Emily M Lewis Counseling, LLC

Emily M Lewis Counseling, LLC Emily Lewis provides mental health counseling in Fort Worth, Texas, for all stages of life--from childhood to adulthood and every stage in between.

So many of us live stuck in either/or thinking — especially when we’re anxious, burned out, grieving, or navigating neur...
02/19/2026

So many of us live stuck in either/or thinking — especially when we’re anxious, burned out, grieving, or navigating neurodivergent overwhelm. Our brains want clarity and certainty. But emotional health often lives in the tension.

Effectiveness isn’t choosing one side.
It’s learning to hold complexity without collapsing.

Two things can be true at the same time.

If you needed this reminder today, save it for later 🤍
Which “both/and” are you practicing right now?

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Over-apologizing often comes from anxiety, not wrongdoing. Replacing ‘sorry’ with ‘thank you’ helps your nervous system ...
02/11/2026

Over-apologizing often comes from anxiety, not wrongdoing. Replacing ‘sorry’ with ‘thank you’ helps your nervous system practice safety:
‘Thank you for understanding.’
‘Thank you for your patience.’
 
When you say ‘thank you’ instead of ‘sorry,’ you stop framing yourself as a burden and start reinforcing connection. Gratitude builds relationships; unnecessary guilt drains them.
 
If you’re practicing the shift from apologizing to thanking, go slow. It’s a skill, not a switch. And it teaches your brain something important: I don’t have to apologize for existing
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As a society, we are typically limited in our knowledge and use of emotion language.Increasing our awareness about all t...
02/04/2026

As a society, we are typically limited in our knowledge and use of emotion language.

Increasing our awareness about all the different types of emotions creates clarity for ourselves and those we are in communication with.

How can you can you work to communicate your emotions more clearly with yourself and others?
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Friends, here are a few important reminders to carry with you wherever and with whomever you journey this year. You’re o...
01/28/2026

Friends, here are a few important reminders to carry with you wherever and with whomever you journey this year. You’re oh so very important!
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Warmth has been shown to activate the parasympathetic nervous system and increase oxytocin and serotonin which create a ...
01/21/2026

Warmth has been shown to activate the parasympathetic nervous system and increase oxytocin and serotonin which create a sense of safety and calm.

What could you try incorporating today to soothe your nervous system?
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Even if you don’t feel comfortable sharing vulnerably with others does not mean you need to act like everything is fine....
01/13/2026

Even if you don’t feel comfortable sharing vulnerably with others does not mean you need to act like everything is fine.

And, is there someone you can share with who can be there with you and for you regardless of whether or not you share the exact same perspectives?
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My friend, may this new year hold ample opportunities for you, me, and everyone else to grow in different and effective ...
12/31/2025

My friend, may this new year hold ample opportunities for you, me, and everyone else to grow in different and effective ways.

This is my hope for every single one of us. Here’s to 2026 and taking care of ourselves. Let’s do this!
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Holidays aren’t filled with wonder, togetherness, fond memories, timeless traditions, laughter, and cheer for everyone.I...
12/23/2025

Holidays aren’t filled with wonder, togetherness, fond memories, timeless traditions, laughter, and cheer for everyone.

If this isn’t the case for you, is there someone in your life for whom it might be true? Friends, let’s look around us and outside of ourselves and be there for those in need.

And if you do have the privilege of enjoying the holidays with those you love, hold them a little tighter and cherish it for you and for those who wish they had it too.
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Sound familiar?‘Should’ statements often sneak into our self-talk and fuel shame, guilt, and unrealistic expectations. T...
12/18/2025

Sound familiar?

‘Should’ statements often sneak into our self-talk and fuel shame, guilt, and unrealistic expectations. They set up a constant battle between who we are and who we think we ought to be.

Reframing “should” to something more compassionate—like “I’d like to…”, “I’m working on…”, or “It’s okay to…”—can reduce internal pressure and help us move forward with grace instead of judgment.

Your thoughts shape your emotional world. Let’s speak to ourselves like we would a friend.
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Sometimes when we’re feeling overwhelmed, it’s hard to think of things that might help us in that very moment. Here’s a ...
12/09/2025

Sometimes when we’re feeling overwhelmed, it’s hard to think of things that might help us in that very moment. Here’s a few tips to save and try when you need them next!

Gentle PSA - none of these tips are meant to be done in a long term capacity. They aren’t meant to enable avoidance of emotions. They’re simply tools to use when you’re feeling too overwhelmed to process the emotion right away. They won’t cure chronic conditions but they will help create a different emotional experience in that moment which can help you feel more balanced.
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To those whose holiday season looks different than they would like....we see you and we want to link arms with you. You ...
12/03/2025

To those whose holiday season looks different than they would like....we see you and we want to link arms with you. You are not alone.
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76107

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