Feelings Forward Wellness

02/18/2025

Not all avoidance looks like avoidance. Sometimes, it looks like hustling nonstop, binge-watching another season, or perfecting every little detail—anything to keep from sitting with uncomfortable feelings. These sneaky avoidance behaviors might feel productive or harmless, but they often keep us stuck. Healing starts when we learn to pause, feel, and process instead of escape.

10/15/2024

We never just feel angry, there’s usually other emotions underlying causing the anger. But, anger is still a common and natural emotion to feel. What’s not helpful though is channeling that anger towards others or yourself when it’s not warranted. We call this displacing your anger on an suspecting person, usually someone close to you.

Here are some ways you can re-channel your anger in healthy ways. Instead of displacing, using violence, or self-sabotaging, trying writing about your anger. Try channeling it into a really dynamic art piece. Dedicate yourself to activism to make a difference in the cause you’re angry about. Let that energy out through yelling, exercise, or taking it out on your pillow.

Get to know your triggers and warning signs for anger so that you can intervene and process in a healthy way.

10/03/2024

✨ Are you ready to stop letting past trauma get in the way? ✨

At Feelings Forward Wellness, we specialize in holistic trauma treatment for individuals in New York and New Jersey. Whether you’re dealing with complex trauma, PTSD, anxiety, or attachment injuries, we are here to help you move forward.

We offer a range of transformative therapies, including:
✔️ EMDR
✔️ Ketamine-Assisted Therapy
✔️ Prolonged Exposure for PTSD
✔️ Parts Work
✔️ Yoga Therapy

We are in-network with Aetna and will also submit out-of-network superbills for reimbursement.

Take the first step today and book your free consultation! We can’t wait to support your healing.

📧 info@feelingsforwardwellness.com
📞 929-470-1186
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07/31/2024

Did you know that EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy uses belief clusters to help process trauma? Belief clusters are groups of related thoughts and feelings that shape how we see ourselves and the world. Understanding these clusters is crucial because they often contain the negative beliefs that keep us stuck in patterns of distress. By identifying and reprocessing these clusters, EMDR helps to replace them with more positive and adaptive beliefs, leading to profound healing and personal growth. Knowing your belief clusters can unlock the path to a healthier, more resilient you. ⁠
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Some examples:⁠
Safety - "I cannot trust people."⁠
Control - "I need predictability."⁠
Survival - "I'm alone."⁠
Worthfulness - "I'm unlovable."⁠
Guilt - "It's all my fault."⁠
Responsibility - "I'm responsible for everything."

07/17/2024

Feeling overwhelmed by anxiety? Try this three-step approach for relief. Start by acknowledging your anxiety: notice your physical symptoms and thoughts. Share your feelings with someone or acknowledge them to yourself by saying, "I see you, Anxiety." This recognition helps to validate your experience. Next, cope with your anxiety by using soothing techniques like splashing your face with cold water, taking a walk, deep breathing, or listening to upbeat music. These actions can provide immediate relief and help manage your symptoms. Finally, accept your anxiety by understanding that it's a part of you but not all of you. Remind yourself that this feeling is temporary and that you can sit with discomfort without needing to fix it immediately.

06/26/2024

To help you navigate these summer stressors, we’re excited to offer a new free resource: the “Peaceful Place EMDR Exercise.” This powerful tool guides you through creating a mental sanctuary where you can retreat and recharge, providing a much-needed escape from the hustle and bustle of summer life. The Peaceful Place EMDR Exercise, often used in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, involves visualizing and mentally creating a safe, serene, and calming place within your mind. This imagined place serves as a retreat where you can experience relaxation, security, and emotional comfort.

This freebie includes a guided visualization video and detailed steps in PDF and text format. Go to the “Freebies” section on our website or subscribe to our email list to receive your free guide!

06/10/2024

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Looking for the right EMDR therapist to guide you through healing from trauma? Learn how to find the best fit and make an informed choice.