How to Work with the Root Pain of Anxiety I’ve been there—the endless “what ifs,” the racing heart, the fear that something bad is about to happen. It’s exhausting. You might be trying everything: breathing exercises, self-help books, meditation apps. And maybe they help… for a moment. But then the anxiety creeps back in. Why? […]
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Grief Counseling
Loss is unavoidable on the human journey. Whether it’s the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or a major life transition, loss leaves a mark—and where there is loss, grief follows. Yet grief doesn’t always fit neatly into our busy lives. In fact, it can feel like a tidal wave that […]
How Loneliness Fuels Anxiety — And What You Can Do About It
Loneliness isn’t just a feeling—it’s a physiological state that can quietly fuel anxiety. When we feel isolated, our nervous system can slip into chronic alert, scanning for connection but finding none. Over time, this unmet need for human closeness can deepen emotional distress and amplify anxious thoughts. In counseling for anxiety, loneliness is often the […]
Counseling for Anxiety: How to Maximize the Power of a Client’s Coping Strategies
When my clients struggle with anxiety, they often lean on familiar coping strategies to find temporary relief. These techniques can include deep breathing, grounding exercises, journaling, or reframing thoughts—tools many clinicians routinely teach. But what if these go-to methods are only scratching the surface of the issue? What happens when coping strategies stop being effective? […]
How to Expand Your Tolerance for Anxiety: A Process-Based Approach to Healing
How to Expand Your Tolerance for Anxiety: A Process-Based Approach to Healing Anxiety isn’t the enemy. In fact, trying to get rid of it completely may be the very thing that makes it worse. This guide explores how shifting your mindset about anxiety—from something to eliminate to something to work with—can help you build long-term […]
How to Transform Anxiety from Fear to Confidence
Anxiety can feel overwhelming, but it doesn’t have to control your life. With the right tools, anxiety can be transformed from a constant fear response into a source of energy, awareness, and even confidence. Understanding the Anxiety Equation One of the most practical tools to understand anxiety is Dr. Christine Padesky’s equation: Anxiety = Overestimation […]
Four Core Strategies to Neutralize Stress and Anxiety
Evidence-Based Techniques to Calm the Mind, Regulate the Body, and Build Resilience Feeling anxious or overwhelmed? You’re not alone. Anxiety affects millions of people every year and can show up as racing thoughts, tension, sleeplessness, or a constant sense of dread. The good news? Anxiety is manageable—and you don’t need to fight it. Instead, you […]
Counseling Tools to Help You Break the Anxiety Loop
If you’ve ever found yourself caught in a loop of anxiety—where your heart races, your thoughts spiral, and nothing seems to calm you down—you’re not alone. We understand how overwhelming anxiety can feel, and we draw from both clinical expertise and cutting-edge research to provide effective counseling tools for anxiety and help you find real […]
Neurofeedback as a tool for healing trauma and PTSD
How Neurofeedback Helps with Trauma Recovery: A 2025 Guide Trauma can leave lasting imprints not only on our emotions and memories but also on our nervous system and brain function. If you’ve experienced trauma—whether from a single event or ongoing stress—you may feel anxious, on edge, disconnected, or stuck in survival mode. While talk therapy […]
Neurofeedback and Counseling: A Powerful Partnership for Healing and Growth
We believe that healing isn’t one-size-fits-all. That’s why we offer both counseling and NeurOptimal® neurofeedback—two complementary approaches that work together to support your emotional well-being, nervous system regulation, and personal transformation. How Counseling Helps Counseling provides a safe, supportive space to explore your thoughts, emotions, and life experiences with the guidance of a trained mental […]