Dr. Suzanne Mata

Dr. Suzanne Mata Dr. Mata is a SoCal Licensed Clinical Psychologist, EMDRIA Consultant, Trainer, and Clinical Supervi

It’s been gloomy here in SoCal. And when the sunlight finally breaks through, it feels like proof.Proof that storms move...
02/20/2026

It’s been gloomy here in SoCal. And when the sunlight finally breaks through, it feels like proof.

Proof that storms move on.
Proof that heaviness doesn’t stay forever.
Proof that what feels endless isn’t permanent.

Even when the rain feels steady, it doesn’t stay forever ⛅️

02/19/2026

Ruminating thoughts can make you feel powerless, but small shifts in attention can help you overcome that.

Your brain is capable of learning new ways to focus. Notice it. Pause. Reshift.

Practicing one thought at a time can help you in your healing journey 🌻

Sometimes the parts of us that were scared, unheard, or misunderstood are still showing up in adulthood. Inner child wor...
02/18/2026

Sometimes the parts of us that were scared, unheard, or misunderstood are still showing up in adulthood. Inner child work isn’t about “fixing” the past. It’s about noticing, listening, and offering the compassion you needed then.

Your inner dialogue becomes your reality.Make it loving 💘 ❤️
02/13/2026

Your inner dialogue becomes your reality.
Make it loving 💘

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02/12/2026

Fun fact: Research shows that affirmations can reduce stress and help regulate the nervous system by activating areas of the brain linked to self-processing and emotional regulation. In other words, your brain listens to how you speak to yourself 🧠

Say it like you mean it, even if you’re still learning to believe it 🤍

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02/11/2026

Trauma leaves marks on our past, but it doesn’t have to define our future. The love and care we offer ourselves have the power to heal, transform, and rewrite our stories 📝✨

Love can feel complicated when past wounds shape how we connect and trust. Understanding common trauma responses helps u...
02/10/2026

Love can feel complicated when past wounds shape how we connect and trust. Understanding common trauma responses helps us see that these reactions are survival tools, not personal flaws.

Healing begins with awareness and compassion toward ourselves. With the right support, we can learn to build safer, healthier connections that honor our needs and experiences. 💛

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Our early experiences shape how we connect, trust, and feel safe in relationships. Understanding your attachment style (...
02/09/2026

Our early experiences shape how we connect, trust, and feel safe in relationships. Understanding your attachment style (whether secure, anxious, avoidant, or disorganized) can be a powerful step toward healing old wounds and building healthier, more loving connections. 💞

Remember, growth takes time and kindness toward yourself. Every step you take toward understanding is a step toward deeper connection and self-compassion. 🌿

Trauma leaves traces beyond memory, tucked deep within our muscles and nervous system. EMDR offers tools to help the bra...
02/05/2026

Trauma leaves traces beyond memory, tucked deep within our muscles and nervous system. EMDR offers tools to help the brain safely reprocess these memories, allowing the body to slowly release tension and find ease.

When your mind and body learn how to work together, healing unfolds 💫

Not only when you’re feeling strong or “put together,” but especially during times when you feel fragile, lost, or overw...
02/04/2026

Not only when you’re feeling strong or “put together,” but especially during times when you feel fragile, lost, or overwhelmed, it’s important to remember that compassion is not something you need to earn through accomplishments or perfection.

When self-doubt or struggle arises, extend to yourself the same kindness and understanding you naturally offer to those you care about. Allow your heart to soften toward your own pain. Hold your difficult feelings gently, without rushing or judging them.

Compassion can be that steady, guiding light that helps you find your way back to yourself, grounding you in acceptance and healing ❤️‍🩹

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02/03/2026

In the midst of life’s noise and chaos, there is a quiet strength waiting within you. Your own stillness.

When you pause and connect to this inner calm, you tap into a well of resilience and clarity that can’t be shaken by external storms.

Let go of what weighs you down (old worries, doubts, and fears) and make space for peace to grow. This gentle release is not about perfection, but about honoring your journey and choosing calm in the present moment.

Take a deep breath today. Embrace your stillness. You hold more power than you realize.

Self-care is not a retreat from the world, but a quiet preparation to stand strong within it.
02/02/2026

Self-care is not a retreat from the world, but a quiet preparation to stand strong within it.

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