Emotional Numbness Explained: Causes, Symptoms, and How Therapy Helps
When life feels overwhelming, sometimes the mind protects us by going emotionally numb. You might feel detached, flat, or like you’re simply going through the motions. EMDR and IFS therapy offer powerful, evidence-based ways to heal emotional numbness by addressing its root causes. Through gentle, trauma-informed work, you can reconnect with your emotions, rebuild self-trust, and rediscover what it feels like to be fully alive, present, grounded, and open to joy again.
Building a Village From the Ground Up
When a popped tire derailed her self-care day, Sarah Zhukov was reminded of something far more essential, community. In Building a Village From the Ground Up, Sarah reflects on the messy, awkward, and often vulnerable journey of forming meaningful connections, especially as a military spouse stationed overseas. Through personal story and practical insight, she explores what it really takes to build a village: authenticity, courage, curiosity, and the willingness to go first. Whether you're starting over or strengthening the roots you've already planted, this piece invites you to show up bravely and build the support system you deserve.
Feel It To Heal It: Why Your Emotions Matter
Emotions are not our enemies; they are essential parts of who we are. Through therapy, we can learn to approach our feelings with curiosity, accept them as a valuable source of information, and navigate life with greater clarity and resilience.
Understanding OCD: Navigating the Intricacies of Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder
Concepts are much different than reality and articulating an experience will never be the same as living it. Everyone’s experience is shaped by their unique personality and life experiences. Regardless, one common thread experienced by those living with OCD is a feeling of discomfort that can’t quite be shaken or fully satisfied.
Navigating Adolescence: A Guide to Finding the Right Therapist for Your Teen
The teenage years can feel like an emotional rollercoaster—full of self-discovery, pressure, and uncertainty. Between academic stress, social challenges, and figuring out who they are, many teens feel like they’re carrying the weight of the world. For LGBTQ+ teens and those struggling with anxiety, depression, or perfectionism, this time can feel especially overwhelming.
The good news? Therapy can be a game-changer.
Support Your Loved One Through ERP Therapy and Life with OCD
Discover practical tips to support your loved one through Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy and life with OCD.