Overcoming emotional/binge-eating
Oftentimes people use emotional eating as a form of self-soothing without even realizing it. At times this can spiral into binge-eating which leads to further distress and frustration.
Why am I eating when I'm not even hungry?
Do you ever find yourself in a situation where you're eating even when you know that your body doesn't need the extra nourishment?
Breaking free from the cycle of perfectionism and people-pleasing
Breaking free from this cycle can be a difficult and ongoing process, but it is possible with the right tools and support.
The Perfect Storm: How perfectionism and people-pleasing lead to mental and physical health challenges
Perfectionism and people-pleasing behaviors may seem harmless, but they can lead to significant challenges that affect both the mind and body.
Understanding the connection between perfectionism and people-pleasing
If you are a perfectionist, you may tend to set extremely high standards for yourself and those around you. You may also be overly critical when those standards are unmet.
The myth that you can’t take a break
This myth suggests that taking a break is a sign of weakness, and that resting or slowing down will negatively impact productivity and success.
The Busyness Trap for High Achievers
Behind this apparent superhuman work ethic often lies a deep-rooted difficulty and discomfort with taking breaks and resting.
What is High-Functioning Anxiety?
People who experience high-functioning anxiety may appear to others as super successful and composed - like they’ve got it all together.
Relationship challenges for Highly Sensitive Persons
As a highly sensitive person, you may find it challenging to express your emotions and thoughts.
How is life experienced by a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)?
High sensitivity can also be more likely to develop if a person grows up in an overstimulating setting, like a dysfunctional household or a busy city.
Who is the Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)?
As a highly sensitive person, you can feel alone in this world. Our society doesn't appreciate sensitivity traits and might even tell you to hide them.
Common trauma therapies & supports for PTSD & C-PTSD
Trauma therapies are designed to address the physical, emotional, and cognitive symptoms that can result from exposure to trauma.
How is Complex Trauma (C-PTSD) similar to or different from PTSD?
C-PTSD is very similar to PTSD, but it is more complex and has more far-reaching effects on a person's emotional, psychological, and relationship health.
How childhood trauma (C-PTSD) affects attachment and relationships
If you were hurt physically or emotionally as a child, you might develop symptoms like anxiety, depression, hypervigilance, and difficulty or an inability to connect with others.
If I have an insecure attachment, can I ever feel securely attached to someone?
It’s absolutely possible to find a secure, connected, emotionally safe relationship with a friend, family member, or partner.
How your attachment style affects your friendships & dating life
Attachment theory primarily came out of research between infants and caregivers, so what does attachment style have anything to do with your adult relationships, you may ask?
What do you mean by “Attachment Style”?
You’ve seen “attachment” show up more and more in social media, but what does it really mean?
What is a therapy Intensive, and why should I consider one?
You have options beyond the traditional model of therapy that help you feel better, faster.
What is counseling or therapy?
What’s the difference between the two, and how can it help me?
Starting a new relationship around Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day can bring up a lot feelings of pressure and anxieties of uncertain expectations.