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Welcome to the Zimmerman Therapy Group Blog, a place where you will be able to find insights, information and reflection on our work here at ZTG and all things related to mental health and the therapeutic process.


More Than One Door: The Secret Strength of Group Therapy Practices
When your therapist has a team behind them, you feel the difference—even if you don’t see it.

Dave Byers
17 hours ago2 min read


Do We Really Listen?
This reflective blog explores the concept of true, active listening—especially during difficult conversations—and how it creates space for connection, safety, and healing.

Stephanie Zimmerman
Sep 153 min read


The Hidden Power of Group Therapy
Why this hidden gem in mental health treatment is often underrated, misunderstood, overlooked, and absolutely worth considering.

Dave Byers
Sep 14 min read


The Seven Senses: How to Use Your Body’s Built-In Calming System
Your sensory system isn’t just a way to perceive the world—it’s a built-in regulation toolkit. Whether you’re about to walk into a stressful meeting or you’re already in the middle of a high-stress moment, engaging your senses can quiet the amygdala, lower stress hormones, and help your body feel safe again.

Stephanie Zimmerman
Aug 153 min read


Vulnerability Hangovers
The unease or self-doubt that can arise after sharing something deeply personal also serves as a marker of growth and connection.

Dave Byers
Aug 13 min read


To the Parent of an Adult Child: How to Connect and Begin to Mend Your Relationship
If your child is now an adult and you find your relationship is rocky and you’re not sure where to start, this blog is a starting point for the journey toward healing your relationship.

Haylee Clark
Jul 153 min read


“So OCD” - The Cost of Casual Misuse
Moving beyond stereotypes and assumptions to start conversations and prompt important questions about obsessive-compulsive disorder.

Delane McGuire
Jul 14 min read


When Kindness Is Hard To Accept
If you’ve known pain your whole life, kindness doesn’t always feel safe.

Dave Byers
Jun 163 min read


Why Better Communication Isn’t Enough for Couples
Understanding why just saying things the “right way” often doesn’t lead to lasting change.

Dave Byers
Jun 24 min read


Supporting Your Child Through Life’s Changes
When life brings unexpected change, children often need extra support to feel safe and connected—this blog shares practical tools to help your family navigate transitions with empathy, structure, and presence.

Haylee Clark
May 152 min read


Your Self Love Prescription
A guide on how to practically show up for yourself.

Delane McGuire
May 13 min read


Two Brothers and a Wheelbarrow: A Story of Neurodivergence
Understanding neurodivergence requires moving from judgment to curiosity.

Dave Byers
Apr 153 min read


Let’s Fight About Anything Else
When confronted with facing the truth, do you start an argument to avoid answering?

Dave Byers
Apr 13 min read


Be Where Your Feet Are: Breaking the Cycle of Chasing the Next Moment
Let’s all take a moment to be in the present moment.

Aimee Strange
Mar 172 min read


What If Your Worth Isn’t Measured by Who Sees It?
Embracing inherent worth, beyond others’ opinions, is a foundation for self-acceptance and authentic relationships.

Dave Byers
Mar 33 min read


I Get it Now: A love letter to the Postpartum Mama
To keep it real: you truly don’t know until you’re in it. And now? I get it.

Aimee Strange
Feb 174 min read


Bad Habits that Doom your Relationship
Be mindful of some of these most common bad habits that can undermine a relationship.

Aimee Strange
Feb 14 min read


Nostalgia and Our Lives
Nostalgia is the bittersweet longing for the past, but is nostalgia a friend or foe when it comes to mental health?

Aimee Strange
Jan 152 min read


Building Self-Esteem: Understanding, Nurturing, and Transforming Your Self-Perception
By fostering a positive self-view, we not only enhance our personal growth but also improve our relationships and overall well-being.

Aimee Strange
Jan 23 min read


Call it Quits on New Year's Resolutions and do this Instead
As the calendar flips to a new year, many of us are tempted to draft a list of resolutions, only to see them fizzle out by February.

Aimee Strange
Dec 16, 20242 min read
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