Tag: therapy
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How Do I Know If It’s Trauma? Untangling the Confusion of What Happened to You
Social media has helped many people access a better understanding of counseling terms like attachment styles, high-functioning anxiety, and trauma. However, being flooded with information online can also lead to definition fatigue and confusion. In my work as a trauma-focused therapist in Nashville, I’ve had many clients come into session assuming they never experienced trauma,…
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Four Mental Health Apps for Anxiety Worth the Download – And How to Best Use Them
Like many people, I’ve struggled with anxiety and panic attacks. At its worst, I thought I would never recover. Spoiler: I have, and that experience of suffering and healing is part of what drew me to become a therapist. Along the way, I’ve learned different methods to support myself and found that feeling prepared with…
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What Self-Compassion Really Means — And How to Start Practicing It
When I bring up the idea of self-compassion in a therapy session, it usually comes with a loving eye roll from the client. I hear responses like “I know, I need to just think more positively” or “I just need to love myself more.” Not quite. Self-compassion is one of the most misconstrued concepts in…