Mosaic Reflections Mental Health Blog
Attachment Styles: Secure, Anxious, Avoidant… Or Just Over It?
How Attachment Styles Shape Your Parenting (And Marriage) Ever feel like you’re starring in your own sitcom, where you’re playing all the roles at once? You’re wiping noses, breaking up sibling fights, saving the day, and wondering, “Did I sign up for this when I said I wanted kids?” Oh, and let’s not forget your…
Is It ADHD or Am I Just Overwhelmed?
Raise your hand if you’ve ever lost your keys while holding them, found yourself in the pantry wondering why you walked in there, or spent 30 minutes looking for your phone only to find it in your back pocket. (No shame — we’ve all been there…I’ve even been looking for my phone while talking on…
Why Stressed Moms Resent Their Husbands—And How Therapy Can Help
Stress, Fighting, Resentment, Lack Of Intimacy, InfidelityCan We Make It Work? When everything feels like too much, your connection with your partner can take a hit. At times, it’s common to feel disconnected, to argue more often, or even to harbor lingering resentment. As a stressed mom, you may feel as if what once felt…
A Mom’s Guide to Surviving Holday Stress: 10 Tips to Thrive This Season
The holiday season is often referred to as the “most wonderful time of the year,” but for many moms, it’s also the most overwhelming. Between the stress of hosting, finding the perfect gifts, keeping up with the holiday to-do lists, and managing everyone’s expectations, it’s no wonder so many moms experience holiday stress. If you’re…
When You’re Done: Resentment, Exhaustion, Questioning Divorce, or Walking Away from It All
We’ve all heard that motherhood is supposed to be this magical, fulfilling journey that transforms you into a better, stronger version of yourself. But what happens when it doesn’t feel that way at all? What happens when you reach a point where you resent having kids? Or you are seriously considering divorcing your husband? Or…
Surviving The Toddler Years: Parenting Tips For Overwhelmed Moms
Parenting Toddler Meltdowns, Terrible Twos, & Threenager Phases For Moms in North Carolina & South Carolina If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance you’re feeling overwhelmed. Whether your toddler refused nap time for the third day in a row, melted down at the grocery store because you grabbed the wrong color apple, or bit…
Trauma, Anxiety, and PTSD After Hurricane Helene Floods Western North Carolina
Healing Trauma After Devastation: Rebuilding Your Mental Health After Hurricane Helene in North Carolina On September 26, 2024, Hurricane Helene, a category 4 hurricane, came ashore in Florida. As it moved toward the north, it left unfathomable devastation in its path. Hurricane Helene flooded much of the mountainous areas of Western North Carolina. Cities were…
Is Parenting Really A Health Risk?
The Surgeon General Thinks So—Here’s What Overwhelmed Moms Can Do About It Is being a mom a health risk? The U.S. Surgeon General’s recent statement may have you questioning everything. After all, we don’t often think of being a mom as something that could jeopardize our well-being. But when you break it down, it starts…
Healing and Relief for Overwhelmed Moms: How Brainspotting Therapy Transforms Trauma
Navigating Motherhood in North Carolina: When Anxiety and Past Trauma Weigh You Down, Brainspotting Therapy Can Help Trauma, Anxiety, & Sleepless Nights It’s 3am. You’re wide awake, your mind is racing, and your heart is pounding. It’s another night with a nightmare from your past that you can’t seem to shake. You tiptoe down the…
Overwhelmed Moms: Let Go of Perfection and Embrace The Beautiful Mess
The Pressure for Overwhelmed Moms in North Carolina to Have It All Together: Fear of Failure is a Common Struggle How often do you find yourself daydreaming about the perfect life? You know, the one where your house is spotless, your kids are impeccably dressed, and your partner is always there to lend a hand….
