OCD and anxiety can look similar, but they’re not the same. While both involve worry and stress, OCD is driven by unwanted, intrusive thoughts and repetitive behaviors aimed at easing anxiety. Understanding the difference is key to getting the right support and treatment. This blog explores how to tell them apart—and why compassion and accurate diagnosis matter in every healing journey.

You don’t need to be falling apart to go to therapy. Sometimes the most powerful reason to start is simply wanting to feel better. In this blog, Sarah Biren from Perez Therapy explores five signs it might be time to talk to someone — and reminds us that seeking support isn’t a sign of weakness, but a step toward healing and self-understanding.

Sex worker affirming therapy creates a safe, non-judgmental space where sex workers are respected as the experts of their own lives. It supports healing from stigma, trauma, and isolation while honoring autonomy and diverse experiences. At its core, this approach recognizes that sex work is real work—and every client deserves compassion, dignity, and care