Anxiety and depression are two of the most common mental health struggles people face. If you’ve ever found yourself trapped in a cycle of constant worry, we get it. Perhaps you’re feeling like you can’t shake the heaviness, or struggling to find joy in life? Well, you’re not alone. Both anxiety and depression can make … Read more
Deciding on the right type of therapy can be overwhelming, especially when you’re facing emotional pain or trauma. You want a therapy that feels like it will truly help, but there are so many options to choose from! EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy has helped countless people process trauma and emotional wounds, but … Read more
Trauma has a way of leaving marks, even when they’re invisible to the outside world. You might not see a scar, but the pain is there, affecting the way someone feels, thinks, and navigates through their day. Trauma doesn’t just stay in the past—it shows up in the present, weaving its way into relationships, work, … Read more
How Trauma Manifests Physically When we think of trauma, it’s easy to focus on its emotional toll—feelings like fear, sadness, or anger. But trauma doesn’t just live in our minds. It takes up residence in our bodies, too. Have you ever noticed tight shoulders, a racing heart, or unexplained fatigue after a stressful experience? That’s … Read more
Okay, we’ll be honest—Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) does sound a little strange if you’re not in the mental health field. Eye movements? Trauma healing? How does that even work? You’re not alone in wondering! Let’s break it down step by step, in a way that makes sense and feels approachable. What Exactly Is … Read more
When you think about trauma therapy, what comes to mind? If you’re considering therapy for the first time or have heard mixed things from others, it can feel overwhelming. There are a lot of misconceptions out there about what therapy really involves and how it can help. Unfortunately, these myths can keep people from seeking … Read more
The holiday season can be a challenging time for many, but for those grappling with betrayal trauma, it can feel particularly overwhelming. If you’re facing the aftermath of infidelity, sex addiction, or porn addiction in your relationship, know that you’re not alone. As a trainee of Association of Partners of Sex Addicts Trauma Specialist (APSATS), … Read more
October brings awareness to many important causes, but one that often remains in the shadows is Pregnancy and Infant Loss Awareness. For those who have experienced this type of loss, this month can be a bittersweet mix of emotions—both a sense of connection with others who understand, and a resurfacing of grief and pain. As … Read more
Grief is a universal experience, yet it manifests uniquely for each person. When we talk about loss, it’s essential to understand that the circumstances surrounding it significantly influence the grieving process. As a mental health therapist in the West County area, I’ve seen firsthand the distinct challenges that come with sudden loss compared to anticipated … Read more
Written by Missouri Doula, Danica Wolf, MSW When on the journey of trying to conceive (TTC), almost nothing else going on matters. Yes life has to keep moving, but it can feel like life is moving around you while you are just standing still. Whether you have been trying to conceive for a relatively short … Read more