Fights Are Rarely About What You’re Fighting About Fights are normal. Most couples come into therapy convinced they know why they argue. The dishes. The money. The children. The in-laws. The lack of intimacy. The text message that wasn’t answered. Those may be the topics of the argument, but they’re rarely the reason the argument […]
High functioning anxiety can look calm on the outside while feeling overwhelming on the inside. Many women appear organized, successful, dependable, and composed while quietly carrying a level of stress that feels impossible to keep up with. You might handle work, relationships, and responsibilities well, but you may feel restless, tense, or exhausted beneath the […]
When everything feels heavy, it can be hard to name what’s actually going on. You might say you’re stressed. Or burned out. Or just tired. But sometimes, there’s something deeper underneath it all. Understanding the difference between stress, burnout, and trauma isn’t about labeling yourself. It’s about getting closer to the kind of support that […]
The Role of Self-Awareness in Change: Your First Step Toward Growth | Amority Health Published June 22, 2026 Austin, TX Written By: Rachel Cooper, MS, LPC Associate Supervised by Dr. Amber Quaranta Leech, LPC-S Quick Summary: Change can feel daunting, overwhelming, or even impossible but the key to meaningful growth often […]
I was on a podcast recently (Airdrie Inside, if you want to track it down) and the host asked me to explain EMDR. I reached for the metaphor I always reach for, because it works: think of the way your mind processes experience like a paper shredder quietly running in the background. Most of […]
Sometimes we know that a belief is no longer helping us—and still cannot seem to let it go. It may sound like: “I have to handle everything myself.” “If I make a mistake, people will think I am incapable.” “If I set a boundary, they will leave.” “I need to know exactly what will happen […]
Why Setting Boundaries Feels Guilty for High Achievers (and How to Shift It) | Amority Health Published June 14, 2026 Austin, TX Written By: Rachel Cooper, MS, LPC Associate Supervised by Dr. Amber Quaranta Leech, LPC-S For high-achieving adults, saying “no” can feel uncomfortable, even impossible. Boundaries are often mistaken for […]
Happy Pride, Denver! 🌈✨This month is a vibrant reminder of the brilliance, resilience, and joy within our LGBTQIA+ communities. Pride is a celebration of identity, connection, and the freedom to live boldly and authentically — and that deserves to be honored loudly. In my practice, I celebrate queer and trans clients every day by offering […]
Why High Achievers Struggle With Rest: Understanding Burnout, Guilt, and Overfunctioning | Amority Health June 7, 2026 Austin, TX Written By: Rachel Cooper, MS, LPC Associate Supervised by Dr. Amber Quaranta Leech, LPC-S Why Rest Feels So Hard for High Achievers For many high-achieving adults, rest doesn’t feel restorative, it […]
Is It Introversion or Avoidance? How to Tell the Difference | Shifting Perceptions | Amority Health Written By: Rachel Cooper, MS, LPC Associate Supervised by Dr. Amber Quaranta Leech, LPC-S Is It Introversion or Avoidance? We all say no sometimes; skip plans, leave early, or prefer quiet time. But how do you […]
