 Welcome back, Sis! Last week we talked about five major signs that it might be time to consider therapy. Since it’s Mental Health Awareness Month, there’s no better time to have these conversations and get real about what you need to thrive. If you’re still wondering if therapy is right for you, here are five more signs to think about. 1. When Shame is Too Heavy to Share We all have things we’re not proud of. But if you’re carrying shame so heavy that you can’t talk about it, even with your closest friends or family, that’s a sign. Therapy provides a safe space to unpack that shame and release it. It’s time to stop letting it hold you back. 2. When Friends and Family Can’t Help Sometimes, we go to the people we love, and their advice just doesn’t hit right. It’s not that they don’t care; it’s just that they might not have the tools to truly help you. If you’ve tried talking it out and still feel stuck, it’s time to think about therapy. A trained therapist can give you the guidance and support you need. 3. When Life Transitions Feel Overwhelming College, a new job, motherhood, or even stepping into a new relationship—life changes can shake us up. If you’re feeling overwhelmed by the transitions in your life, therapy is a safe space to unpack that and get grounded. 4. When You Struggle with Confidence Lack of confidence can hold you back in ways you don’t even realize. If you find yourself doubting your abilities, questioning your worth, or holding back in life, therapy can help you build that self-belief brick by brick. 5. When Fear Holds You Back We all have fears, but when fear is stopping you from living the life you want, it’s time to talk to someone. Therapy can help you untangle those fears so you can move forward with strength and courage. Final Thoughts: It’s Mental Health Awareness Month, and there’s no better time to prioritize your well-being. Therapy is a tool that can help you break free from the things that hold you back. If you see yourself in any of these signs, maybe it’s time to take that step. You deserve healing, Sis. You deserve peace. And you don’t have to do it alone. Contact me at [email protected] or 510-250-3091.
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 Can you believe it's the middle of May already? Sis, life can be fun and joyful, but other times it can get pretty heavy. When it’s heavy, it can affect how you think, how you feel, how you show up for yourself and others. But how do you know when it's time to call in some extra support? How do you know when it's time for therapy? There are many signs, but lets just talk about a few.
1. When Everyday Functioning Feels Like a Struggle We all have our off days, but when getting out of bed, going to work, or even taking care of basic things feels like climbing a mountain, that’s a sign. If your daily life feels like survival mode more often than not, it might be time to consider therapy. Therapy isn’t just for crisis moments—it’s for getting your life back. 2. When Emotions Feel Unmanageable Sis, do you find yourself crying uncontrollably, quick to anger, or so anxious it makes it hard to breathe. If you're finding it hard to manage your emotions, therapy can help you sort through them. Your feelings are valid, but you don’t have to carry them alone. 3. When Trauma Won’t Let You Go Trauma has a way of sticking around long after the event has passed. If you’re finding it hard to move past something that happened, whether it was last year or a decade ago, therapy can help you process it. You don’t have to live with that weight forever. 4. When Relationships Feel Like a Battle Honey, do relationships seem like a struggle? Whether it’s with your partner, your kids, or even your friends, if you’re finding it hard to communicate, set boundaries, or simply connect, therapy can help you get to the root of it. 5. When Coping Skills Are Unhealthy Do you find yourself reaching for a glass of wine or substances when life gets challenging? If you find yourself reaching for unhealthy habits to cope, or you feel like you don’t have the skills to manage life’s stresses, therapy can help you build that toolbox. Ready to Take the Next Step? It’s Mental Health Awareness Month, and there’s no better time to prioritize your well-being. Therapy is a tool that can help you break free from the things that hold you back. If you see yourself in any of these signs, maybe it’s time to take that step. You deserve healing, Sis. You deserve peace. And you don’t have to do it alone. At Peaceful Thoughts Therapy, I’m here to walk with you on that journey. Reach out today to take that first step. You don’t have to do it alone, Sis. Stay tuned for Part 2—where we’ll dig even deeper into more signs that therapy might be the right move for you.  It’s Mental Health Awareness Month, and as a therapist, I’m all about promoting mental wellness. Today, I want to share a story I’ve never forgotten—my very first therapy session.
I was 18 and had just started college. I was struggling in so many areas—dating someone who didn’t treat me well, adjusting to college life, juggling a part-time job, learning how to live with a roommate, and trying to find my place in the world. In high school, I never dated. Partly because my mother didn’t allow it, and partly because no one ever asked me out. I didn’t think too much about it—most of my friends weren’t dating either. But the moment I stepped onto my college campus, that changed. On the first day, a football player approached me and asked for my number. A girl who never dated, was not going to turn down that offer!! I was so excited—someone was finally paying attention to me. We started dating, but I quickly sensed something wasn’t right. He was sweet sometimes, but other times he was critical and mean. Other women on campus warned me about him, but I didn’t listen. I thought, someone finally loves me and I wasn’t going to let that go. I began falling apart. I felt sad, overwhelmed, stressed out, sad and anxious. I cried every day. My hair started falling out. Thankfully, I had access to good health insurance through my part-time job, which included 10 free EAP sessions. I was a psychology major, and I figuredd if I wanted to be a therapist, maybe I should try therapy myself. So I made the call. My first therapist was a kind woman named Connie. She gently asked me why I was staying in a relationship I didn’t feel good about. I didn’t have an answer—just an “I don’t know.” As we talked more, the deeper truth came to the surface: my fear of abandonment and low self-esteem. I was chasing the love I never received from my father. That relationship was filling a painful gap I didn’t even realize existed. That was the beginning of my father wound healing journey. Even though I only saw Connie for a few sessions and didn’t break up with my boyfriend until two years later, she never judged me. She listened, supported me, and planted the seed that whispered, “You deserve better.” And for that, I will always be grateful. Since then, I’ve returned to therapy at different points in my life. And yes, even as a therapist, I still go to therapy. We never stop growing. Connie’s impact on me helped shape the therapist I am today. I always strive to make my clients, especially those coming for the first time—feel safe, seen, and heard. If you’re not feeling like yourself lately or you’re stuck in indecision, feeling overwhelmed, or struggling in your relationships, know that therapy can help. You don’t have to do this alone. Our DAUGHTERS CONNECTED support group starts May 7th—a space for women healing from father absence, abandonment, and the pain of never feeling “enough.” Or maybe it’s time to start your own therapy journey—just like I did. Either way, healing is possible. And you deserve it. |
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