Life By Design Therapy

  You are not broken 🌿 Research has shown that people who are accepted, loved, and valued for who they are go on to live more fulfilling lives, and in doing so, better impact the lives of those around them. But too often, therapists approach people who feel detached, distant, unloved, or ashamed as if they are broken and need to be fixed. The truth is, there has never been anyone in history who is exactly like you -- who has your skills, your talents, your style, your beliefs, and your ambitions. Nor will there ever be another you. You are not broken. You are YOU. Out of the billions and billions of people in this world, you are uniquely suited to grow, develop, and blossom into the person you were meant to be. Holistic therapy can help you thrive by nurturing and empowering you to move forward with conviction and confidence. Reach out to Life by Design Therapy today to learn more about how holistic therapy can help you become who you were meant to be 💙 https://www.lifebydesignthera

  In the wake of the recent grand jury decision regarding Breonna Taylor, many are experiencing outrage and disbelief. For Black people in particular, the decision represents yet another profound loss and the continued lack of justice for violence against Black women. Our community is hurting. This pain is intensified by the backdrop of Covid-19 (which disproportionately affects BIPOC) and the protests following George Floyd’s murder. Many Black people are wondering how they can continue to show up to work and social events, acting as if they are not grieving -- as if their community is not under threat. These experiences contribute to what is called racial trauma. Research shows that racial trauma severely impacts Black physical and mental health. Racial trauma often shows up in our bodies in the form of physical aches, fatigue, and appetite changes. Now more than ever, it is important to take care of ourselves and our bodies to safeguard against the effects of racial trauma. In our l

  Grounding is a somatic therapy technique that's designed to bring you back into your body during times of anxiety, dissociation, or panic. The symptoms of a panic attack -- difficulty breathing, tightness or pain in the chest, rapid heart rate -- can make our bodies feel like they are the enemy. By working with your anxiety, rather than against it, you can learn to make peace with your physical symptoms and "ride the wave" of anxiety through to its natural conclusion. Save this post to come back to the next time you are panicking, and try one of these four grounding exercises to help you find calm within the storm of anxiety and panic : 👀 Use your five senses to bring your attention back to your surroundings, rather than your physical symptoms. Name five things you can see, four things you can touch, three things you can hear, two things you can smell, and one thing you can taste. 📦 Try box-breathing. As you inhale, imagine yourself drawing a horizontal line from left

  Mental health is a social justice issue 👊🏾 Don't believe us? Here are the facts: People with mental health problems are less likely to have health insurance than those without (Rowan, Alpine, Blewett 2013). Only one in three Black Americans who need mental health care receives it (APA 2017). Indigenous people have the highest rate of suicide of any other racial or ethnic group in the United States (SPRC 2018). The fight for economic and racial equality is pivotal in the fight for better mental health care. Life by Design Therapy is committed to providing culturally competent care that doesn't erase our differences but uses them as a cornerstone of mental health treatment. Read our blog post on White Supremacy Culture to learn more about our commitment to the fight for social justice. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/blog/taking-it-personal-white-supremacy-culture/7/2020

  No one can walk through life alone 🌿 Life by Design Therapy would not be what it is today without our unique team of holistic therapists! 🌼 Melody Wright , LMFT is the founder of Life by Design Therapy. She is a Licensed Somatic Therapist with specilized training in Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy (EFT) and Hakomi Mindfulness Psychotherapy. She works with clients looking to heal from relational wounds and create lasting change in their lives. 🌻 Ashley Gregory , LMFT is a Somatic Therapist. Her work is grounded in the intersections of social, cultural, political, and economic studies. 🌷 Nia Saunders , PhD is a Clinical Psychologist. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults who have experienced trauma. 🌹 Krystal Williams , LMFT/LPCC is a Licensed Somatic Therapist and Professional Clinical Counselor. As the newest member of our team, she brings an attachment-oriented and trauma-focused lens to her work and has extensive training in expressive arts therapy. S

  Anxiety is becoming incredibly common. According to ADAA, anxiety disorders affect 18% of the U.S. population every year. Some signs that you might struggle with anxiety include: ✨ PHYSICAL SYMPTOMS ✨ Jitters, nausea, shortness of breath, restlessness, insomnia ✨ COGNITIVE SYMPTOMS ✨ Being obsessed with what others say about you, believing you will never accomplish enough in a day, comparing yourself unfairly to friends and coworkers, always imagining the worst-case scenario ✨ EMOTIONAL SYMPTOMS ✨ Shame, inadequacy, dread, worry, isolation, feeling stuck If you identify with the symptoms of anxiety, you are not alone. Life by Design Therapy can help you take back your life from anxiety , so you can heal from in an open and honoring way. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/anxiety-therapy

  Traditional talk therapy misses out on a huge part of the human experience: opportunities for growth 🌱 When we only talk about our struggles -- such as panic attacks, sleeping difficulties, and work stress -- we're only getting a surface-level understanding of our problems. We practice holistic and somatic therapy, which incorporates a deeper understanding of stress, anxiety, depression, and trauma on a mind-body level to help you achieve lasting change. Contact Life by Design Therapy for a free consultation to learn more about how holistic therapy may be instrumental to growth and personal development 🌻 https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/