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If you are trying to be Superman, have you ever stopped to wonder why?
I have had many sessions with clients (mainly men) on a concept for which they struggle to overcome. That is, trying (and usually failing) to be Superman in our everyday lives. I believe at some point in our lives, we want to be a hero or at least experience something which identifies us as heroic. […]
Are You Feeling Stressed? This Brain Science Discovery Might Help You Become More Resilient
Feeling Stressed? Here are 7 Neuro-Science Backed Ways to Become More Resilien Understanding the effects of our past can help us deal with stress both now and into the future. Gleaning from the study of brain formation and function, neuroscience has discovered what is known as a pattern of stress which can help us become […]
Self-Care vs. Self-Soothing: What’s the Difference (and Why It Matters)?
“Practice self-care” is common advice—especially when life feels overwhelming. But not everything we call self-care is actually care. Sometimes it’s self-soothing: a quick way to calm discomfort in the moment. Both self-care and self-soothing have a place in emotional wellness. The key is knowing which one you’re using—and whether it’s helping you heal or simply […]
When your child says the words you carried silently
“I can’t do anything right. There’s something wrong with me.” My daughter said these words quietly, almost as if she didn’t want me to hear them. But I did. And the moment I did, something in my chest cracked open. I knew that feeling. I’d carried it my entire childhood. I thought I’d escaped. I’d […]
What’s Keeping You Stuck?: Understanding Attachment Styles and How to Find Security | Amority Health
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 […]
Why Therapy Intensives Can Be More Effective Than Traditional Weekly Therapy
TL;DR: Therapy intensives offer extended, focused time to explore your inner world without the time pressure of traditional weekly sessions. Instead of stopping just as deeper emotions begin to surface, intensives allow the therapeutic process to unfold more fully. This format can be especially effective for trauma-focused approaches like EMDR therapy and Internal Family Systems. […]
The Difference Between EMDR and ART
Trauma therapy has evolved significantly over the past few decades, and today there are several effective approaches designed to help people process painful memories and move forward with their lives. Two therapies that are often discussed together are Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). Both approaches use eye movements and […]
8 Practical Ways to Reduce Stress When Life Feels Overwhelming
Stress is a natural part of life, but when it begins to feel constant or overwhelming it can affect both our mental and physical wellbeing. Many people experience periods where responsibilities, work, relationships, or life changes create pressure that feels difficult to manage. While stress cannot always be avoided, there are practical strategies that can […]
The Essential Mental Health Day
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