Life By Design Therapy

  Behind every session is a therapist who truly cares. 💛 At Life By Design Therapy™ , our team believes healing isn’t about “fixing” yourself, it’s about coming home to who you already are. We show up as humans first, therapists second. We’ve sat where you are, searching for calm, clarity, and connection, and we know how powerful it can be when you finally feel seen. ✨ Meet the team that holds space for your healing, one nervous system at a time. We offer in-person therapy in Berkeley, CA, and online sessions throughout California , so you can begin your healing journey wherever you are. Ready to start? Book a free consultation and see what it feels like to be supported by a team that truly understands. Link in bio! https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/holistic-somatic-therapists

  Meet Rachel Eisenstat, AMFT 🌿 Rachel creates a calm, grounded space for clients to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and explore what’s beneath the surface. Her work blends warmth, curiosity, and somatic awareness, helping clients better understand the connection between their thoughts, emotions, and bodies. Whether you’re navigating anxiety, relationship challenges, or a season of transition, Rachel supports you in building awareness, regulation, and self-trust. She offers in-person and online sessions and is currently accepting new clients. If you’ve been thinking about starting therapy, this might be your sign to reach out and begin your next chapter of growth and healing. 💛 ✨ Learn more about Rachel and schedule a consultation at the link in bio. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/rachel-eisenstat-amft-apcc

  Did you know you don’t have to leave your desk to regulate your nervous system? Sometimes the most effective grounding tools are the ones that fit into the rhythm of your workday. When stress builds, your body shifts into survival mode. Tension rises, focus fades, and small frustrations start to feel heavier. But practicing nervous system regulation throughout the day helps your body return to balance before burnout takes hold. Try this: 🪞 Visualize yourself turning down an emotional dial. 🔥 Rub your hands together and feel the warmth in your palms. 🌿 Inhale something grounding, like peppermint or eucalyptus. These simple techniques support stress management and help you stay connected to your body, not just your to-do list. Over time, they can make a real difference in preventing burnout and keeping you grounded through the workday. Save this post for the days when you’re stuck in go-mode and need a moment to breathe! https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/

  Burnout can make even the simplest parts of your day feel distant, especially if it’s work driving the exhaustion. You show up, check the boxes, and get through the meetings, but somewhere along the way, you stop feeling connected to why you’re doing it all. Reconnecting with your 'why' doesn’t necessarily mean you have to change jobs or take time off. Sometimes it begins with making a conscious effort to become aware of the little things. Like noticing how the light hits your desk, the sound of your breath before the next task, or the relief of finishing one small thing. These small moments are how your mind and body begin to regulate, find a place of purpose, and feel safe. They signal to your nervous system that it’s okay to pause, to acknowledge, to come back to yourself. Because the truth is, purpose isn’t something you have to chase; it’s something that has been there all along. You only need to return to moments that remind you what matters. You can learn more about ...

  According to OSHA, More than 80% of U.S. workers say they’ve experienced workplace stress, and over half share that it impacts their life at home. We’re bringing this up because it’s a good time to pause and ask yourself… how is stress showing up in your body? Workplace burnout has become so normalized that many of us don’t notice the signs until we’re completely depleted. The tension in your shoulders, the racing thoughts, the constant “just get through the day” mindset…those are all signals from your nervous system asking for care. At Life By Design Therapy ™, we help you learn how to regulate your nervous system, manage stress with awareness, and rebuild a sense of peace that doesn’t depend on productivity. Your body isn’t asking you to do more; it’s asking you to slow down. If you’re ready to move from burnout to balance, book a call with us today to start therapy. Let’s help you find calm again; one breath, one session, one step at a time. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.c...

  Every time your phone buzzes, your body reacts, even if you don’t consciously notice it. A quick spike of adrenaline. A flicker of alertness. Your nervous system can’t tell the difference between a true emergency and a notification. When this happens all day, your body stays in a low-level stress response, tense, distracted, and on edge. That’s why turning off notifications isn’t just about focus; it’s about regulation. When you choose when to check your phone, you give your body permission to slow down. Your breath deepens. Your shoulders drop. Your mind quiets. Small changes like this are how you begin to move from constant reactivity to calm awareness. 🌿 ✨ At Life By Design Therapy ™, we help you reconnect with your body’s cues and find rhythms that support nervous system. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/