Life By Design Therapy

  For those who celebrate Halloween, we wish you a fun and safe holiday! Have a Spooktacular Day! 🕷 🕸 Life By Design Therapy https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/

  With October being Depression Awareness Month, we want to bring awareness to those who may be living with high-functioning depression. Some people may not recognize the signs and symptoms. If you have high-functioning depression you may experience things like… Trouble concentrating Insomnia or oversleeping Fatigue Lowered self-esteem These symptoms are typically associated with 1. Weight loss or gain without realizing it 2. You have a depressed mood and when you become happy it doesn’t last. 3. Your symptoms also last more than 2 years without relief. If you feel like you meet these criteria, consider reaching out to a mental health clinician to get support and learn how to live your best life again. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/depression-therapy

  Reactive patterns typically stem from past trauma. If you find yourself in cyclic patterns consider individual therapy with one of our experienced clinicians to work through your past trauma and triggers. Check out our website for more information on how to schedule. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/

  Have you ever recognized yourself feeling like you’re only lovable because of what you do, rather than who you are? If you answered yes, you might have grown up with a narcissistic parent. A narcissistic parent tends to view their child's independence as a threat. They use neglect, emotional manipulation, and lack of empathy as a way to keep the child living in the parent's shadow. Unfortunately, this can lead to low self-worth, low confidence, and the feeling that they are unloved by their parent. As an adult, the impacts of a narcissistic parent can cause great impacts on how the child views relationships and shapes their worldview. The therapists at Life By Design Therapy are highly skilled in uncovering the roots of unhealed wounds and provide coping skills and tools to heal. Reach out for a free phone consultation with one of our therapists today. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/holistic-somatic-therapists

  It’s no secret that anger is something that everyone experiences, and I’m sure there have been many times that you have wanted to react out of that anger. Here are a few healthy ways to release it: Take a breath Yes as cliche, as it sounds, taking a breath, gives you that moment to center yourself and allows you to reflect before you act or speak. Move Intentional movement releases endorphins and promotes the “feel good” hormones to step in and replace the feeling of hostility. Stick with “I” statements If there isn’t a way to remove yourself from the situation, try to utilize “I” statements such as “I feel” to deter blame to the other person for your feelings. Talk to someone Sometimes it’s good to have a safe space to vent. Often, anger is just a guardian emotion masking deeper beliefs about ourselves due to past experiences or traumas. If you’re interested in exploring these things, consider speaking with a qualified counselor . https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/

  As the importance of mental health continues to come to the forefront of society, we want to highlight Depression Awareness Month. The month of October calls attention to depression because while depression for some people is year-round, others only experience it around the fall and winter time. This is called seasonal depression. Due to the colder weather, many people move indoors and lose much of their vitamin D. It’s also the start of the holiday season in which the pressures of family, past traumas, gatherings, and society tend to weigh on us. If you are experiencing depressive symptoms consider talking with a qualified clinician to help you gain tools to work through this struggle. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/

  High Function Anxiety typically describes a person who deals with anxiety but it doesn’t affect their daily life. Some signs of high functioning anxiety include: Fear of failure Consistently overthinking things Struggling with perfectionism Task paralysis or procrastination If you think you might be someone who deals with high-functioning anxiety, it’s always great to have someone in your corner who understands what you’re dealing with. Consider a mental health clinician to be that person for you. They can help you recognize why you may be dealing with anxiety and provide tools to support you in your day-to-day life. Go to our website to schedule a FREE phone consultation to be matched with a therapist. https://www.lifebydesigntherapy.com/holistic-somatic-therapists