New Year, Same Me? How radical self-acceptance can change your relationship with food
Guest post by Codie Suratt, MA, LPC, LMT originally posted January, 2022 Not Another Diet-Focused Blog Post The last thing I wanted to do when sitting down to write this was to focus on our never-ending obsession with weight. But let’s be honest, it’s a focus. And a big one. Especially at this time of […]
Tips to Reduce Anxiety and Stress When You Need Surgery
Guest post by Martha (Marty) Dennen, LCPC SEP Medical procedures such as surgeries can be anxiety-provoking and stressful. It can be difficult and scary to submit to needed procedures because it triggers fears of being out of control and of facing uncertain outcomes. Between the pre-test procedures, the surgery itself, and the never-quite-sure lengthy of […]
Balancing Your Needs with Others: A Guide to Creating Healthy Boundaries
Guest blog by Holly Miller, MA, LPC In any meaningful relationship boundaries are essential. This is the case for romantic relationships, familial relationships, friendship, or professional relationships. They’re not walls to keep others out, but rather doors that define where you end and another person begins. Despite this, one of the most common questions people […]
Emotion Regulation Through the Lens of Somatic Experiencing
Guest blog by Courtney Rolla, MA, LCPC, SEP In our fast-paced, high-demand world, emotional regulation often feels like a luxury. Many people seek to manage anxiety, anger, sadness, and overwhelm through mental strategies alone, such as positive affirmations, cognitive reframing, or sheer willpower. While these methods can help, they often bypass a crucial aspect […]
Narcissistic and Emotional Abuse
Guest blog by Karen Kuhlman, LSW, CADC Look at social media these days or read online news and you likely will be bombarded by stories about narcissism – a narcissistic ex, narcissistic parents, and even narcissistic pets. Narcissism has become a cultural phenomenon – an increasingly popular and jargonized buzzword in our Western culture. The […]