Deeply Rooted is a blog for troubled teens, struggling young adults, and their concerned parents and loved ones. Topics include deep, well-researched dives into strengthening attachment, learning new ways to cope or process difficult feelings and emotions, understanding perfectionism, and other mental wellness subjects. In general, my goal (me being Jennifer Trinkle, LMFT, former research librarian, writer, teen and young adult counselor, and owner of Jennifer Trinkle Therapy!) is to write articles that are warm, clear, and accessible. Ultimately, the reader should feel understood on a deeper level and hopeful about the future and their capacity to lead a full life despite their experiences.

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Topics I’ll be writing about in 2025-26 will include

• The need for connection and clarity that underlies the casual use of ChatGTP and other large language model AI systems as therapists

• Imposter syndrome and accepting that not only are we imperfect, but we can’t control how others perceive us

• The challenge of self-compassion and ways to cultivate it

• Is cutting off contact from family always the best option?

• Difficulty launching into the world of adulthood and what to do about it