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We live in a world that celebrates speed. We demand faster progress, faster responses, and faster healing. Even our self-care often comes with an undertone of urgency: “fix,” “optimize,” “get back to normal.” Our bodies don't move at the pace of urgency. They move at the pace of trust. In my work as a somatic therapist, I’ve learned that the moments of real transformation rarely happen in a rush. They happen in the quiet spaces, when someone slows down enough to feel what’s here right now. It happens when the breath deepens, when the eyes soften, and when the body begins to recognize safety…

Are you feeling totally exhausted? Do even small daily tasks feel impossible? You might be experiencing neurodivergent burnout. This is more than just being tired. It happens when your brain and body are working too hard in a world that isn’t built for neurodivergent people. As a neurodivergent therapist, I want you to know: burnout is not your fault. Your brain and body are just telling you to slow down. Recovery is not about “fixing yourself.” It’s about resting, taking care of yourself, and finding ways to live that work for you. What Burnout Feels Like Some common signs of burnout include…

As the days grow shorter and the air turns crisp, many people notice a subtle change within themselves. For some, it’s simply the natural slowing of autumn’s rhythm — a pull toward warmth, reflection, and rest. But for others, the shift in seasons brings something heavier: low mood, fatigue, irritability, and a loss of motivation. This experience is known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) — a form of depression that follows a seasonal pattern, most often appearing in fall and winter when daylight hours decrease. The Science Behind the Seasonal Shift Our bodies and minds are deeply attuned…

Living with chronic fatigue can feel like moving through life with an invisible weight on your shoulders. Each morning you wake hoping to feel rested, yet the exhaustion lingers not only in your body but deep within your emotional being. Many people describe it as feeling disconnected from themselves, as if their inner spark has dimmed. While chronic fatigue is often viewed through a medical lens, emotional and psychological factors play a profound role in how the body holds and releases energy. In Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT), developed by Dr. Leslie Greenberg, we understand that emotions…

Sometimes emotional pain doesn’t show up as tears or outbursts. It shows up as nothing at all — a sense of numbness, disconnection, or being “shut down.” You might go through the motions of life but feel flat inside. Or you may sense there’s something you need to feel or express but can’t quite reach it. This isn’t a personal weakness. It’s often a sign your nervous system has been overwhelmed and gone into a protective “freeze” response. The body does this to keep you safe when emotions or events feel too intense to process. The good news is that you’re not broken — and healing is possible…

Ever felt so overwhelmed by your emotions it becomes hard to describe your experiences? Many of us start therapy like this, desiring change when our inner landscapes contain more chaos than we can ever hope to handle. Getting words out can be a struggle when you’re chronically dysregulated, and feeling like you have to talk about upsetting experiences in therapy can come with a lot of pressure. Managing your symptoms gets harder when you are constantly overwhelmed. Logical reasoning doesn’t work when you already know what you should do. For most of us, it simply adds to our mental load…

From Self-Criticism to Self-Compassion: Healing Shame Through Therapy Many of us are our own harshest critics. The voice inside our head might say things like: “You should have known better.” “You always mess things up.” “You’re not good enough.” This inner critic can feel relentless—and often, it’s rooted in shame. The Roots of Shame Shame often begins early, in the context of relationships. When children feel unsafe, unloved, or that they have to perform to be accepted, they may start to believe something is wrong with them. These early experiences can create deep attachment wounds and leave…

Many people begin counselling hoping that talking about their struggles will bring relief. And often, talking helps—it can provide clarity, insight, and a sense of being heard. But sometimes, even after sharing your story, the anxiety, tension, or sense of being “stuck” doesn’t go away. This can be confusing and discouraging. You might think, “I understand what happened—so why do I still feel like this?” Trauma Lives in the Body When we go through overwhelming experiences, our nervous system responds with automatic survival strategies: fight, flight, or freeze. These are built-in ways the body…

Feeling Unsure About Therapy? You’re Not Alone Maybe you’ve thought about therapy but held back. Maybe you’re unsure if it’s the right fit or have heard things that made you skeptical. The truth is, you’re not alone in feeling this way. Many people hesitate to reach out because of common myths and misunderstandings about what therapy really is. These myths can make therapy seem scary, ineffective, or only for people with “big” problems. If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking “therapy isn’t for me” or “I don’t need that,” this post is here to gently challenge those beliefs and open the door to…