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Our blog is designed for individuals, couples, and providers seeking clear, trauma-informed guidance before deciding to begin therapy. These articles offer practical education, validation, and research-backed insight—without minimizing pain or oversimplifying healing. If you’re exploring therapy or wanting to understand your experience more deeply, this is a thoughtful place to start.
Behind the Smile: A Katy Therapist Lifts the Mask on Mental Health and Hidden Struggles
West Houston therapist Elizabeth Westbrook, LCSW, sheds light on the emotional toll of hustle culture, social comparison, and silent suffering in high-achieving West Houston communities—and why authentic, trauma-informed therapy is essential.
