Understanding Attachment Anxiety: How It Affects Relationships—and What You Can Do About It
Attachment anxiety can leave you feeling unsure, overwhelmed, or constantly seeking reassurance in relationships. In this blog, we explore where attachment anxiety comes from, how it shows up in adult relationships, and how therapy can help you shift toward a more secure, connected way of relating—both to others and to yourself.
Understanding Social Anxiety: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Find Relief
Social anxiety is more than shyness or nervousness—it can shape how you show up in your relationships, work, and daily life. This blog explores what social anxiety is, why it develops, and how therapy can help you feel more grounded, empowered, and supported.
How Somatic Therapy Helps Ease Anxiety from the Inside Out
Anxiety doesn’t just live in your thoughts—it shows up in your body too. Somatic therapy offers a gentle, body-based approach to understanding and easing anxiety. In this post, I break down how it works, what to expect in a session, and why it can be so effective when other tools haven’t quite been enough.
The Deeper Reason Behind People-Pleasing (Hint: It’s Not Just About Being Nice)
People-pleasing often gets mistaken for simply being kind or agreeable. But beneath the surface, it can reflect a deeper struggle with self-worth—one that leaves you feeling drained, resentful, or unsure of who you are outside of meeting others’ expectations. In this blog, we explore how people-pleasing is often rooted in low self-esteem, where these patterns come from, and how to begin shifting them with more self-awareness, boundaries, and compassion.
Imposter Syndrome vs. Low Self-Esteem: Understanding the Key Differences and Overlap
Imposter syndrome and low self-esteem are common struggles that can impact your personal growth journey, often leaving you feeling inadequate. These issues are rooted in negative self-perceptions and the pressure to meet unrealistic standards, which can lead to anxiety, self-doubt, and emotional exhaustion. In this blog, we explore the key differences between imposter syndrome and low self-esteem, how they show up in your life, and most importantly, how you can begin to overcome them.