In 2023, we are no stranger to people discussing the recent increase of mental illnesses among teens. While it is true that increased stress, decreased connection, and a multitude of…
And, here we are again. That thing I promised I would never do again… yeah… that goal is out the window. And here I am sitting with the guilt and…
The room buzzed with conversation as my family and I sat down for dinner, excited to finally have everyone in the same room. The food smelled amazing as we passed…
Joanna believes in the power within each individual to heal, grow, and to find deep connection to a meaningful life. She is passionate about highlighting strengths in clients and to…
What do I do with overwhelming, intense emotions? Intense emotion brings intense urges to act quickly to change or satisfy the emotion. An intense fear response triggered in the sympathetic nervous system creates quick reactions, saving us from car crashes, falls, and many other near-misses. But there are times when acting on intense emotions just gets us in more trouble.
Many problematic patterns in living are related to either under-regulating or over-regulating emotions. Over time, habits of over or under-regulating our emotions can cause problems in our relationships and can contribute to depression and anxiety. Read on if you'd like to find out more about over and under-regulation. Where is your default? How is this impacting your life?
Emotions are more than a feeling—they are a complex system of interactions between mind, body, and environment. This involves things around us, our interpretations, body postures, facial expressions, and many other factors. We can learn to understand how to work with emotions instead of only reacting or suppressing, we unlock a powerful way to connect with what matters most. Then we are free to pursue our individual purpose with effectiveness and clarity.
There aren't many people that get excited about the thought of going to group therapy. Someone could rightfully ask, "Why would I choose to sit with a bunch of strangers,…
The Postpartum Support Group welcomes those who are struggling with Postpartum Depression and/or Anxiety to a safe, confidential, and non-judgmental space to learn and process together. We will cover topics…
We are so excited to be able to offer a DBT Skills Class for teens (14-18 years old/high school age). DBT is a treatment that helps people who experience severe…