Learn how to cultivate mindful awareness, engage in body-positive activities, develop a self-care routine, and challenge negative thoughts. Explore the importance of limiting exposure to triggering content, seeking professional support, and surrounding yourself with positive influences. Find ways to nurture your body and mind, prioritize self-compassion, and embrace a holistic approach to wellbeing.

In this blog post, we explore effective coping mechanisms for navigating life transitions and embracing change and uncertainty. By acknowledging and honoring our emotions, practicing self-compassion, focusing on what we can control, seeking support, and cultivating mindfulness, we can navigate these transitions with greater ease and foster personal growth and resilience. Every transition is an opportunity for learning and transformation, and by embracing the journey, we can emerge stronger and more resilient than ever before.

Unresolved childhood trauma can manifest in various ways, affecting our emotional well-being, relationships, and overall quality of life. In this blog post, we will explore the concept of the inner child, the lasting effects of childhood trauma, and the journey of healing and reclaiming our inner selves.

As a therapist, I've seen firsthand how anxiety can impact a person's daily life. It can manifest in many different ways, from racing thoughts and heart palpitations to panic attacks and avoidance behaviors. While there is no one-size-fits-all solution for managing anxiety, there are coping skills that can help individuals take control of their symptoms and improve their overall well-being. Curious to learn what those are? Read on!

As a therapist, receiving our own personal therapy can be rather comforting and insightful. However, there are times when it becomes difficult to remove the therapist hat while being in the seat of the client. Read on to learn ways that you can benefit from your own personal therapy as a client while also being a practicing therapist.  

Imagine you’re wearing a pair of blue-tinted sunglasses. Everything that comes into your sight is, well, blue. You could be standing in a vast field of vibrant lavenders, or staring at the sunset on the beach. As long as you have those tinted sunglasses on, everything you see is going to match the color of your sunglasses.

Absence of or reduced motivation can serve as a significant barrier to completing necessary tasks. During these moments, the urge to procrastinate is often a chosen method to achieve short-term relief. Find out how you can increase motivation and reduce procrastination to become more productive. 

Many of us have learned throughout our lives that drinking is a normal part of being an adult. We drink when we get together with friends, when we have a good meal with the people we love, or when we are finally home after a long, stressful day. If you’re a person who drinks, you may at some point begin to question if and how alcohol is serving you, your health, and your relationships. Curious? Keep reading!

Many of us have learned throughout our lives that drinking is a normal part of being an adult. We drink when we get together with friends, when we have a good meal with the people we love, or when we are finally home after a long, stressful day. If you’re a person who drinks, you may at some point begin to question if and how alcohol is serving you, your health, and your relationships. Curious? Keep reading!

Do you feel alone and disconnected more than ever during this time of manufactured happiness? Chances are you are not alone. Let’s navigate this together. Click on the image to read on.

Daylight savings can feel like a challenging adjustment, and it's not uncommon to experience disturbances in sleep, mood, and energy levels. In order to minimize any adverse effects of "falling back," we invite you to try these strategies.

For many people who experience anxiety and overwhelm, it can feel extremely frustrating while in the experience. Typically, you become very aware of many different types of body sensations, such as a racing heart, shortness of breath, heat rising up your chest and face, and dizziness or nausea. The many thoughts racing around in your head can feel like they are pummeling the inside of your brain. Even if you are able to track what these thoughts are saying, they often feel extremely true in the moment. Click on the image to read more.