According to the National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN), Intimate Partner Violence (IPV), also known as domestic violence, occurs when one person intentionally harms, threatens, or controls a current or former partner or spouse. Abuse may develop as a repeated pattern of coercion and control, but even a single incident can be a warning sign.... Continue Reading →
Sensory Processing Disorder (SPD) describes a difference in how the brain interprets and responds to sensory information. This includes input from sight, sound, touch, taste, smell and movement. For people with SPD, everyday sensory experiences can feel overwhelming, underwhelming or confusing, making daily life more challenging. While SPD is most often identified in childhood, it... Continue Reading →
Ever listen to a song and feel like it was written just for you? There is this Francesca Battistelli song that is running through my brain these days because it reminds me of my life when my procrastination runs amok. There is a line in there about getting pulled over for speeding when you are... Continue Reading →
Mindfulness breathing is one of the most accessible and effective ways to support both mental and physical wellbeing. By gently directing attention to the breath, we can calm the nervous system, reduce stress, and reconnect with the present moment. Mindfulness breathing exercises are simple, adaptable, and often serve as a gateway into broader mindfulness and... Continue Reading →
We now turn to another important section of the book: Feedback versus Criticism. Caldwell explores how our interpretation of the world and others shapes both our reactions and our perceptions. Feedback describes a situation as it is and invites awareness and understanding, whereas criticism often triggers feelings of shame, defensiveness, and withdrawal. We will delve... Continue Reading →
I am not a fan of winter. The coldness is especially harsh this year. My day is set when waking up to unplowed snow when I need to leave for work. Not to mention I dislike the restrictions when bundling up in layers. I start to feel depressed when winter comes along. Now don’t get... Continue Reading →
The five interventions follow directly after the five intentions mentioned in the previous blog. They require us to pay close attention to unconscious habits or actions we may have. These mindless behaviors can range from biting our nails and playing with our hair to restless leg movements. Because we often do them automatically, we may... Continue Reading →
In the first blogs, we explored how to bring awareness to our bodies and introduced The Moving Cycle, a step-by-step process of reconnecting with our true essence. Now we will begin to dive into the five intentions within the Moving cycle. The five intentions are: to nurture, to support, to challenge, to reflect, and to... Continue Reading →
What resolutions have you thought about making this new year? The new year is a great time to take stock, reevaluate goals, and take positive action to resolve unsettled concerns or to work on improved wellbeing. It’s also a great time to begin counseling! Whether you’ve benefitted from counseling in the past or are considering... Continue Reading →
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