Work is a place of resource for many people. It gives us a sense of purpose, much needed structure, brain stimulation, contact with others, and income for our needs and wants. Work can also be stressful. That’s ok too. Our systems can handle temporary stress, whether it is meeting a deadline or giving a scary … Read more
Do you notice that you are trying to live your life but your parents’ ideas are influencing you, even though you are an adult?
Do you let your parents’ comments influence your opinion of your romantic partner?
Enmeshment is a psychological term that describes a blurring, or lack of, boundaries between people.
Does your partner experience anxiety? Is your social life taking a hit because your partner has too much anxiety to even think about socializing? You want to be able to know what to do when you partner is having a panic attack, right? Partners of people with anxiety often say to me that they feel … Read more
“There it is again. That’s right. I’m back where I started. I’m never going to change.” “I thought I had stopped having panic attacks. And then I just had another one today. Why can’t I get past this?” “I had worked on my rage and hadn’t had another episode in so long. And then … Read more
At this time of year I hear from a lot of people trying to create the PERFECT holiday project. At first it starts out well. You’re crafting, perhaps with your kids, and it feels good. REALLY GOOD. Like caffeine surging through your body, giving you life. And then inevitably SOMETHING HAPPENS. You know where this is going. The handmade … Read more
Do you notice that you worry about things a lot? Do you tend to catastrophize things in your head? It can be helpful to think of our Worrier as a part of us. The Worrier is working really hard these days. It’s working in overdrive. And it’s getting you into trouble and causing you stress. … Read more
Every client has their own unique experiences. That is a given. But if I could pinpoint a common thread I hear in many of my clients’ stories it would be the story of how anxiety hijacked their life. Some anxiety is normal and healthy– we need that little bit of fear/activation to get us out … Read more