Healing from trauma doesn’t mean forgetting the past or pretending it didn’t happen. It means changing how the past lives in you now, so it no longer defines your present or controls your future. Trauma therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. Some people begin by learning how to feel safe in their bodies again. Others are ready to […]
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is known for its structured, skills-based approach to helping people navigate intense emotions, strengthen relationships, and cope more effectively with life’s challenges. At the center of DBT is skills training—a practical, hands-on part of therapy that offers real tools for creating meaningful change. These skills are taught in both group and […]
If you’ve heard of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), you might think of it as just another form of talk therapy. But Comprehensive DBT is much more than weekly sessions—it’s a structured, evidence-based treatment model designed to help people make real, lasting changes in their lives. Comprehensive DBT is made up of four key components: individual […]
If something inside you knows it’s time to feel different—even if you’re not sure how or where to start—EMDR may be a good fit. Some people come to EMDR after years of therapy and insight. They understand their patterns-but they still feel stuck. Overwhelmed by emotional reactions, held back by shame, or hijacked by sensations […]
You care deeply about your relationship. That could be part of what makes it so hard. Even in moments that should feel close or safe, your nervous system might be on high alert — bracing for rejection, scanning for signs of pulling away, or questioning if something is wrong. It’s not that you don’t want […]
When Your Emotions Take Over: How “Checking the Facts” Helps You Respond Instead of React Have you ever had an emotion take you for a ride — only to realize later that the story behind it wasn’t quite true? “Maybe your friend didn’t respond, and you were sure they were upset. Or your partner seemed distracted, […]
Navigating relationships can be tough—especially when you’ve spent most of your life trying not to rock the boat. Maybe you’re the peacemaker, the one who gives in, the one who apologizes first (even when you’re not sure what went wrong). You might feel like you’re constantly walking a tightrope—trying to keep the other person happy […]
DBT Self-Soothe Skills: Find Comfort Through Your Five Senses When Everything Feels Too Much Some moments hit harder than others. A stressful conversation, a wave of anxiety, or just the weight of the day can leave you feeling raw and overstimulated. In those moments, it’s easy to reach for quick relief—doom scrolling, emotional eating, snapping […]
Distract to Survive the Moment: DBT’s ACCEPTS Skill for Intense Emotions There are moments when your emotions feel so big and overwhelming that staying present feels unbearable. Maybe you’re flooded with shame after an argument or drowning in anxiety about something you can’t control. You know acting on your urges won’t help—but doing nothing feels […]
Mindfulness for Everyday Life – How to Stop Missing the Moment Ever get somewhere and realize you have no idea how you got there? You drove the whole way home and barely remember the trip at all. Or maybe you’re halfway through a conversation, nodding, only to realize you weren’t listening. That’s a perfect example […]
