Posts tagged emotional labor

You’re Not Obligated to Make the Holidays Magical

If you’re feeling pressure to make the holidays special for everyone else—while running on fumes yourself—you’re not alone. Many people, especially caregivers, parents, and those socialized to prioritize others, carry the unspoken expectation to “create magic” this time of year. At Sprout Therapy PDX, we want you to know: you’re not obligated to perform holiday joy. Your well-being matters too.

Seasonal SupportEmelie DouglasDecember 8, 2025holiday stress, emotional labor, burnout, perfectionism, therapy Portland Oregon, mental health support, inclusive therapy, identity-affirming therapy, OHP therapy, boundaries during holidays

Caring for Everyone But Yourself? Mental Health for Caregivers

If you're the one everyone turns to—the fixer, the emotional anchor, the reliable one—you might also be the one most at risk for burnout. November is National Family Caregivers Month, and at Sprout Therapy PDX, we want to recognize the often invisible labor of caregiving. Whether you’re supporting a child, partner, parent, or chosen family member, your mental health matters too.

Parenting & CaregivingEmelie DouglasNovember 3, 2025caregiver burnout, burnout, mental health, mentalhealthawareness, therapy, portland therapist, portland therapy, therapy portland, emotional labor, ohp therapy, inclusive therapy