Root to Rise Therapy

Root to Rise Therapy We help our clients release painful patterns in love, and create healthy and thriving relationships.

We believe that healthy relationships start with you, and we are here to help you create relationships and a life that you love.

Emotional regulation doesn’t mean always being calm.Regulated people still experience sadness, anger, frustration, and g...
03/13/2026

Emotional regulation doesn’t mean always being calm.

Regulated people still experience sadness, anger, frustration, and grief. The difference is that they can recognize what they’re feeling and respond intentionally rather than pushing it away.

Suppression can feel easier in the moment, but emotions that are ignored rarely disappear. They often wait for another opportunity to surface.

Learning emotional regulation is a process. If it wasn’t modeled for you growing up, it’s a skill that can absolutely be learned.

If you’re interested in developing healthier ways to process emotions, therapy can be a helpful place to start! Click the link in our bio to schedule a free consultation call to see if Root to Rise Therapy is a good fit for you.

Many of us grew up believing that being “strong” meant staying composed or keeping our emotions hidden.But emotional reg...
03/12/2026

Many of us grew up believing that being “strong” meant staying composed or keeping our emotions hidden.

But emotional regulation does not mean suppressing your feelings. It means learning how to understand them, name them, and respond intentionally.

When emotions are pushed down, they rarely disappear. Instead, they often resurface later as anxiety, irritability, or unexpected emotional outbursts.

Emotional regulation is a skill that can be learned over time. It starts with simply noticing what you’re feeling and allowing that emotion to exist without judgment.

If this is something you’re working on, therapy can be a supportive place to explore it.

This post is based on a blog written by Monica Deyski, LMFT.

To read more or connect with our team, visit the link in our bio.

Emotional suppression often looks like everything is okay on the outside while something very different is happening int...
03/10/2026

Emotional suppression often looks like everything is okay on the outside while something very different is happening internally.

You may tell yourself you shouldn’t feel the emotion, push through the day, or try to ignore it altogether. Over time, suppressed emotions can show up as irritability, anxiety, numbness, or tension in relationships.

If this sounds familiar, there is a way to process your emotions. We call this emotional regulation. Emotional regulation looks different. It might sound like:

“I’m feeling upset and need a minute before we talk.”

Learning this skill takes time, and it’s something many people develop with practice and support.

Monica Deyski, LMFT goes into more detail about this in her recent blog post. You can read more in the link below.

Have you ever noticed the difference between suppressing and regulating emotions?

https://rootrisetherapyla.com/blog/2026/what-is-emotional-regulation-really

Today we’re celebrating the women who inspire, lead, and uplift the people around them every day.At Root to Rise, we’re ...
03/08/2026

Today we’re celebrating the women who inspire, lead, and uplift the people around them every day.

At Root to Rise, we’re incredibly grateful for the women on our team whose compassion, wisdom, and dedication shape the care we provide to our clients and our community. Their commitment to supporting others through growth, healing, and self-discovery is at the heart of everything we do.

We’re honored to work alongside such thoughtful, talented, and caring women and to witness the impact they make each day.

✨ Today and every day, we celebrate the strength and contributions of women everywhere.

Hearing how therapy supports couples through difficult moments is something we never take for granted.“I’m so grateful f...
03/05/2026

Hearing how therapy supports couples through difficult moments is something we never take for granted.

“I’m so grateful for Megan and the role she played in helping my boyfriend and I navigate some of the most challenging moments in our relationship. She created a safe, supportive space where we both felt truly heard and understood. Her guidance, patience, and insight helped us communicate more honestly, work through our differences, and grow closer as a couple. Because of her support, we’ve learned healthier ways to show up for each other and build a stronger foundation together.

We’re incredibly thankful for her care and wisdom.”

Couples therapy can offer a space to slow down, rebuild understanding, and learn new ways of communicating with care and clarity. We’re honored to support couples as they strengthen their relationships and grow together.

If you’re curious about working with Megan or learning more about our couples therapy offerings, you can schedule a complimentary consultation through the link in our bio.

March often marks a shift.Longer days. Softer air. Subtle signs of growth returning.Renewal doesn’t have to mean dramati...
03/02/2026

March often marks a shift.

Longer days. Softer air. Subtle signs of growth returning.

Renewal doesn’t have to mean dramatic change. It can be quiet. Intentional. Rooted in noticing what’s ready to emerge and what no longer needs to be carried.

These prompts are an invitation to reflect on where you are and what this next season might hold.

