Do you ever find yourself caught in a whirlwind of “what if” thoughts? You know, those anxious phrases playing on repeat in your mind: “What if something terrible happens?” or “What if I can’t handle it?” This pattern of worst-case-scenario thinking, often called catastrophizing, can weigh heavily on your mental health and rob you […]
By: Rachel Cooper, MS, LPC-Associate Supervised by Amber Quaranta Leech, PHD, LPC-S Amority Health – Blog – Shifting Perceptions The holidays can feel overwhelming, even for those used to managing everything with precision. If you’re a high-achieving adult, it’s easy to get caught in the cycle of “I have to do it all” […]
The holiday season is often portrayed as a joyful time filled with warmth, celebration, and cherished traditions. However, for many with past trauma, these same holiday traditions can become unexpected triggers, activating painful memories and emotional reactions that seem hard to control. Understanding why this happens and learning thoughtful ways to respond can empower […]
Whole-Person Healing: Where Psychology Meets the Wisdom of the Body At A-to-Z Psychology and Resilience Imperative, we see healing as a full-spectrum process; one that honours intellect, emotion, and embodiment. Traditional psychology affords us insight, the ability to understand our patterns and reshape our thinking. Somatic and yoga therapies offer integration, the ability to feel, […]
I know that reaching out for therapy can take courage. If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve been carrying a lot — trying to hold it together, showing up for others, while wondering when it might be your turn to feel supported. You don’t have to do it alone. I work with adults and young […]
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I fully support the American Counseling Association’s reaffirmed stance against conversion therapy. The ACA’s recent statement, issued alongside its participation in Chiles v. Salazar before the U.S. Supreme Court, makes something very clear: efforts to change a person’s sexual orientation or gender identity are not therapy. They are harm disguised as help. […]
Over the years, I have observed the power of suggestion. Stop for a moment to consider the power of words as one method of conveying suggestions. Using words, a politician conveys an agenda. Using words, a salesperson sells goods. Using words, a teacher teaches. Using words thoughts are imparted from one person to another or […]
For many empaths and survivors of narcissistic abuse, stepping into your full power in business, relationships, and life can feel like an overwhelming challenge. The weight of shame, victimhood, and self-doubt often keeps us hiding, waiting for the moment we feel “good enough” to show up. Today, I experienced a profound shift in healing deep […]
For many women, particularly highly sensitive empaths, stepping into entrepreneurship can feel like an uphill battle. The journey is often tangled with deep-seated patterns of shame, codependency, and victimization—especially for those who’ve endured narcissistic abuse or complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD). These wounds can make you question your worth, hesitate to show up fully, or […]
Have you ever felt like your story isn’t enough? Maybe you’re a therapist wondering if your niche is too specific, or you’re on a healing journey, questioning if your process measures up. Here’s the truth: your healing doesn’t need anyone’s approval. It’s yours, deeply personal, and powerful enough to guide you to what I call […]
