GROWING THROUGH IT

Most of us know what acute stress feels like: racing thoughts, a pounding heart, maybe a sleepless night or two. But chronic stress is different. It builds slowly, day after day, until it becomes the ...

As the world awakens from winter's slumber, many of us feel the urge to refresh our surroundings—a ritual we call spring cleaning. But beyond tidying our physical spaces, spring offers a perfect oppor...

In today's digital age, it’s easy to find ourselves caught in an endless loop of scrolling through social media and news feeds, absorbing one distressing story after another. This behavior, often refe...

Relationships are central to our well-being. Whether it’s with partners, friends, roommates, family, or coworkers, the way we connect with others shapes our daily lives. But what happens when these re...

Valentine’s Day is a celebration of love, connection, and togetherness—but for those who are grieving, it can feel like an isolating and painful reminder of loss. Whether you’re mourning a partner, pa...

These are not easy times. We live in a world that often feels uncertain, overwhelming, and exhausting. Many of us are navigating grief, burnout, isolation, injustice, loss, and constant change. In mom...

Grief is a deeply personal journey, one that can feel overwhelming and isolating. Whether you’re grieving the loss of a loved one, a pet, or even a significant life change, it’s important to remember ...

When life becomes overwhelming—whether due to grief, depression, or personal struggles—self-compassion is often the key to healing. In therapy, we teach clients that self-compassion is essential for e...

Grief is a deeply personal experience, but not all grief is treated equally. When your loss doesn’t fit into traditional ideas of mourning, it can feel invisible or invalidated. This is called disenfr...

As we step into a new year, it’s easy to feel pressure to hit the ground running—setting big goals, starting new habits, and striving for immediate change. But what if the best way to start the year i...

The end of the year can be both a reflective and emotionally intense time, especially for those of us navigating life with neurodivergence or mental health challenges. It’s a period where we might fee...

At Petal and Peak Mental Health, we understand that life can be full of challenges, whether you're navigating anxiety, managing life transitions, or coping with chronic pain. Based in Denver, Colorado...