Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety is a common struggle many of us face daily. The good news is that effective therapy strategies can help you conquer those worries and take back control of your life. In this article, we will explore proven techniques and methods to manage anxiety and improve your mental well-being. Whether you’re dealing…
As a mom, you’ve probably experienced moments when your child’s emotions feel like a tornado tearing through your house—screaming, crying, meltdowns over things that seem minor to you but feel monumental to them. It’s exhausting, overwhelming, and sometimes downright frustrating. You may find yourself thinking, Why can’t they just calm down? But before we put…
Every mom has a secret… “I occasionally (okay, frequently) lock myself in the bathroom for some peace and quiet.” It might not be glamorous, but it’s a survival tactic—a desperate bid to escape the chaos of kids screaming, your teenager picking a fight, your partner asking where their keys are (again), and the endless cycle…
It’s 7:00 AM, the kids are fighting over who gets the bigger muffin, the dog just pooed on the rug, and you’re trying to find clean socks for everyone while mentally preparing for a day of work, errands, and approximately 54 snack requests. Sound familiar? If you’re a mom feeling like the family won’t function…
Being a mom can be like being the CEO of a company with terrible employees who can’t tie their shoes or stop eating crayons. If you feel like your life is a chaotic mess of carpools, half-eaten lunches, and endless laundry, you’re not alone. Overwhelm isn’t just a feeling; these days, it seems like it’s…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
