Faith Perez M.A., LPC

Merriam-Websters Dictionary defines a boundary as: something that indicates or fixes a limit or extent. Other words that might be used for the word boundary are confines, limit or limitation, or termination. We set boundaries in order to define comfortable limits and to delineate what is acceptable and what is not. Boundaries are an important […]

Polyamory can be a tricky subject and should be taken seriously when bringing up with a partner. This should not be talked about in unfamiliar environments when a partner is upset or anxious as this can alter their receptiveness to the topic at hand. Choose a time and place where you and your partner are […]

Racism is an all too real and present issue within our country. It is not a new issue, but it is definitely one that should be at the forefront of our minds. It is not something that happens in the dark or behind closed doors, but rather something we face every day in our schools, […]

We often hear the term, work-life balance, when applying for jobs, attending Human Resource meetings or on company websites. So, what does that term actually mean? According to Business News Daily, it “is the state of equilibrium where a person equally prioritizes the demand of one’s career and the demands of one’s personal life”. For […]

Okay so this is a touchy subject for many as in the mainstream, when you hear about BDSM, you might automatically think Fifty Shades of Grey. The fact is that it is much more than that, so let’s give the quick run-down of BDSM for beginners. What does BDSM stand for? Bondage and Discipline, Dominance […]

When you think of your therapist, do you ever wonder if they have a therapist? The real question in my opinion is, why not? When I started my journey to becoming a licensed therapist, I had heard stories of why you should never let people know that you also seek support from a therapist. I […]

We hear a lot these days about consent, but what does it mean? Consent is the hallmark of any agreement which is defined as a mutual collaboration between individuals. Defining this can be tricky depending on your situation and the need to seek out this agreement of trust between friends, partners, family, etc. And don’t […]

What do you think about when you hear the words, sex drive? Do you think about being with a partner or partners that are evenly matched? Maybe you think about a partner that enjoys all the same things or frequency in sexual connection you do. If so, your thinking might be line with societal norms […]

There are people who suffer the effects of anxiety daily, some of which you may know personally. Our society has become more aware and accepting that treatment of anxiety are a norm, but what about treatment through medications? There are many who do not understand, prefer holistic medicines, or those who are fearful of mediation […]

Over the last 20 years the availability of having technology at our fingertips has become something of a norm. To know that we can call someone, listen to music, read a book, or take amazing pictures and video; is nothing short of incredible. So tell me, in all the things you do with your phone […]