In our fast-paced, achievement-driven culture, there’s an unspoken assumption that everyone should be fine. That being "okay" is the norm — and anything else is weakness. The truth is, many people are suffering silently, afraid to speak up because of the stigma that still surrounds mental health disorders.

This silence can be devastating. Without honest conversations and proactive care, sadness a...

We are incredibly excited to announce that IOME has once again been named First Place in the 2024 NoCo Best of Counseling Services awards! This is not the first time we’ve received this honor—our team was also awarded First Place in 2022—but it’s still an incredibly humbling and proud moment for all of us at IOME.

Winning this prestigious award is a testament to the hard work, dedication, and com...

“I AM A SIX FIGURE WOMAN!”

For years, I have said these six words over and over again. In my head while getting ready in the mornings, out loud to myself during my morning commute, and written over and over again in my journal. It was the affirmation I had on repeat, always. 

Before we go any further, let me back up and tell you what happened in 2018. In the spring of 2018, I was overwhelmed wit...