Why stress hits moms differently (and why “just push through” doesn’t work) Therapy for stress: A lot of moms don’t realize they’re living in chronic stress until their body forces a slowdown. It shows up as getting sick more often, feeling constantly tired, snapping...
Women’s Mental Health Blog
The National Institute of Mental Health reports that 1 in 5 women experience a mental health condition in the United States. Mental health disorders such as anxiety, depression, or trauma hold women back from living happily. They also can affect physical health, so it’s critical to care for your mental health as much as it is to care for your physical health.
At Lightwork Therapy & Recovery, we strive to give women hope, treatment, and the resources they need to take care of their mental well-being. Read our mental health blogs to learn more about mental health disorders and what you can do to maintain a healthy mind! If you or a loved one are struggling with your mental health, visit our mental health facility for women in Woburn, Massachusetts or call today to find out how we can help!
Therapy for Stress: Why stress shows up in your body (and why it’s not “just in your head”) If you’ve ever had that tight-chest feeling, like you can’t quite get a full breath, you already know this: stress doesn’t stay neatly in your thoughts. It moves into your...
Scared of Your Mind? How to Stop Scary Postpartum Thoughts If you’ve had a scary thought since having your baby and it made your stomach drop, please hear this first: you’re not alone, and you’re not a bad mom. Scary postpartum thoughts are more common than people...
Emotional Exhaustion: I Can't Stop Crying. Do I Need Therapy? If you can’t stop crying lately, I want you to hear this first: you’re not “too sensitive,” you’re not being dramatic, and you’re not alone. Crying spells can feel scary and embarrassing, especially when...
Safe Healing: How to Find the Best Mental Health Center for Women in MA Looking for mental health support can feel vulnerable in a very specific way. Even if you’re sure you need help, you might still be wondering: Will I feel judged? Will they really listen? Will...
Severe Mood Swings: I Think I'm Bipolar. What Do I Do Now? Severe mood swings can feel scary — and you’re not alone Maybe you’ve had moments where your mood shifts feel bigger than “stress” or “hormones.” One week you’re crying in the car because everything feels...
It is always a significant milestone when the work we do at LightWork Therapy & Recovery resonates with the community we serve. We are incredibly honored to announce that our founders, Molly and Jackie, were recently featured on the North of Boston Lifestyle blog...
Processing a Difficult Birth: A Guide to Birth Trauma Therapy Why a difficult birth can stay with you (even if everyone says you “should be fine”) If you came home with a healthy baby and still don’t feel okay, there’s nothing wrong with you. This is one of the most...
High-Functioning Depression: When You’re Successful but Empty There’s a particular kind of pain that’s hard to explain, because from the outside, everything looks fine. You’re showing up. You’re handling your responsibilities. You’re taking care of everyone else. You...
International Women’s Day: A Guide to Mindful Celebration and Self-Reflection Why International Women’s Day Matters (and Why We’re Taking a Mindful Approach) International Women’s Day (IWD) can feel energizing and tender at the same time. For some of us, it’s a day of...
International Women’s Day: 10 Ways to Honor Your Mental Health This March 8th March 8th can be beautiful. It can also feel… complicated. International Women’s Day (IWD) is often presented as a loud celebration of achievement, power, and “having it all.” And yes, we...
Finding Connection: Is a Women’s Therapy Group Right for You? If you’ve been holding a lot lately (anxiety, burnout, sadness, relationship stress, body image stuff you can’t turn off), you’re not alone. And you’re not “too much.” One of the most healing things we see...
Trauma Bonding Signs: Understanding Why It's So Hard to Leave If you’ve ever thought, “I know this is hurting me… so why can’t I walk away?” I want you to know something right up front: you’re not weak, broken, or “too much.” Trauma bonding is real, it’s powerful, and...
Postpartum Panic Attacks: How to Recognize Them and Find Calm Postpartum panic attacks: what they feel like (and why they can be so scary) If you’ve had a sudden wave of terror hit you after having a baby, you’re not alone. A lot of new parents feel completely...
Postpartum Rage Symptoms: Understanding Anger After Birth If you’ve felt a kind of anger after having a baby that honestly scared you a little, you’re not alone. Not the “I’m annoyed” kind of anger. I’m talking about rage that comes on fast, feels out of proportion,...
Why Women’s Group Therapy in Massachusetts Is More Effective Than Individual Care If you’ve ever wondered, “Why do I still feel so alone in this?” even after doing “all the right things,” you’re not imagining it. For a lot of women, individual therapy is helpful, but...
Postpartum Burnout: How to Heal When You're Running on Empty Understanding Postpartum Burnout You know that feeling when you're so tired that even your bones ache? When you look at your baby and feel... nothing? That's not just regular new-mom exhaustion—it might be...
Creating a Burnout Recovery Plan: How to Start Fresh in 2026 Understanding Burnout Let's talk about what burnout really is, because it's more than just feeling tired after a long week. Burnout is a state of complete physical, emotional, and mental exhaustion that...
Postpartum Depression Treatment: Signs You Need Professional Help Now Understanding Postpartum Depression Becoming a mother changes everything—your body, your routine, your heart. It's completely normal to feel overwhelmed, tearful, or anxious in those first days...
Do I Really Need Addiction Treatment? A Reality Check Understanding Addiction as a Chronic Disorder Let's get real about what addiction actually is. Chronic addiction isn't a moral failing or a lack of willpower—it's a recognized medical condition that changes how...