The Center for Empowerment and Resilience LLC

01/08/2026

A common misconception about ADHD is that people simply “can’t focus”. But, in reality, ADHD is about inconsistent access to attention. Some days you’ll feel great, and other days doing a simple task feels impossible. The inconsistency is not laziness or a lack of discipline, that’s just how the ADHD brain responds to stimulation, stress and regulation.

When the nervous system is overwhelmed, your focus drops. When something is engaging or meaningful, your focus can suddenly click on.

If this resonates with you, work on small changes. Make a task smaller before you try to focus on the big picture. Regulate first, then you will be able to focus after that.

You are not broken because your focus isn’t consistent. Your brain just needs a different approach.

01/06/2026

Your nervous system has been taking notes long before you had the words to explain what is happening. That tight feeling in your chest, the urge to shut down, the overthinking; these are all ways that your body learned to keep you safe.

None of this means you are weak or broken. The nervous system responds to experience. So, if you have used these at some point, your body can hold onto that pattern even after the danger has passed.

Your system adapted for a reason, but you can adapt again and make a change. When you notice a strong reaction, pause and name one physical sensation you can feel. Awareness is a great first step in retraining your nervous system.

01/02/2026

After all the hard moments, all the therapy sessions, all the uncomfortable conversations; what if peace is what comes next?

Peace doesn’t mean nothing hard will ever happen again. Life will still have hard moments. Stress will still show up. Old patterns might still be hard to knock. But the peace will come in knowing that you can handle it now.

And that’s the point. Not perfection. Not constant happiness. Just…steadiness; and that’s more than enough.

12/31/2025

Let’s talk about a common misconception when it comes to therapy: that it is only for when something is “wrong”. Therapy isn’t just for crises, it’s for growth, self-discovery and learning how to navigate life more effectively.

Whether you are managing stress, working through past experiences, or simply trying to understand yourself better; therapy can give you the tools to thrive. It’s about building resilience, growing relationships, and creating a life you want.

Healing and growth aren’t signs of weakness; they are signs of courage.

12/30/2025

Performance anxiety can show up in unexpected ways; whether it’s dystonia or choking under pressure. Understanding this is the first step to overcoming it. Listen to what our therapist Chris Burgenson has to say about it.

12/25/2025

Merry Christmas! We wish you love and happiness this holiday season!

12/24/2025

Healing looks different for each person. Some weeks might feel lighter, and then some weeks might feel heavier.

As you understand your patterns, with that awareness comes change. Progress is often quiet, subtle, or easy to miss.

But, if you are showing up, noticing more, and responding with compassion, you are healing.

12/23/2025

Curious about group therapy? Check out this video of our counselor Chris Burgenson sharing the benefits of group therapy. Feel free to share with a friend that might benefit!

12/19/2025

Healing doesn’t erase the past or pretend that those hard moments didn’t happen.

But it’s about recognizing that every challenge, every moment of hurt, has brought you to where you are today. You are not starting over; you are starting from everything you have already survived.

Whether that is trauma, anxiety, stress, or life transitions; you deserve to process, grow, and move forward. Just remember, you don’t have to carry it alone anymore.

12/17/2025

It can be easy to think that if you just push harder you will improve. But sometimes when your brain is in fight or flight mode, you need to work on that first.

When you can stabilize your nervous system, you can improve your performance tremendously.

By regulating your nervous system, resetting after mistakes and shifting the mental pressure you put on yourself; this is where your confidence builds and after that, your performance improves.

12/16/2025

EMDR helps your brain finish processing experiences that got “stuck” in survival mode.

You stay in control, you set the pace, and the work is rooted in evidence and real-world results. It’s regulated, structured, and often freeing.

If you’ve been curious but were unsure, here is your sign to learn more. We are here to walk you through the process with steadiness and care.

12/15/2025

Join us for an Open House THIS Friday from 11:00AM - 1:00PM to view our new location!

Join us for an Open House introducing our new location, Empowerment Manor. This event will be Friday, December 19th from 11:00AM to 1:00PM. We will have food, refreshments, and great company. Feel free to stop by, explore the space, and connect with others! Scan the QR below to RSVP.