The Blog
Therapy Insights for anxiety, self-esteem, young adulthood, somatic therapy, and nervous system health. Written by a Somatic Therapist offering in-person and online care across California and Arizona.
The Somatic Approach to Feeling Tired but Wired
Feeling “tired but wired”? Learn how somatic therapy helps calm your nervous system, release tension, and restore balance from the inside out.
Have You Been Living in Survival Mode?
If you’ve been running on empty, always bracing for what might go wrong, or unable to release your body into rest, you might be living in survival mode. This post unpacks what survival mode really is, how it shows up in daily life, and why your nervous system might still be stuck there.
How Avoidance Reinforces Anxiety—and How Therapy Interrupts It
Avoidance might seem like a short-term fix for anxiety, but over time, it makes anxious thoughts and feelings even stronger. In this blog, we’ll unpack how avoidance reinforces anxiety and how therapy can gently help you face what you’ve been avoiding.
6 Tips for Helping Someone with Anxiety
Anxiety is a normal human experience, but when it becomes overwhelming, it can affect daily life in big ways. In this post, we’ll explore six supportive, research-backed ways you can show up for someone who’s struggling with anxiety.
Therapist-Recommended Sleep Hygiene Tips for Anxiety
Anxious thoughts can make it nearly impossible to fall or stay asleep. In this blog, I share therapist-recommended sleep hygiene tips to help you wind down, ease nighttime anxiety, and finally get the rest your body is craving.
Releasing Stress with Somatic Therapy
Ever wonder how movement, breath, and body awareness could ease your stress? Somatic therapy offers a fresh path to healing—read on to learn more.
Understanding How Social Media Shapes Our Self-Esteem
Social media is a big part of everyday life — but it can quietly take a toll on your self-esteem. This blog explores how online comparison, validation, and influencer culture can affect your confidence, and what you can do to protect it.
How Nature Helps Soothe Anxiety: Why Time Outside Can Bring You Back to Center
Nature has a way of slowing us down and helping us breathe more deeply—especially when anxiety takes over. In this blog, we explore how time outside supports nervous system regulation, eases overstimulation, and offers a gentle return to presence.
How Relationships Change in Young Adulthood (And What to Do About It)
Your 20s can bring exciting changes and some confusing ones, especially in your relationships. This blog explores how friendships, family ties, and romantic connections evolve in young adulthood, and how to stay grounded through it all.
How Moving Your Body Can Help Calm Your Mind: The Connection Between Exercise and Anxiety Relief
Movement doesn’t have to be intense to be healing. In this blog, we explore how exercise supports nervous system regulation, eases anxiety symptoms, and helps you come back to yourself—one step, stretch, or breath at a time.
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 to yourself and others.
Understanding Social Anxiety: What It Is, Why It Happens, and How to Find Relief
Social anxiety isn’t just shyness—it can quietly shape how you move through relationships, work, and daily life. In this blog, we explore what social anxiety really is, why it develops, and how therapy can help you feel more grounded, confident, 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 led to lasting change.
The Deeper Reason Behind People-Pleasing (Hint: It’s Not Just About Being Nice)
People-pleasing often goes deeper than just being kind—it can reflect a struggle with self-worth that leaves you feeling drained or disconnected from yourself. This blog explores how those patterns are often rooted in low self-esteem and what it takes to shift them with more awareness, boundaries, and self-compassion.
How ACT Differs From CBT in Treating Anxiety
CBT and ACT are both effective for treating anxiety, but they take very different paths. This blog breaks down the key differences, including ACT’s unique focus on values, acceptance, and mindful action.
Imposter Syndrome vs. Low Self-Esteem: Understanding the Key Differences and Overlap
Imposter syndrome and low self-esteem are common struggles that leave us feeling inadequate. 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.
The Anxiety Behind Life Transitions in Young Adulthood (And What to Do About It)
Life transitions in young adulthood can bring up feelings of uncertainty and anxiety. In this post, we explore why transitions trigger anxiety, how to embrace uncertainty as part of growth, and offer practical tips to help you navigate these changes with more confidence and less stress.
Self-Care Strategies to Calm Your Anxious Mind (Part 2)
Managing anxiety often requires taking intentional steps to nurture your mind, body, and overall wellbeing. In Part Two of our self-care series, we explore five powerful strategies to help you reduce anxiety and cultivate peace.
Self-Care Strategies to Calm Your Anxious Mind (Part 1)
Anxiety can often feel overwhelming, making it difficult to find peace in the moment. Whether you’re seeking immediate relief or a long-term solution, this blog provides calming techniques to ease your mind and foster more calm into your life.
Achieving Work-Life Balance: A Guide for Young Adults
Finding work-life balance as a young adult can feel overwhelming, with career pressures, social expectations, and personal growth all pulling you in different directions. In this guide, we’ll explore simple strategies to help you create balance, set healthy boundaries, and prioritize what matters most to you.