Why High Achievers Struggle to Accept Compliments Published July 18, 2026 Austin, TX Written By: Rachel Cooper, MS, LPC Associate Supervised by Dr. Amber Quaranta Leech, LPC-S “You did a great job.” “Thanks… but it really wasn’t that difficult.” You finish a presentation, and a colleague compliments […]
How Christian Counseling Can Bring Back Hope and Change Your World Life can feel overwhelming at times. Whether it’s the weight of personal struggles, broken relationships, grief, or uncertainty about the future, it’s easy to lose sight of hope. In those moments, we often long for guidance that not only addresses our emotional and mental […]
In a world where emotional wounds can feel overwhelming and hope sometimes seems out of reach, Accelerated Experiential Dynamic Psychotherapy (AEDP) offers a path toward deep healing and renewed optimism. Developed by Dr. Diana Fosha, AEDP is grounded in the belief that within every person lies an innate capacity for resilience, growth, and transformation—no matter […]
Healing Beyond Words: Integrating Somatic Therapy, EMDR, ACT, and aspects of PRT for Trauma Recovery When it comes to healing from trauma, there’s no one-size-fits-all approach. Our minds and bodies hold onto experiences in unique ways, and the path to recovery often requires more than just talking about what happened. That’s where integrative therapy approaches—like Somatic […]
Most people who say “everyone has a little ADHD” are not trying to be dismissive. Usually, they are trying to relate. They recognize something familiar: getting distracted, procrastinating, losing track of time, forgetting an appointment, or struggling to start a task. And honestly, those experiences are relatable. Most people have had moments where their attention, […]
Looking for a postpartum support group in New York, New Jersey, or a PSYPACT state? The Fourth Trimester is a 12-week virtual therapy group for moms in the first year postpartum. Beginning in late September 2026, this therapist-led group is designed to help you feel supported, connected, and understood during one of life’s biggest transitions. […]
There’s a particular kind of discomfort that comes when you’re growing — and you can’t quite name it. You’re doing everything right on the outside. You’re showing up, performing, achieving. But something inside is restless. Something is asking: Is this really who I am? That discomfort isn’t a problem to fix. It’s an invitation. It’s […]
So, you’ve heard of Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and you’re wondering what the deal is with these two. Am I right? Don’t worry — I’ve been there. I’ve actually been on both sides of the couch with these therapies, so let me break it down for you. The […]
If you’ve been carrying the weight of trauma, anxiety, painful memories, or experiences that seem to keep resurfacing no matter how hard you try to move forward, you’re not alone. Many people come to therapy feeling exhausted by the impact these experiences have on their daily lives, relationships, and sense of well-being. I’m Lexi Eller, […]
You’re Trained to Respond to Emergencies—But You’re Human Too. As first responders, you’re often the first on scene when someone is having the worst day of their life. You train for the chaos, the crisis, and the unknown. What often gets overlooked is the impact those experiences can have on you long after the call […]
