If telling your trauma story is preventing you from scheduling a session, this post is for you. You do not need to tell your trauma story to start the recovery process. In fact, if you’re not ready, telling your story can be re-traumatizing. I have worked with many...
A friend reached out to me yesterday who had been triggered and reminded of a tragic event from her childhood. (No, I don’t work with my friends, but I do offer suggestions, coping skills, etc., if that’s what they need.) When we’re a survivor of childhood trauma,...
Although remote counseling has been around pre-COVID, the circumstances surrounding COVID have made it much more popular. I have addressed some thoughts regarding online counseling. Feel free to reach out if you have any other questions! Effectiveness Compared to...
Are you struggling and need support, but are hesitant because you have never been to counseling? Do you struggle with anxiety and the thought of doing something different prompts your anxiety to spiral out of control? I’m here to support you and this is what you can...
I've written a few times recently about self-care, slowing down, and doing what resonates. So with that intention, and simple post today...a picture of what's on my nightstand. I'm finishing up "The Tipping Point" and ready to start "Welcome Home." "The Five Minute...
It’s been a long, difficult year for everyone. More like two or three long, difficult years. As we close out this year, regardless of how you celebrate, it’s time to give yourself some grace and take the time for some self-care. It’s okay to say no. Whether it’s an...
Stay Present Overthinking happens for different reasons but is typically a result of two different things. It can be from ruminating on thoughts from the past, things we wished we had done differently or gone a different way. The other reason is from thoughts about...
Journaling… Decreases anxiety and depression Writing in a journal has been shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety and feelings of depression. Reduces overthinking and ruminating Do you tend to overthink and ruminate? Do you get stuck in this state even though it doesn’t...
Put to-do items on your calendar If you find that your tasks languish on your to-do list, put them on your calendar. Without a specific date and time, we may subconsciously continuously question when are we to do a task, especially if there is no deadline. Use your...
Yesterday's post was on the use and effectiveness of affirmations and here are some suggested affirmations to use. Do you use affirmations? What are some of your favourites? Affirmations for anxiety: I am calm and at peace I am safe I choose positive thoughts I've got...