Mom Guilt, Negative Self-Talk, Brainspotting, and the Power of Simple Breaks: How to Reclaim Your Mental Space
You’re Overwhelmed Yet All You Hear Is That Negative Little Voice In Your Head- The Start of Mom Guilt Have you ever heard that voice in your head saying “You’re not doing enough” or “You’re not good enough”? Where is this coming from? What is going on during the time those thoughts pop into your…
Finding Your Balance: Essential Grounding and Centering Techniques
Mosaic Reflections Therapy strives to guide people through the complexities of life with effective grounding and centering techniques. In today’s fast-paced world, most people are constantly bombarded with stimuli. This can lead to feelings of disorientation and stress. It is crucial to discover practices that create a sense of stability and calmness within oneself. Let’s…
Spotting the Signs: How to Identify Anxiety Symptoms in Children and Teens
Are you tired of dismissing your child’s anxiety as just “typical growing pains”? Well, fear not! Mosaic Reflections Therapy is here to help you differentiate between common childhood worries and the more severe condition of anxiety. Think of us as your own personal anxiety GPS – guiding you toward a better understanding of your child’s…
The Mind-Body Connection: Exploring the Power of Therapy Techniques in Mental Health
In recent years, there has been a growing recognition of the intricate interplay between mental and physical health. The mind-body connection, once considered abstract or esoteric, is now a focal point in holistic approaches to well-being. There are many different mental health therapy techniques that can help you achieve holistic healing and overall well-being. From…
Empowering Successful Teens: Proven Strategies to Raise A Successful Teenager Through Life’s Transitions
Navigating the journey of adolescence involves supporting successful teens through a series of significant physical, emotional, and cognitive transitions. From the onset of puberty to the impending approach of adulthood, these formative years are characterized by change and growth. Amidst these transformations, teenagers may experience heightened self-consciousness, worries, and confusion. Furthermore, adolescents face new social…
Finding Calm in the Chaos: Essential Self-Care Strategies to Help Overwhelmed Parents
Welcome to Mosaic Reflections Therapy! Eleena Hardzinski, LMFT understands the relentless demands of parenting and the importance of self-care for maintaining your well-being. Parents often neglect their own needs while nurturing their children, leading to burnout and exhaustion. However, it is crucial to remember that taking care of yourself is not a luxury but a…
Finding Relief and Renewal: How Therapy Can Empower Overwhelmed, Burned Out, and Stressed Moms
Motherhood is an incredibly rewarding journey, but it can also be very demanding and overwhelming. Modern moms often have to juggle multiple roles, strive to meet everyone’s needs and neglect their own well-being in the process. This unrelenting stress and burnout can take a toll on their mental health and overall happiness. Fortunately, therapy offers…
Healing Childhood Trauma: The Transformative Power of Therapy
Childhood trauma has a deep and long-lasting impact on an individual’s mental, emotional, and even physical well-being. These traumatic experiences can include physical or sexual abuse, neglect, witnessing violence, experiencing a traumatic event (such as a fire, car accident, or severe weather), or experiencing a significant loss. Fortunately, therapy provides a safe and supportive environment…
Beyond Growing Pains: 10 Warning Signs From A Child Therapy Expert That Your Child Might Benefit from Therapy
As a parent, you know your child and you can tell when something isn’t quite right with them. Some of these signs can be very clear, but there are other signs that may be more difficult to identify. When it comes to a child’s mental health, it can be a challenge to know when to…
Nurturing Emotional Resilience: A Guide for Parents of Children with Big Feelings
Parenthood can be a wonderful journey filled with various emotions, including joy and laughter. However, it can also be challenging when you have children who experience intense emotions. As a therapist who has worked with such families, I understand the unique struggles that you may face. It is not unusual for children to experience big…
Unveiling the Power of Brainspotting: A Revolutionary Approach to Mental Health
A relatively new therapeutic model called Brainspotting has been gaining attention for its unique and promising approach to healing. Brainspotting delves into the intricate workings of the brain and offers a fresh perspective on resolving trauma and achieving emotional healing. Understanding Brainspotting Therapy: Brainspotting is a therapeutic technique developed by Dr. David Grand in 2003….
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