People Pleasing & The Fawn Response

Have you ever said “yes” when you really meant “no,” apologized for things that weren’t your fault, or put someone else’s comfort ahead of your own? These can be signs of the fawn response, one way the nervous system reacts to perceived threat. What Is the Fawn...

Self Compassion

We’re often our own worst critics and the negative impacts are insidious and can be quite deep. That critical voice is the one that says, “Why can’t you just get it together?” or “Everyone else is doing better than you.” The inner critic and might seem like it’s...

Understanding Burnout

 Burnout has become a hallmark of modern life. Whether due to work pressure, daily demands, or the pursuit of perfection, it can affect anyone. But what exactly is burnout, why does it happen, and how can we recover? What Is Burnout? Burnout is more than feeling tired...

Trauma

What to Look for in a Trauma Therapist, Brain Processes, and the Window of Tolerance Explained Research shows that one of the largest factors for positive outcomes in therapy is the relationship between the therapist and client. Still, when looking for a trauma...