Have you ever felt like you've done the work in therapy, but there's still something holding you back? Does it feel like you've spent significant time in counseling but can't seem to move past specific issues? You may have addressed previous surface-level issues, but sense that more profound insight and transformation are just out of your reach. If any of these sound familiar to you or if you're looking to gain additional insight and awareness into personal patterns, then Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy might be the key to unlocking deeper layers of healing for personal growth.

Attachment wounding refers to the emotional injuries we sustain when our early attachment needs are not met in healthy and secure ways. These wounds often originate in childhood relationships with caregivers and can leave lasting imprints on how we view ourselves, others, and the world.

If you’ve experienced trauma or struggle with low self-esteem, navigating the demands of the workplace can often feel overwhelming. You might find yourself replaying past painful experiences while trying to meet deadlines, interact with colleagues, or maintain a sense of control in a fast-paced environment.

Maybe you constantly criticize yourself or feel unworthy of love and respect. These feelings don’t come out of nowhere; they often stem from deeply rooted negative core beliefs. These subconscious thoughts shape how you view yourself, others, and the world, feeding anxiety and crippling self-esteem.

As the New Year approaches, many of us set resolutions—big, ambitious goals to transform our lives. But for those grappling with anxiety or low self-esteem, the pressure to change can feel overwhelming. What if you could approach your resolutions differently this year? SMART goals are a habit-building tool that offer a practical, structured way to make meaningful changes while fostering confidence and reducing anxiety.

The holiday season can bring joy, but for many including individuals with a history of trauma, it may also trigger stress, feelings of overwhelm, or painful memories. Understanding how to approach the holidays through a trauma-informed lens can help you feel more grounded and in control.

Election season can feel overwhelming. The nonstop news, heated debates, and constant reminders of what’s at stake can make even the calmest person feel on edge. If you’re finding it hard to manage anxiety or stress during this time, you’re not alone. Many people struggle to stay grounded when emotions are high, and the future feels uncertain.

We've all been there – tossing and turning in bed, staring at the clock, and anxiously calculating how many hours of sleep we can still get if we just fall asleep right now. Poor sleep affects our mood, concentration, and energy levels, creating a vicious cycle of sleepless nights and groggy days. If you struggle with insomnia, good sleep hygiene can be an essential piece of your journey to restful sleep.

Feeling like you're not good enough or worthless can be a heavy burden to carry. These negative beliefs often stem from past experiences and can affect daily life. Keep reading to discover how these negative core beliefs influence our daily lives and impact our overall moods.

Do you constantly find that you compare yourself to others? Do you feel like nothing you ever do is good enough? Does it seem that you can't improve your confidence no matter how hard you can't or what you accomplish?

Feeling like you're not good enough or worthless can be a heavy burden to carry. These negative beliefs often stem from past experiences and can affect daily life. Keep reading to discover how these negative core beliefs influence our daily lives and impact our overall moods.

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful counseling approach that harnesses our brain’s natural abilities to heal and find wellness. Originally designed to treat trauma, EMDR has since been extensively researched and proven effective for a wide range of mental health issues, including but not limited to: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Generalized Anxiety Disorder, Social Anxiety Disorder, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Panic Disorder, Agoraphobia, Major Depressive Disorder, complex trauma, and specific phobias. Not sure if you fit any of the above diagnoses but know that you want to feel better? EMDR is an effective & holistic therapy approach that can help you leave behind the negative core beliefs that keep you feeling stuck.

Do you find yourself tossing and turning instead of quickly falling asleep like everyone else? Do you struggle to fall or stay asleep, no matter how tired you are? Does it feel like you’ve tried every possible option for getting a good night’s rest? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then you know the toll insomnia can take.
By definition, insomnia is a sleep disorder that prevents us from achieving quality rest on a regular basis. It can be acute (in response to a stressful life event) or chronic over time.

Do you describe yourself as anxious, restless, or fearful? Do you live in fear that panic will strike and ruin your day? Anxiety, fear, jitters, apprehension, nervousness, unease, tension- regardless of how you might describe the feelings, we all experience anxiety from time to time. However, when anxiety gets in the way of our lives or leaves us feeling out of sorts, it can mean that anxiety has become a problem.

Merriam-Webster defines imposter syndrome as "a psychological condition characterized by persistent doubt concerning one's abilities or accomplishments accompanied by the fear of being exposed as a fraud despite evidence of one's ongoing success." In layman's terms, imposter syndrome frequently refers to the anxiety of feeling fraudulent in what one does. For example, someone experiencing imposter syndrome may feel as if they are a phony, even if they have adequate training & experience in what they do.

“People pleaser” is a description that most of us have heard before. While there is nothing inherently wrong with wanting to make the people we love happy, when the price is our well-being, people-pleasing can have harmful effects. Whether or not you describe yourself as such, people-pleasing can leave you feeling lonely, misunderstood, and unimportant.

While there is value in living in the present moment, most of us spend a good deal of time thinking about our past. Whether it's our recent past or events that occurred years ago, for better or worse the past shapes us in ways that are sometimes difficult to understand. Unfortunately, we are not solely impacted by our past positive experiences and are frequently also shaped by past the negative ones.