This isn’t fluff. These are real thoughts from real therapists—reflections on identity, grief, relationships, anxiety, and the daily work of being human. Our blog is a space to offer clarity, compassion, and occasional irreverence, just like our sessions.
He came in somewhat defeated. His wife had left with his best friend only months ago and he was currently living the life of a divorced Dad with three teenage kids,
Welcome to Rebel Rebel: all grown up, and welcome to balance. For 21 days, learn all about the Power Trio of Balance: self-care, expression and connection. The three-pronged-cornerstone that makes life’s beautiful
When my clients take notes in our sessions, I know we are getting somewhere. My clients are some of the best humans I’ve had the honor to meet, let alone work
I am going to have a SPECTACULAR new year… which may not always be happy. I will likely experience some sadness, some darkness, because I’m a human living an experience. And
You’re doing Dry January, only to drink again in February. You’re finally doing that diet, only to derail by Valentine’s Day. If only you had a super power to sustain discipline,
It’s Thanksgiving week. Typically, not always, but usually, families gather for this holiday. Some have an entire week away from their office, their professional world, some only a day or two. Either way,
Vervewell therapists work with clients who may be experiencing regular bouts of anxiety. Sometimes anxiety shows up as panic. Learning simpler ideas like deep breathing and visualization are often utilized, as well as more complex modalities like reactive vs responsive, thought driven action, and curated headspace day after day.
Anxiety represents the psyche’s alarm system responding to perceived threats, both real and Imagined. Rather than simply suppressing symptoms, we’ll explore anxiety as a meaningful communication from parts of yourself demanding attention. You’ll develop sophisticated strategies for self-regulation while investigating the underlying conflicts your anxiety may be expressing. This involves learning to differentiate between realistic concerns requiring action and neurotic anxiety serving defensive purposes. By developing a more nuanced relationship with your anxiety, you transform it from tyrant to teacher, using its energy for growth rather than paralysis.
