At According To Sykes, we believe that access to mental healthcare begins with transparency. Our goal is to make the financial side of therapy as clear and approachable as the clinical side, so you can feel confident from your very first appointment.

Identity is more than a label. It includes the experiences, relationships, values, cultures, and communities that shape how we see ourselves and the world around us. Identity-affirming therapy recognizes these influences and invites them into the therapeutic process rather than asking clients to leave them at the door.

For many of us, summer is associated with relaxation, vacations, sunshine, and a slower pace of life. Social media often paints the season as carefree and restorative — but the reality is far more nuanced. Seasonal transitions, even positive ones, require adjustment. As routines change, so do our relationships, responsibilities, and emotional rhythms. If you’ve found yourself feeling more anxious, disconnected, or overwhelmed this summer, you’re not alone.

Taking the first step toward therapy can feel exciting, hopeful, overwhelming, or even a little scary. Whether you’re seeking support for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship challenges, identity exploration, grief, life transitions, or simply a desire to better understand yourself, beginning therapy is an act of courage.

As we celebrate Pride this month, may we remember that liberation is not a destination but a practice. May we continue to organize, advocate, care, and dream together. May we resist systems that diminish our humanity and strengthen the relationships that restore it.

For Daunte Henderson, LCSW, that relationship starts with something simple but powerful: creating a space where people feel seen, heard, and understood without judgment.

At According To Sykes, we view healing as more than symptom management. We believe that liberation from trauma involves reconnecting with ourselves, our communities, and our inherent capacity for healing, allowing us to move beyond survival and toward a more authentic and empowered life.

Social media has become an integral part of daily life for millions of people. Whether we use it to stay informed, connect with others, share our experiences, or simply unwind after a long day, digital platforms increasingly shape how we interact with the world and with one another. Over the last decade, short-form media platforms have transformed the way information is consumed. Through highly personalized algorithms, users are presented with content tailored to their intere

We encourage children to calm down when they are upset, use their words when they are frustrated, and manage difficult feelings without acting impulsively. These are important skills. Yet there is a question worth asking: Why do we often expect children to regulate emotions that many adults are still learning to manage themselves?

Healing takes a community. Whether you are seeking therapy, interested in our programs, or simply learning more about our work, we invite you to connect with the According To Sykes team and discover how we support individuals, families, and communities on their healing journeys.