Save this post and come back to one prompt at a time.

🌿 Growth doesn’t have to be rushed to be real.

02/27/2026

Ever think that the parts of you that you label as “bad”are actually showing up to protect you?

In Internal Family Systems, we don’t label parts of you as bad.

The anxious part.
The numbing part.
The critical part.
The part that wants to go back.

Each developed for a reason.

In her recent blog post, Ali Eagle, AMFT, explores how IFS helps us move from fighting these parts to listening to them and how healing happens when the Self steps in as conductor.

If you’re curious about parts work and how it applies to everyday situations and deeper trauma, the full blog is available through the link in our bio.

Have you ever ended a relationship and felt grief, relief, doubt, fear, and empowerment… all within the same hour?It can...
02/26/2026

Have you ever ended a relationship and felt grief, relief, doubt, fear, and empowerment… all within the same hour?

It can feel confusing. Like something must be wrong because the emotions contradict each other.

In Internal Family Systems (IFS), we understand this differently. We all have inner “parts,” each with its own voice, perspective, and intention. Some parts protect. Some carry pain. Some try to numb. None of them are random.

In her recent blog post, Ali Eagle, AMFT, explains how these parts function like instruments in an orchestra — each with its own melody, all guided by the Self as conductor.

The goal isn’t to silence the loud instruments. It’s to hear them and bring them into harmony.

Read the full blog: https://rootrisetherapyla.com/blog/2026/the-inner-orchestra-of-parts

Many people use shame and guilt interchangeably, but they have very different emotional impacts.Guilt can guide growth a...
02/24/2026

Many people use shame and guilt interchangeably, but they have very different emotional impacts.

Guilt can guide growth and repair. Shame often keeps people stuck in self-criticism and disconnection.

In Lauren David's recent blog post, we explore how these emotions develop, how they shape your inner dialogue, and what it looks like to work with them in therapy.

If you’ve ever struggled with harsh self-talk or felt defined by a mistake, this conversation may offer clarity!

Read the full blog: https://rootrisetherapyla.com/blog/2025/shame-vs-guilt

Guilt can be uncomfortable, but it’s often productive. It helps us recognize when we’ve hurt someone and motivates repai...
02/20/2026

Guilt can be uncomfortable, but it’s often productive. It helps us recognize when we’ve hurt someone and motivates repair.

Shame, on the other hand, lingers. It loops. It turns one moment into a global statement about who you are.

Instead of thinking, I handled that poorly,
shame shifts it to, I always ruin things.

This subtle shift has a big emotional impact.

In Lauren David's recent blog post, she breaks down how shame and guilt differ, how they show up internally, and why shame can feel so heavy and hard to move through.

Understanding the difference can be the first step toward self-compassion.

You can read the full blog here: https://rootrisetherapyla.com/blog/2025/shame-vs-guilt

There’s a powerful difference between shame and guilt, even though they often feel intertwined.Guilt says, I made a mist...
02/19/2026

There’s a powerful difference between shame and guilt, even though they often feel intertwined.

Guilt says, I made a mistake.
Shame says, I am the mistake.

One invites repair. The other attacks identity.

When shame takes over, it doesn’t just focus on behavior. It tells a story about who you are at your core. And that story can quietly shape how you show up in relationships, conflict, and even self-talk.

In Lauren David's recent blog post, she explores how shame and guilt operate differently in the nervous system and why understanding the distinction matters for healing.

If you’ve ever struggled with harsh inner criticism or lingering self-blame, this conversation may resonate.

Read the full post: https://rootrisetherapyla.com/blog/2025/shame-vs-guilt

There’s something powerful about feeling supported in a way that makes you want to come back.Therapy isn’t just about wo...
02/18/2026

There’s something powerful about feeling supported in a way that makes you want to come back.

Therapy isn’t just about working through challenges. It’s about experiencing a space where you feel heard, understood, and able to grow at your own pace.

We’re honored to walk alongside our clients through meaningful change and to create a process that feels thoughtful, steady, and supportive from beginning to end.

If you’ve been considering starting therapy, we invite you to schedule a complimentary consultation through the link in our bio to see if Root to Rise Therapy is the right fit for you.

✨ Healing is a journey you don’t have to navigate alone.

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11600 Washington Place, Suite 204
Los Angeles, CA
90066

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Monday 8am - 9pm
Tuesday 8am - 9pm
Wednesday 8am - 9pm
Thursday 8am - 9pm
Friday 8am - 6pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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+13233296798

Website

https://rootr

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