Therapy Blog
Thoughts from a therapist on anxiety, trauma, embodied living, and mental health
Why Do I Feel Like Something Is Wrong With Me?
Shame is not who you are. It is what you learned. Shame often feels deeply personal. It shows up as a quiet but persistent sense that something is wrong with us at our core. Not just that we...
When The Holidays Feel Emotionally Complicated
Why time with family can trigger old patterns The holidays often come with an unspoken emotional weight. Even when we genuinely want to connect, spending time with family can reopen old wounds or activate familiar patterns of behavior. You may notice yourself...
6 Reasons Rest Feels Like a Threat: the Anxiety Behind Slowing Down
For many of us rest feels like a threat, but that anxiety has roots. Let’s break down six reasons why rest can feel uncomfortable.
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...