EMDR Therapy Intensives for Burnout and Trauma: A Deeper Path to Healing If you’re a woman feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and emotionally exhausted, you’re not alone. Many of the women I work with are: On the outside, you look capable. On the inside, your nervous system feels like it never shuts off. Burnout isn’t always about…
A Tree Doesn’t Apologize for Being a Tree Have you ever noticed how a tree doesn’t try to be anything other than a tree? It doesn’t rush to grow. It bends with the wind. It rests in winter and blooms in spring. And somehow, it always knows just what to do next. In other words…
Hit Reset by Savoing Small Moments Life moves quickly, and in the hustle and bustle of everyday responsibilities, we often overlook the small moments that can bring us peace and healing. Yet, these small moments—like a warm hug from a loved one, the feeling of your pet’s love, or the beauty of a sunset—can be…
Boundaries Aren’t Selfish: The Oxygen Mask Rule for Wellness I want to talk to you about something very near and dear to my heart personally and professionally—the difference between setting a boundary and being selfish. Because it is very imporant to know that boundaries aren’t selfish! As a therapist, I work with a lot of…
The Quiet Cost of Making Yourself Smaller Why Women and Minorities Often Shrink Themselves in a World That Expects It I was in the very crowded Seattle airport recently when it hit me again. Dragging my bag through the terminal, I found myself twisting sideways, shrinking my shoulders, sidestepping people as if I were a…
Finding Freedom: Healing Religious Trauma While Living in the Bible Belt For many people here in the Bible Belt, religious culture is not just a part of life—it is life. Churches often sit on every corner, and faith-based language is woven into daily conversations, school systems, politics, and social expectations. For some, this environment offers…
The Hidden Harm of Toxic Positivity: Why “Good Vibes Only” Isn’t Always Good Have you ever been told to “just stay positive” when you were struggling? If so, you’ve experienced toxic positivity—this idea that we should always be happy, no matter what. While positivity can be a powerful tool, forcing ourselves (or others) to be…
Are You a Dog or Cat When It Comes to Boundaries Are you a dog or a cat when it comes to how you set boundaries? I want you to imagine two very different animals: a dog and a cat. The dog is loving, eager, and always by your side, ready to please. If you…
Adult ADHD and How Do You Thrive With It Have you ever felt like your brain is running a marathon while everyone else is walking? Do you struggle to focus, stay organized, or finish tasks, no matter how hard you try? If so, you might have Adult ADHD (Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder)—and you’re not alone. Many adults…
Feeling Bullied by Politics? Take Back Your Peace and Power Have you felt overwhelmed, exhausted, or even bullied by politics in today’s climate? You’re not alone. Every day, it seems like the news, social media, and even personal conversations are filled with tension, division, and strong opinions. It can feel like you’re constantly being pushed…