Life By Design Therapy

  Just because you are feel powerless doesn’t mean you are powerless. Fear often stems from feeling powerless, and when we feel like we have no control over our circumstances, it can be paralyzing. However, even small actions can create a ripple effect, reinforcing a sense of purpose. Here are 5 ways you can take action in a way that empowers you: 💚 Advocate for What Aligns With Your Values: Whether through volunteering, donating, or community organizing, channeling your energy into meaningful causes can be empowering. Even spreading awareness within your network can contribute to change. 💚 Educate Yourself and Stay Informed : Understanding policies and upcoming elections helps you make informed decisions. Knowledge is power, and staying engaged with reliable sources enables you to take action that aligns with your values. 💚 Make a Difference in Your Immediate Community: Large-scale change can feel daunting, but focusing on your immediate community makes a tangible im...

  Emotional neglect is harder to recognize than you might think. 🌱 It’s not always obvious, and it’s often not something that’s actively “done” to us. Instead, it’s the lack of emotional support , validation, or connection that leaves us feeling unseen or misunderstood. Over time, this can affect how we see ourselves and how we navigate relationships. But here’s the truth: It’s okay if you didn’t recognize it at first. So many of us don’t realize we’ve experienced emotional neglect until later in life. It doesn’t make your experience any less valid. Click through the slides to learn more. 💙 https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/

  Where you receive therapy is just as important as the type of therapy you choose. Many people feel frustrated with therapy, not because it doesn’t work, but because the system itself can make it harder to heal. Large, corporate, and insurance-based therapy practices often prioritize efficiency, which can sometimes lead to: Limited sessions based on insurance policies rather than actual need High caseloads that make personalized care difficult A feeling of being just another number rather than a person with unique needs While not every large practice operates this way, these systemic challenges can make it harder to receive the deep, transformative care you deserve. Here at Life By Design Therapy ™ , we do things differently. We offer: Personalized care – You aren’t rushed through sessions or treated like just another client. Your healing journey is at the center of our work. More freedom & flexibility – Since we don’t rely on insurance to dictate care, we can focus on what’...

  Did you know this? To be honest, some of these surprised me! Emotional neglect isn’t always obvious, and it doesn’t look the same for everyone. Here are some common ways emotional neglect can show up, sometimes in ways we don’t even realize… 🌿 Childhood Emotional Neglect (CEN): Growing up in an environment where emotions were dismissed, ignored, or invalidated. This may have looked like being told “you’re too sensitive,” or “stop crying” or being expected to handle your emotions alone. 🌿 Parental Absence (Physical or Emotional) : Having a caregiver who was physically present but emotionally distant, making you feel like you had to suppress your emotions to maintain peace. 🌿 Romantic Relationships : Feeling unseen or unheard in a partnership, where your emotional needs are consistently dismissed or minimized. 🌿 Friendships and Social Circles : Being the person who listens and supports others but rarely receiving the same emotional investment in return, creating a one...

  Perfectionism isn’t just about wanting to get things right, it occasionally has roots in emotional neglect . 🌱 When emotional needs aren’t met, especially in childhood, we can start seeking validation in ways that feel "safe." For many, that’s through perfectionism. We believe that if we do everything just right, we’ll finally be seen, loved, or accepted. But the truth is, perfectionism doesn’t fill that void…it often makes it worse. Here’s the kicker… Striving for perfection can leave us feeling drained, unworthy, and disconnected from who we really are. I want you to know that you don’t need to be perfect to be worthy of love and compassion. If this resonates, you’re not alone, and it’s okay to let go of that pressure. You’re enough, just as you are. 🌟 https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/holistic-somatic-therapists

  Allow yourself a moment to tune into the present. 🌿 This quick grounding exercise, will guide you through a simple technique to calm your mind, settle your body, and bring you back to the here and now. You deserve this moment of peace. Pause, breathe, and reset. Save this for when you need a moment of calm.🌟 For more calming techniques you can incorporate into your daily routine, download our free eBook, The Mind-Body Toolkit. You can find the link to download in our bio! https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/therapy-phone-consultation

  I don’t know about you, but lately, it feels like the weight of the world is heavier than usual. When checking the news, there’s something new to process, another shift, another crisis, another reason to feel uncertain about what’s ahead. Maybe you feel it too. Even when you step away, the heaviness lingers, making it hard to fully relax, hard to focus, hard to feel at ease. That underlying tension in your body, the restless thoughts that make it difficult to unwind. The constant push and pull between wanting to stay informed and needing a break. Read More https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/blog/how-to-deal-anxiety-when-the-world-feels-too-much

