Life By Design Therapy

MEET OUR HOLISTIC TEAM Life by Design Therapy offers a range of holistic and somatic psychotherapy services to support your growth, healing, and empowerment.  Click Here  to learn more about our therapists! https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/holistic-somatic-therapists

Life by Design Therapy was founded out of the need to bring  holistic and somatic therapy  that represents the diversity of our Bay Area communities. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/mission

ROUTINE MUST-HAVES TO GET THROUGH WORKING FROM HOME by Melody Wright, LMFT Picture this: You’re at home. Your partner is at home. Your kids are at home — and feeling cooped up at that. And on top of it all, you’re expected to be productive while working from home, as if nothing was going on in your life outside of work. For many of us, this has become our reality. The changes that COVID-19 has brought have created a huge shift in the way we live our lives, both at home and at work. Many of us are struggling to grocery shop and stay connected with friends, let alone get any work done…. But that’s okay.  One of the benefits of going through a global pandemic (if there are any) is that everyone is going through the same changes that you are! All of our lives have been turned upside down — and we’re all trying to figure this out together. That brings me to something important that I’ve discovered: the importance of routine. As our lives are shaken and stirred like a dirty ma

HOW LIFE BY DESIGN THERAPY CAN SUPPORT YOU IN BECOMING WHO YOU WERE MEANT TO BE Not only do our trained holistic psychotherapists hold the holistic view near and dear to themselves, but our unique perspectives and abilities are mirrored in helping our clients by building greater body awareness, and developing mindfulness-based approaches using a variety of treatment methods. Contact us today  to see how our therapists can support you. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/holistic-therapy

Life by Design Therapy offers a range of holistic and somatic psychotherapy services to support your growth, healing, and empowerment. Call 510–646–0046 or  Click Here  to Schedule your Free Phone Consultation. www.lifebydesigntherapy.com

Life by Design Therapy  we know change is possible for you. We offer  holistic  and  somatic  therapy to support you so you don’t have to dismiss, avoid or disconnect from what you truly want. FREE PHONE CONSULTATIONS www.lifebydesigntherapy.com

Did you know the amount of time teenagers spend on social networking sites has risen 62.5 percent since 2012 and continues to grow. Just last year, the average time teenagers spent on social media was estimated as 2.6 hours per day. Critics have claimed that more screen time is increasing depression and anxiety in teenagers. It’s important to pay attention to our teen and please remember  Life by Design Therapy is here to help! We are offering video and phone therapy and counseling to support teens. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/teen-therapy

SOMATIC THERAPY IS ONE OF THE MANY HOLISTIC METHODS OFFERED BY LIFE BY DESIGN THERAPY Each of our professional psychotherapists embraces the holistic perspective to provide you with customized therapy that is designed to help heal your mind, body, and spirit in a way that helps you to overcome and thrive in spite of whatever has held you back. And while we’ve devoted a great deal of time explaining somatic therapy, it is by no means the only method for helping to heal you holistically. Every client we welcome to our practice is evaluated and treated as the unique, incredible being that they are, which means that no two treatments will be alike. You’re one step away from getting the techniques, tools and reassurance you need to live a life that is fulfilling and full of immeasurable joy and peace. It’s a life that only you can live, so reach out to us today to take that first all-important step. Offering  Online Therapy  Supporting the Mind-Body Connection. https://www.li

FOUR PRACTICES FOR SHARING YOUR “SHELTER” By Ashley Gregory, LMFT As many have pointed out recently, “social distancing” does not have to mean keeping ourselves emotionally isolated. The precautions we are being asked to take are more accurately described as “physical distancing.” In fact, emotional connection may be incredibly powerful in getting us all through the uncertainties we face. It is true that the “shelter in place” guidelines mean less opportunities to be physically close with people outside of our household. Yet, perhaps in some ways, we may be open to building deeper intimacy with one another. On a walk recently, my partner and I passed by a home that had a sizable front yard with two dogs running around in it. Two women sat on the porch, noticed us, and began a conversation. We introduced ourselves and were delighted to be able to say we are neighbors. Throughout our encounter, we learned that the grandmother was initially visiting for a short time, but plans

TAKE THE FIRST STEP TOWARDS HEALING AND WELLNESS At Life by Design Therapy we understand how important it is to work with a therapist that feels like a good fit. The first step is getting in contact with us so we can match you with one of our  therapists  and schedule your first  appointment . www.lifebydesigntherapy.com

Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older, or 18.1% of the population every year. Life by Design Therapy  is dedicated and committed to helping you heal and build a new foundation for growth and transformation. We offer holistic and somatic therapy and counseling for anxiety because we know that our history, our culture, and our unique life experiences shape us. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/anxiety-therapy

Boosting your immune system to fight the coronavirus: what you need to know Can you boost your immune system to fight COVID-19? Here are 6 essential ways to boost your immunity in preparation for coronavirus: 1. Reduce Stress When we’re stressed out our body produces stress hormones which tax the immune system. So one of the most important ways to boost immunity is to reduce stress. To reduce stress, it’s key to ensure you have work life balance, take breaks when you need them (both short “water-cooler” breaks and longer vacations), and to employ some calming or relaxing stress-reduction techniques.And if you’re already feeling really stressed out taking adrenal support supplements can be helpful. 2. Sleep whenever you’re tired By not sleeping enough, we increase stress and hurt our immunity. If we’re drinking caffeinated drinks all the time we may not even realize just how tired we really are. Because sleeping is important to rebuilding a struggling immune system, we

SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF DEPRESSION Depression is very debilitating. While most people only associate it with a mental health condition, it also negatively impacts your physical and emotional well-being too. The common symptoms of depression include: Physical Symptoms Headaches Dizziness Body aches or pain Lack of appetite Swings in body weight Lack of energy Issues with staying relaxed Irregular sleeping habits Inability to sleep Agitation or problems staying still Cognitive Symptoms Negative thinking that frequently controls your thoughts. Trouble concentrating or completing tasks. Easily distracted or forgetting things frequently. Speaking slower than usual or trouble processing things. Frequent suicidal thoughts or considering harming yourself. Emotional Symptoms Extreme sadness Feelings of guilt or shame Feelings of anger or frustration Notably irritable Depression Therapy Can Offer a Solution. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/depressi

Don’t be a statistic! The American Psychological Association reports that we often do not recognize our vulnerabilities to stress and mental health issues until it impacts our physical health. Did you know the World Health Organization reports that by 2030, stress-related illness will surpass communicable disease. We know times are rough and are currently offering  telehealth services  for individuals, couples, families and children in California. Learn more  about our Telehealth Options for CA Residents. www.lifebydesigntherapy.com

We have the experience, training, and expertise to help you recover from a wide range of trauma. To schedule your free phone consultation visit www.lifebydesigntherapy.com Or Call 510–646–0046