Therapy Blog
Thoughts from a therapist on anxiety, trauma, embodied living, and mental health
Perfectionism and Procrastination: Two Sides of the Same Coin
We often treat perfectionism and procrastination as opposing traits. One is about overachieving, the other about avoiding. One gets praised, the other judged. But in truth, these two patterns are...
What Is the Fawn Response? Understanding People-Pleasing as a Trauma Response
Most of us have heard of the body’s stress responses: fight, flight, or freeze. These are the ways our nervous system reacts to danger or overwhelm, either by confronting it, escaping it, or shutting down. But there’s one more response that’s often misunderstood or...
Understanding IFS: A Compassionate Approach to Anxiety
Anxiety is something most of us know all too well—it shows up as racing thoughts, physical tension, worry about the future, and sometimes a relentless inner critic. We often see anxiety as a nuisance, frustrating, or an enemy we need to get rid of. But what if we...
Did You Grow Up Taking Care of Everyone Else? That Might Be Fueling Your Anxiety
The experience of taking care of everyone else and growing up too fast is a concept often described in therapy as “parentified.” This can be tricky as being mature is often praised and seen as a good thing. But what is the flip side of taking care of everyone else and...
Emotions as Allies: A Guide to Understanding and Embracing Our Emotions
Emotions are at the heart of human experience. They color our interactions, influence our decisions, and shape our mental and physical well-being. Yet, understanding what emotions truly are—and how they work—has been a centuries-long journey. Enter the field of...