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  I know what it’s like to feel stuck. To want change so badly but feel like nothing is working. Maybe you’ve tried therapy before, hoping it would help you break free from anxiety, trauma, or emotional pain. Maybe you’ve spent months, or even years, talking about your struggles, understanding your triggers, and working through your past. But despite all of that effort, you still don’t feel better. You don’t want to waste time in therapy that just scratches the surface, you want real healing. If any of this resonates, you’ve come to the right place. . The truth is, traditional talk therapy can be helpful, but for many people, it doesn’t go deep enough. That’s because healing isn’t just about talking, it’s about working with your unique nervous system, and your emotions in a way that creates lasting change. That’s exactly what holistic and somatic therapy offers. At Life By Design Therapy™ , we specialize in holistic and somatic approaches that go beyond traditional talk therapy. ...

  Anxiety thrives in uncertainty. When things feel unpredictable, our nervous systems work overtime, trying to make sense of what’s happening and how to stay safe. Right now, so much feels up in the air. There are political changes, global events, and the ripple effects they may have on our daily lives. It’s not just the big, obvious stressors, it’s the accumulation of everything, the constant hum of "what’s next?" in the background of our daily lives. There are so many layers to this, and it’s no wonder it feels heavy. Here’s what’s adding to the weight: 1️⃣ Uncertainty Feels Unsettling When we can’t predict what’s next, whether it’s leadership changes, policies, or economic shifts, our brains stay on high alert, trying to prepare for every possible outcome. 2️⃣ News Overload With 24/7 updates and nonstop headlines, we’re constantly absorbing new information before we’ve even processed the last. This keeps our nervous systems in a heightened state of stress. 3️⃣ Compassion F...

  If You’ve Tried Talk Therapy But Still Feel Stuck… 😓 You’re not broken and trust me, you’re not failing therapy! The truth is, some therapy models that aren’t designed to fully heal underlying trauma, anxiety, and deep emotional pain. Let’s say you’ve experienced something painful in the past, maybe childhood neglect, a toxic relationship, or a traumatic event. Even if you’ve processed it in therapy, your body might still be holding onto the experience. Your nervous system learned to stay in fight-or-flight mode. Your body reacts to triggers before your mind can catch up. Your emotions feel overwhelming or completely shut down. You feel disconnected or numb when emotional triggers rise, almost like you’re frozen. This is why just talking about it isn’t enough. You need an approach that helps your body and nervous system process and release what’s been stuck for years. At Life By Design Therapy ™ , we are an award winning therapy center that specializes in holistic and somatic t...

  I have clients sit with me and tell me they have talked in circles with other therapists but can’t understand why they don’t feel better! They could understand the behavioral patterns in their life but fell short with seeing the deeper healing they were seeking. Here’s the truth, traditional talk therapy can provide great insight, but healing requires more than just words. Your body, nervous system, and subconscious patterns all play a role in lasting change too. That’s why holistic and somatic therapy go beyond just talking, they help you feel the shifts, not just understand them. When we integrate the body and nervous system into the healing process, we address the root causes of anxiety, trauma, and emotional pain, rather than just managing symptoms. If you’ve ever felt stuck in therapy, it’s not because you’re broken or incapable of healing. It’s because true transformation happens when we connect with the body, not just the mind. You deserve a healing approach that works wi...

  I used to think I could outthink my anxiety, if I just analyzed it enough, I’d find a way to make it disappear. But the truth is, before we can calm our minds, we have to help our bodies feel safe. Anxiety isn’t just in our thoughts; it’s stored in our nervous system. Before trying to think your way out of anxiety, your body needs to feel safe. Small, simple practices can help. 👉 Grounding exercises : When anxiety takes over, it often pulls us into the future, worrying about what might happen, replaying worst-case scenarios, or feeling overwhelmed by uncertainty. Grounding exercises help bring you back to the present moment by reconnecting you to your body. 👉 Breathwork –When we feel anxious, our breathing naturally becomes shallow and fast. This signals to the brain that something is wrong, reinforcing the stress response. Breathwork is a way to interrupt this cycle and bring us back to a state of rest. 👉 Movement :  Anxiety doesn’t just live in the mind, it shows u...

  🙂 Communication Tips: Help Your Partner Feel Safe 🙂 Are there times when you struggle to say the right words to your girlfriend, boyfriend, partner, or spouse in order to create a sense of emotional safety? https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/youtube