When Success Is Not Enough: Therapy for the Quietly Unfulfilled
You’ve achieved the career, relationships, and milestones you worked so hard for, yet something still feels missing. Therapy at Botaitis Therapy Group offers a space to pause, look inward, and reconnect with meaning and joy beyond achievement.
The Truth About High-Functioning Anxiety: Why It’s Often Missed In Women, Men, and High-Achievers
High functioning anxiety often hides in plain sight, behind successful careers, well managed homes, and polished social lives. Many high achievers, parents, and students in California are praised for “having it all together” while quietly battling restlessness, overthinking, and burnout. In this blog, Botaitis Therapy Group explores the subtle signs of high functioning anxiety, how it can look different in women, men, and college students, and what steps you can take to move from constant performance to true presence.
Conflict Resolution - Let’s Talk About It (Part 2: When Repair Fails)
Even with the best intentions, relationship repair doesn’t always go as planned. In this follow-up article, Mary Glennan, a licensed therapist in Santa Barbara, offers guidance on how to navigate failed conflict resolution with clarity and compassion. Discover strategies for protecting your mental health, setting healthy boundaries, and understanding what to do when repair efforts are ignored or rejected. This post is especially helpful for individuals and families seeking therapy in California to improve communication and emotional well-being.
Conflict Resolution - Let’s Talk About It (Part 1: Rupture & Repair)
Conflict is part of every relationship, but when handled with care, it can lead to deeper emotional connection. In this article, Santa Barbara therapist Mary Glennan explores the psychology of conflict, why rupture happens in close and casual relationships, and how to repair trust through empathy, accountability, and healthy communication. Learn how conflict resolution therapy can help you build stronger, more resilient connections.
Summer Solstice and Emotional Reset: Navigating Seasonal Shifts with Therapy
The summer season often brings light and celebration, but it can also surface emotional overwhelm and unexpected stress. From increased social pressure to seasonal mood shifts, many people find themselves feeling unbalanced during this time of year. Therapy offers a grounding space to process these changes, reconnect with your needs, and develop tools to navigate the season with intention. Whether you're feeling overstimulated, anxious, or simply in need of reset, our team is here to support you with thoughtful, personalized care.
Graduation, Uncertainty, and the Value of Therapy in Career Transitions
Graduation is a major milestone, but the transition that follows can bring unexpected uncertainty. In today’s evolving job market, many early-career professionals find themselves questioning their direction and next steps. Therapy provides a space to navigate these career transitions with clarity, resilience, and support. Whether you’re stepping into your first job or rethinking your path, our team is here to guide you through the uncertainty with personalized care.