He came to me as a complete skeptic. Therapy, hypnotherapy, breathwork—it all sounded a bit “out there” to him. It was a family member who suggested he book a call with me. His main struggles were anxiety, constant self-consciousness, and a relentless inner critic that made him feel like he wasn’t good enough. He constantly […]
What’s Keeping You Stuck?: Understanding Attachment Styles and How to Find Security | Amority Health Written By: Rachel Cooper, MS, LPC-Associate Supervised by Amber Quaranta Leech, PHD, LPC-S This article was originally published on Amority Health’s Blog – Shifting Perceptions: Read the original article Quick Summary: Sometimes, the patterns that keep us feeling stuck […]
As a clinician, my primary goal is to help clients experience meaningful relief in a way that feels safe, empowering, and respectful of their pace. Over the years, I’ve trained in and utilized a variety of evidence-based approaches, always paying close attention to what truly helps clients move forward, not just intellectually, but emotionally and […]
How to Stop Taking Things Personally: Reclaiming Your Peace Through a Shift in Perception | Amority Health By: Rachel Cooper, MS, LPC-Associate Supervised by Amber Quaranta Leech, PHD, LPC-S This article was originally published on Amority Health’s Blog – Shifting Perceptions: Read the original article Quick Summary: Have you ever felt gutted by […]
I have been remiss to not yet mention play as self-care. It was staring me right in the face, but I had not yet named it. Self-care is play and play is self-care. Enjoyment. Fun. Geeking out on whatever lights you up. There are all types of play. The play you schedule. The play you […]
Many of us struggle daily with a relentless inner voice that criticizes, doubts, and undermines our worth. This “inner critic” can fuel anxiety, shame, and self-doubt, making it difficult to experience peace and joy. If you’ve ever found yourself trapped by negative self-talk, you’re not alone—and there is hope. At Restoring You Christian Counseling, […]
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The start of a new year often carries an unspoken pressure to “start over,” to be better, stronger, or more accomplished than before. For many African American individuals and families, however, the concept of *new beginnings* is more complex. It is shaped by history, cultural resilience, generational responsibility, and lived experiences with systemic stressors. As […]
Perimenopause and menopause are natural transitions – but for many women, they can feel anything but natural. Yes, we hear plenty about hot flashes and night sweats. What’s talked about far less are the inner experiences: the sudden anxiety that seems to come out of nowhere, the brain fog that makes simple tasks feel harder, […]
Choosing a therapist can feel overwhelming. A quick Google search brings up endless options — CBT, EMDR, somatic therapy, breathwork, hypnotherapy, trauma-informed, holistic, transpersonal — and many people are left wondering: How do I know what’s right for me? What’s interesting is that people today aren’t just searching for “therapy” anymore. They’re searching for specific […]
