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Positive Affirmations and Negative Thoughts - Can they Co-Exist?

I often engage in deep discussions about thoughts and affirmations. Do affirmations work? What about negative thoughts and why can't I...

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All things therapy

In this podcast, I talk about my journey to becoming a therapist, creative tools for mindfulness, Brainspotting, and break down my...

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Introducing My Youtube Page featuring the "Black Bag Therapist"

You're invited! During the pandemic of #COVID19 I felt a sense of loss - loss of what was known, what was normal, and yes, what was to...

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My Personal Journey with Brainspotting

As a therapist, I believe it is important to be the first partaker of what you preach, sort to speak. In other words, it’s challenging...

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Why Your Healing is Important

Today I spent half a day in CPR training. Afterwards, I found myself pondering on the importance of this critical procedure, and how it...

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The 2 Sides of Rejection

You know what I've noticed? Rejection hurts. Yes. I said that. Ever been kicked in the stomach? That's how rejection can feel. It can...

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Trauma Hats

We all have different hats that we wear depending on the situation. I have several hats - a mom hat, a therapist hat, a wife hat, a...

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3 ways to Increase Self-Esteem

Have you ever watched a movie that spoke volumes to you? Me too! I recently watched a movie called Alpha, and saw lots of great messages,...

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The Trans-formative Process

The Beauty of the Butterfly Everyone has the capacity for growth. The question is, what do you want the end to look like? This is your...