Month: June 2023

Indian and South Asian Therapy | Themes, Support & Healing

Indian and South Asian Therapy | Themes, Support & Healing Hand making a circle with fingers while overlooking a river in India, symbolizing mindfulness, cultural roots, and South Asian therapyHand making a circle with fingers while overlooking a river in India, symbolizing mindfulness, cultural roots, and South Asian therapy

What Happens in South Asian Therapy? Reclaiming Your Story in a World That Doesn’t Always Understand It Indian and South Asian Therapy can be a lifeline when you’re walking between worlds. In South Asian therapy, clients often explore the tension between honoring family expectations and living authentically. You may have grown up navigating cultural expectations […]

What is Perfectionism?

What is Perfectionism? Woman standing on the beach with arms open, symbolizing freedom from perfectionism and self-criticism.

A Closer Look at the Need to Get It “Just Right” You might be wondering, “what is perfectionism?” Perfectionism is one of the core struggles I address in Anxiety, Perfectionism & Burnout therapy. When clients ask “what is perfectionism?” the answer often includes both the visible drive for success and the hidden fear of failure. It […]

People Pleasing – Are you a People Pleaser?

People Pleasing – Are you a People Pleaser? Woman standing by flowers and looking at them, symbolizing reflection on people-pleasing and self-awareness.

Finding Your Voice Without Losing Connection People-pleasing patterns often show up in clients I work with in Anxiety, Perfectionism & Burnout therapy . People-pleasing can be exhausting. On the outside, you might seem like the reliable one: the caretaker, the peacemaker, the one who “has it all together.” But inside, you might feel depleted, anxious, […]

Healthy Boundaries vs. Unhealthy Boundaries

Healthy Boundaries vs. Unhealthy Boundaries “Gate opening to a long road at sunrise, symbolizing healthy boundaries and new possibilities.”

Boundary struggles are a frequent theme in Anxiety, Perfectionism & Burnout therapy. Boundaries are not just about saying “no” or creating distance; they are the foundation of self-care, respect, and healthy relationships. By recognizing the difference between healthy and unhealthy boundaries, you can reclaim your personal space, protect your energy, and cultivate relationships that honor […]

Understanding Imposter Syndrome and How to Overcome It

Understanding Imposter Syndrome and How to Overcome It Mask lying on the ground, symbolizing imposter syndrome and hiding your true self.

Understanding Imposter Syndrome and How to Overcome It: Embracing Your True Potential Imposter syndrome occurs when an individual experiences an internalized fear of being exposed as a fraud despite evidence of competence and accomplishments. This psychological pattern can be highly debilitating. It can prevent individuals from recognizing their true worth and can hinder personal and […]

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