting is a form of emotional abuse.

05/03/2024

Excellent reminder we can all use.💕

Here’s why “Sorry for your loss” rubs me the wrong way and what to say instead if you’re trying to comfort someone’s who’s grieving.