How Often Should I Go to Therapy? Why Session Frequency Matters

by uprisepsychology | Aug 1, 2026 | Uncategorized

By : Dr. Melisa Arias-Valenzuela, C. Psych. One of the most common questions people ask when starting therapy is: How often should I go to therapy? For most people, the answer is once a week, at least at the beginning. Weekly therapy provides enough consistency to...

Body Image and Self-Compassion: A Compassion-Focused Approach to Body Image Recovery

by uprisepsychology | Jul 7, 2026 | Eating disorders and disordered eating, Eating disorders and disordered eating, Self-Compassion, Uncategorized

By Dr. Melisa Arias-Valenzuela, C. Psych. If you’ve ever found yourself thinking: “Why can’t I just stop obsessing about my body?””I know these thoughts aren’t helping, but I can’t seem to stop.””I feel trapped...

Self-Care: What It Is, Why It Matters, and How to Practice It Daily

by uprisepsychology | May 31, 2026 | Uncategorized

By Dr. Melisa Arias-Valenzuela, C. Psych.   Self-care has become a popular term in recent years, but many people still misunderstand what it truly means. While self-care is often associated with spa days or indulgent activities, true self-care is much deeper and...

Experiencing Grief: How to Cope with Loss and Build Resilience

by uprisepsychology | May 3, 2026 | Uncategorized

By Dr. Melisa Arias-Valenzuela, C. Psych. Grief is one of the most universal and probably the most misunderstood human experiences. Whether it follows the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or a life you thought you would have, grief can feel...

Spring is Here, So are Body Image Struggles: Understanding the Shift and Finding Your Way Back to Compassion

by uprisepsychology | Apr 1, 2026 | Uncategorized

By Dr. Melisa Arias-Valenzuela, C. Psych.     As the days get longer and the weather warms, many people look forward to the energy and renewal that spring brings. But alongside blooming flowers and lighter layers, something else often shows up quietly: an...