Now accepting Clients for Survivors Seeking Justice Counseling Group!! The purpose of this processing group is to provide a safe space for survivors of sexual violence. Within this space, survivors will have the opportunity to process the emotions and feelings associated with seeking justice as a survivor of sexual violence. This group includes but not…
Have you asked yourself this question since having a baby? I know I did after having my first child, and I have heard it asked many times in my office as a therapist supporting new moms. It can be really hard to know if what you are experiencing is “normal”, especially if you had certain…
For several of us, the holiday season offers a much-needed break from our chaotic lives at work, school, family activities, etc. It’s a time to enjoy old family traditions and start new ones. But for those who have experienced the death of a loved one, the two-month-long holiday season can be difficult or bittersweet. Emotions…
As a child as young as an infant to hormonal teens, many youths have witnessed or experienced traumatic events. Depending on our circumstances growing up there may or may not be the resources needed or available to adequately treat childhood trauma when it happens. Therefore, many people have entered into adulthood and all it has…
The National Eating Disorder Association predicts that one in four people diagnosed with and eating disorder also reports symptoms of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). In my anecdotal experience as a provider, if we expand our understanding of trauma beyond the bullet point diagnosis of PTSD, trauma co-occurs with eating disorders at much higher rates….
Trauma is a silent yet pervasive force that can shape our lives in ways we may not even realize. From the obvious symptoms of flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety, to the more subtle signs of emotional numbness and feelings of helplessness, trauma can manifest in a myriad of ways. Unfortunately, many of us struggle with…
Many of us are familiar with overthinking, but it’s often misunderstood. Overthinking is about something other than thinking too much but instead being stuck in a loop of thoughts that do not lead to any real answers. Think about it this way, overthinking is like getting lost in a maze, where there are dead-ends and…
Recognizing the need to get sober is one thing; knowing how to do so is quite another. While admitting that there is a problem is half the battle, there is still half the battle to go if the person wants to manage the problem and recover. Knowing what steps to take to get sober can…
The new year means starting therapy for many people, and a common question I get is, where do I even start? Here are a list of things to help: 1. Figure out if you want to use insurance or private pay. If going the insurance route, start with their website for a list of providers. Another option if…
Boundaries 101: An Intro to Taking Care of Yourself Boundaries are necessary for the healthy development of relationships with friends, partners, co-workers, and family. Therefore, learning to develop the right boundaries is needed. I often hear the statement, “My _________ says I need boundaries.” That can be a confusing statement because there are many things…