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Somatic Exercises That Aren't Breathing
Somatic Exercises That Aren't Breathing

In this blog, we'll walk through four somatic exercises that don't rely on breathing techniques, so you have more tools to reach for depending on what your body needs at the moment.

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Trauma Therapy, Coping, Anxiety TherapyRene NevarezJuly 26, 2026
Does Childhood Trauma Actually Affect Romantic Relationships?
Does Childhood Trauma Actually Affect Romantic Relationships?

It's a question that comes up often: can something that happened decades ago, in childhood, really shape how we love as adults?

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Couples Therapy, Trauma TherapyRene NevarezJuly 19, 2026
5 Things Kids Copy Most
5 Things Kids Copy Most

Kids are always watching, even when it doesn't seem like it. Long before they understand what you're saying, they're absorbing how you say it, your tone, your reactions, your habits.

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Child Therapy, Parenting Counseling, Postpartum TherapyRene NevarezJuly 12, 2026
How to Fight Intrusive Thoughts
How to Fight Intrusive Thoughts

In this blog, we'll cover what intrusive thoughts are, why they happen, and practical strategies you can use to manage them, before talking about when it's time to reach out for extra support.

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Anxiety Therapy, Trauma Therapy, CopingRene NevarezJuly 5, 2026
Understanding People Pleasing and How to Break Free
Understanding People Pleasing and How to Break Free

 In this blog, we will dive deeper into what people-pleasing really is and everything you need to know about how to break free from it.

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Anxiety Therapy, Trauma Therapy, CopingRene NevarezJune 28, 2026
What Reassurance Seeking Does to You and Your Partner
What Reassurance Seeking Does to You and Your Partner

Reassurance seeking might feel like a way to manage anxiety and protect the relationship, but over time, it can quietly erode the very connection it's trying to preserve.

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Couples TherapyRene NevarezJune 21, 2026
Parenting in the Age of Anxiety
Parenting in the Age of Anxiety

Between the constant scroll of social media, the pressure to keep up academically and socially, and the weight of a world that often feels uncertain, both parents and children are carrying more anxiety than ever before.

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Trauma Therapy, Child Therapy, Parenting CounselingRene NevarezJune 14, 2026
What is Distress Tolerance, and What You Need To Know
What is Distress Tolerance, and What You Need To Know

Recognizing the signs of low distress tolerance is key to addressing it before it drives harmful patterns.

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Coping, Anxiety Therapy, Trauma TherapyRene NevarezJune 7, 2026
What Is Somatic Therapy?
What Is Somatic Therapy?

If you've ever noticed your shoulders tense up when you're stressed, your stomach drops when you're anxious, or your chest tightens when something feels wrong, that's your body speaking. Somatic therapy is a form of mental health treatment that listens to that language.

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Coping, Anxiety Therapy, Trauma TherapyRene NevarezMay 31, 2026
How to Better Support Your Nervous System
How to Better Support Your Nervous System

You've probably heard the phrase "my nervous system is shot", and while it might sound like a casual expression, there is real truth behind it. Our nervous system is the command center of our entire body, quietly working behind the scenes to regulate how we feel, how we respond, and how we recover from stress.

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Coping, Anxiety Therapy, Trauma TherapyRene NevarezMay 24, 2026
ADHD and Burnout: How I Missed The Warning Signs
ADHD and Burnout: How I Missed The Warning Signs

Burnout is something most people have heard of, but for individuals with ADHD, it can look very different, build much faster, and go unrecognized for far longer.

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CopingRene NevarezMay 17, 2026
How Depression Affects Motivation: What Actually Helps
How Depression Affects Motivation: What Actually Helps

Motivation is something many of us take for granted, until it disappears entirely. For individuals living with depression, the loss of motivation is rarely about willpower or attitude. It is a genuine and often debilitating symptom that can make even the simplest daily tasks feel unreachable.

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Coping, Trauma TherapyRene NevarezMay 10, 2026
Gentle Parenting and Discipline; Here's What It Really Looks Like
Gentle Parenting and Discipline; Here's What It Really Looks Like

Gentle parenting isn't about letting kids run the show. It's about guiding them with intention — and that includes discipline.

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Child Therapy, Parenting CounselingRene NevarezApril 26, 2026
Is It Anxiety or Intuition? How to Tell the Difference
Is It Anxiety or Intuition? How to Tell the Difference

You get a feeling. Something feels off about a relationship, a decision, a situation you can't quite name. Your stomach tightens, your thoughts start to spiral, and you find yourself asking: Is this my gut trying to tell me something, or is this just my anxiety talking?

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Coping, Anxiety TherapyRene NevarezApril 19, 2026
What Makes Someone Co-dependent?
What Makes Someone Co-dependent?

It doesn't happen overnight. It creeps in slowly; through small sacrifices, silent resentments, and a growing inability to put yourself first, until one day the weight of it feels impossible to carry. In this blog, we will explore what it truly means to be co-dependent.

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Coping, Anxiety TherapyRene NevarezApril 13, 2026
Taking Care of Your Mental Health After a Layoff
Taking Care of Your Mental Health After a Layoff

Losing a job is one of the most disorienting experiences a person can go through, and yet it rarely gets the emotional attention it deserves. In this blog, we will explore the emotional weight of losing a job, why it's okay to grieve it, and practical ways to protect your mental health as you navigate what comes next.

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Coping, Anxiety TherapyRene NevarezApril 6, 2026
Practical Tips for Adjusting to College
Practical Tips for Adjusting to College

Starting college can feel like stepping onto a new planet—exciting possibilities swirl around you, but the unfamiliar rhythm of classes, friendships, and independence can also leave you a little unsteady. 

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Coping, Anxiety TherapyRene NevarezMarch 29, 2026
Adult ADHD and Self-Understanding
Adult ADHD and Self-Understanding

In this post, we’ll walk through four ways the diagnosis can help you meet yourself with kindness, rewrite your story, and nurture the life you deserve.

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CopingRene NevarezMarch 22, 2026
Tips to Improving Intimacy
Tips to Improving Intimacy

Feeling a dip in intimacy can be unsettling, but it’s also a completely normal part of any long‑term relationship.  In this blog, we’ll uncover a few tips to increase intimacy in your romantic relationship.


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Couples TherapyRene NevarezMarch 15, 2026
Self-Care for Overwhelmed Parents
Self-Care for Overwhelmed Parents

Being overwhelmed as a parent isn’t something to feel ashamed about—parenthood is inherently unpredictable, stressful, and still brimming with love. Whether you’re juggling a full‑time job, a homeschool schedule, or simply trying to keep up with ever‑changing needs, carving out a little space for yourself can feel impossible.

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Child Therapy, Parenting CounselingRene NevarezMarch 8, 2026
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