Kelsey T. Chun, MFT
Kelsey Chun is a marriage and family therapist, freelance writer, and the author of With A Little Grace, a “wholesome journal” that showcases her array of interests. Kelsey lives in Michigan, but received her graduate and undergraduate degrees from Northwestern University, where she played varsity field hockey. You can follow her on Instagram @withalittlegrace_ for musings about style, relationships, mental health, and faith.
Using Work to Deal with Stress—And How to Stop
Recognizing when work turns into a coping mechanism
A Family Therapist’s Favorite Parenting Resources for Babies and Toddlers
Tips for intentional parenting
In a Culture That Prefers Peace, How Do We Communicate Directly?
Setting emotional boundaries to build up relationships
How Your Mom’s Style May Shape Yours
The memories of your childhood home may shape your current dwelling
Dealing with Disappointed Expectations in a Pandemic
Tips from a therapist on navigating change
What to Say (and Not Say) to Adoptive Families
Celebrating the gift of adoption with tips from a therapist
Is Eliminating ‘Toxic’ Relationships the Right Decision?
What it really means to have healthy boundaries
How to Improve Your Marriage Without Leaving the House
Social distancing-friendly tips from a therapist
Expert Tips for Maintaining Your Mental Health during the COVID-19 Panic
When routines are stripped away, consider the basics in your mental health foundation.
Turning Envy Within Friendships Into Self-Reflection
Feeling envious of a friend: what's a girl to do?
Five Ways Perfectionism Holds Us Back, and Four Ways to Let Go of It
Freeing yourself from unrealistic expectations
Why Breaking Up is So Hard, and How to Cope
There’s science behind a broken heart—but recovery is possible
Why We Need to Let Go of 'Shoulds' When It Comes to Our Emotions
Letting go of how we think we should feel allows us to fully feel and deal with our emotions
Valuable Lessons We Can Learn from Hoda Kotb’s Experience of Maternity Leave
Reflections on maternity leave that can be applicable to life beyond motherhood
The Best Gift My Husband and I Gave Each Other for Our Wedding
Putting our phones aside freed up our attention.
Learning to Recognize the Difference between Intent and Impact
Sometimes our words and actions don't land the way we intend
How to Break Up With Bailing Culture
And how learning to say "no" can protect our friendships, our stress levels, and our time
Designing a Capsule Wardrobe from the Textures and Patterns of Fall
Fact: fall is the best season for fashion.