Why does anxiety make us assume the worst? Learn how curiosity, psychological flexibility, and therapy can help create space for possibilities beyond catastrophic thinking. Upstream Mental Health offers identity-affirming anxiety therapy in Massachusetts.

Society often places expectations on who we should be and what’s expected of us. But, the more we notice systems and our environment, the more flexibility we have. When our awareness increases, so does our complexity. If you’re going through a life transition or identity development, check out this post.

Relationships are one of the most complex parts of being human, so it makes sense that they don’t always feel easy! Read our blog post to learn about why relationships can ebb and flow, and what can help.

Suppressing emotions often doesn’t work the way we hope it will - learn about the “beach ball” metaphor and alternative skills to help handle difficult emotions.

Despite having a reputation for the happiest, most easeful time of the year, summer can be one of the best times to start therapy - learn why.

Feeling overwhelmed all the time as a young adult? Learn why it happens and how therapy in Massachusetts can help you manage stress, anxiety, and burnout.

Struggling with overthinking? Learn how therapy for overthinking in Massachusetts can help you manage anxiety, reduce mental loops, and feel more grounded.

A warm, grounded guide to practicing gratitude. Learn simple, realistic ways to boost emotional well-being and reduce stress from Boston-based Upstream Mental Health.

For the last few years, I’ve been quietly fascinated by how time feels like it speeds up as we get older. Not in the cliché way people say it at birthdays—but in a deeper, almost existential way.

Grief is complex and non-linear. Explore the many forms grief can take and how therapy can support you through loss, change, and emotional healing.

Explore the Social Change Ecosystem Map by Deepa Iyer and how knowing your activist role can reduce burnout and support your mental health journey.