Is Therapy Worth It?
He looked down, seemingly sad and said “I wish I started it earlier.” This is something I hear often from my clients as they reflect on their therapy journeys. If you’ve ever wondered, Is therapy worth it?—you’re not alone. The…
Muthoni Mbai
Muthoni Mbai is a licensed psychologist with over six years of experience. She specializes in individual, trauma, child and adolescent, couples, and family therapy. Trained in Trauma-Focused CBT and DBT, Muthoni offers compassionate, evidence-based care to help clients heal and thrive.
My experience with gender disappointment
Are you experiencing gender disappointment? You are not alone. Many women across the globe have quietly battled this emotional turmoil, a feeling so often misunderstood or dismissed. Society often expects parents to be overjoyed regardless of their baby’s sex, but…
How to Cope with Gender Disappointment
I had heard more than enough of: “Be thankful the baby is healthy,” “No child is lesser – the gender doesn’t matter.” But deep down, I knew just how bad I felt. It was a boy, again! My heart ached,…
What is Delayed Gratification? – 5 Key Examples of Delayed Gratification
Success often stems from the small, intentional choices we make every day. But one of the most profound concepts behind achieving long-term goals is delayed gratification. In simple terms, delayed gratification means resisting an immediate reward in favor of a…
10 Signs You’ve Found a Good Therapist
Finding the right therapist can feel like discovering a treasure chest of emotional growth and self-awareness. But how do you know when you’ve struck gold in therapy? Well, sometimes, it’s just a gut feeling — you’ll just feel it! Remember…