Worth It counseling+coaching

11/15/2025

Shutdowns during conflict often aren’t about avoidance, they’re a nervous system response. When emotions become overwhelming, your body can shift into freeze mode to protect you. This might look like going quiet, feeling numb, zoning out, or suddenly being unable to speak.

Here’s the good news: you can work with your nervous system instead of fighting it. Naming the shutdown, grounding your body, and taking intentional breaks all help you stay connected instead of overwhelmed. And when you repair after the moment has passed, you build trust and safety in the relationship.

Conflict doesn’t have to mean disconnection.

With small, consistent tools, you can move from shutdown → safety → communication.

11/14/2025

Are all your exes crazy? We’ve got a hot take for you….

11/13/2025

In today’s fast-paced and uncertain world, mental resilience isn’t just a strength, it’s a survival skill. It helps us adapt, recover, and grow through challenges rather than being defined by them. In today’s hectic and challenging world - you can never be too resilient.

Tips to Build Mental Resilience:

1. Practice mindfulness: Stay present to reduce anxiety about the past or future.
2. Cultivate connection: Surround yourself with supportive people who lift you up.
3. Reframe challenges: See setbacks as opportunities to learn, not signs of failure.
4. Care for your body: Regular exercise, sleep, and nutrition fuel emotional balance.
5. Reflect daily: Journaling helps process emotions and clarify your inner strength.
Resilience means learning to rise, softer but stronger, every time you fall.

11/10/2025

Ever felt irritated when your partner gets sick or needs to rest, and then felt guilty about it?

You’re not alone.

Frustration in these moments doesn’t mean you don’t care, it often means something deeper is being triggered: fear, exhaustion, or the weight of carrying too much.

11/10/2025

Need to rebuild trust in a relationship? Start with curiosity and openness - blaming and finger pointing won’t ever help.

11/09/2025

As therapists, we often see the strain that comes when one partner quietly carries most of the invisible load. It can lead to burnout, resentment, and emotional distance, even in loving relationships.

If you recognize yourself as the one carrying more, here’s how to start shifting the balance:

1. Name it without blame.�Try: “I’ve been feeling mentally overwhelmed by all the behind-the-scenes things I manage. Can we talk about how to make it feel more balanced?”

2. Get specific.�List out the invisible tasks and decide together who can take ownership, not just “help” but share responsibility.

3. Check in regularly.�Revisit the balance every few weeks. Life changes, and so should the way you share the load.

Balancing the invisible load isn’t about keeping score. It’s about building a partnership where both people feel supported, seen, and valued.

11/05/2025

What do females need to understand? Their s*xual experiences and pleasure is unique to them - and has nothing to do with portrayal in the media or expectations for them.

Empower yourself by trying new things and seeing what works for you!

11/04/2025

AI can enhance therapy - but it will never make therapy healing. That’s where humans and human connection come in.

11/03/2025

Every November, our feeds fill with reminders to “practice gratitude” and “focus on your blessings.” BUT. It’s okay if this season doesn’t feel like a time of thankfulness for you.

Maybe this year (for so many of us) brought loss, conflict, burnout, or simply exhaustion. Maybe the holidays bring up complicated family dynamics, loneliness, or financial stress.

Your emotions - whatever they are - deserve space and respect.

It’s possible to acknowledge both: “I’m struggling,” and “I’m still here.”

Here are a few gentle ways to care for yourself this season:

Name what you actually feel.�You don’t have to force gratitude if you’re feeling grief, anger, or numbness. Simply naming your emotion (“I feel sad,” “I feel disconnected”) can reduce its intensity and help you feel more grounded.

Find small moments of comfort instead of “positivity.”�Look for neutrality or calm rather than joy, things like a warm cup of tea, a quiet morning, or your favorite show can be small anchors in a hard season.

Set emotional boundaries.�It’s okay to step back from gatherings or conversations that leave you feeling worse. Protecting your peace is an act of self-respect, not selfishness.

Reframe gratitude gently.�If gratitude lists feel hollow, try shifting to awareness: “What is something that’s helping me survive today?” “What am I giving energy to that matters to me?” This keeps gratitude authentic instead of performative.

Reach out for support.�Whether it’s a friend, therapist, or community, you don’t have to go through this season alone. Sometimes sharing your truth is the most courageous and healing thing you can do.
Remember: you are allowed to feel exactly as you do, even in a month that celebrates thankfulness.

Your worth isn’t measured by your gratitude.

11/02/2025

10/29/2025

Being nice keeps things smooth. Being kind keeps things real.

Niceness often comes from fear - fear of being disliked, of causing discomfort, of rocking the boat. But kindness?

Kindness comes from love. It’s the courage to care enough to be honest, to set boundaries, to speak truth with compassion.

💛 Nice says: ‘It’s fine,’ when it’s not.
💛 Kind says: ‘I care about you, but this doesn’t feel okay to me.’
💛 Nice avoids conflict.
💛 Kind invites growth — even if it’s uncomfortable.

Choose kindness. It might not always be soft, but it’s always real.

10/29/2025

We’re hosting a food drive from November 1–21 right here at our office:
📍 3098 W Executive Pkwy, Ste 280, Lehi, UT 84043

With the recent government shutdown and growing concerns about food stability over the holidays, we want to step up and support our local community. Every item helps make a difference for Utah families in need.

Most-Needed Items:
Peanut butter
Boxed meals (like mac & cheese)
Canned meats (tuna, chicken, beef)
Canned fruits & veggies
Chili & beef stew

Bring your donations by anytime during business hours — and please share this post to help spread the word!

Want to do even more?
Message us if your office or workplace would like to join in and host a donation drop box too. Together, we can make a huge difference in our community!