If you identify as a perfectionist it may feel like your world comes crashing down when you screw something up, receive constructive criticism, or fumble through trying something new. You may become so wrapped up in achieving, pleasing, and producing that you lose...
Therapy is an investment. It takes time, energy, and money. So how do you get the biggest bang for your buck? Check out these three tips to get the most out of therapy. 1. Clarify your Goals Before you even start googling therapists or asking friends for a referral,...
1. You’ll spend several sessions preparing before you start processing. Don’t expect to dive right in. Before you even start processing the memory with bilateral stimulation (eye movements, tapping, or auditory tones) you’ll spend at least 2-3 sessions...
“Comparison is the crush of conformity from one side and competition from the other — It’s trying to simultaneously fit in and stand out. Comparison says, ‘Be like everyone else, but better.'” — Brené Brown in Atlas of the Heart I’m...
Trying not to get left in the dust by my husband during the Missoula Half Marathon I love using a good sports metaphor in the therapy room. Whether you’re an athlete or not, there are countless ways we can apply concepts from sports to the rest of our lives....
If you consider yourself a Type A person, you’d probably rather eat glass than practice mindfulness. I get it. I used to be the same way. When I’d read about the benefits of mindfulness I’d roll my eyes and think, “mindfulness is not for me. I don’t have time to slow...
