The Center for Growth

11/16/2025

Mindfulness is one of the most powerful tools we use in s*x therapy because it brings you back into your body. When you’re anxious, distracted, or judging yourself, your nervous system shuts down the pathways that support arousal and pleasure.

Mindfulness slows everything down. Instead of worrying about how you look, what your partner thinks, or whether you’re “doing it right,” you learn to simply notice sensation: warmth, breath, tingling, pressure, emotion.

This shift from performance to presence is often life-changing.

Mindfulness based s*x therapy blends mindfulness with somatic grounding, compassionate communication, and breathwork to help you feel safe enough to open, explore, and enjoy.

You don’t need to be spiritual or follow a specific belief system. You just need to be willing to slow down and pay attention.

Pleasure grows in the moments where you feel grounded and connected — to yourself and to your partner.

�Curious how mindfulness can transform intimacy? Our therapists can help. Schedule an appointment at https://thecenterforgrowth.com/therapy/schedule-an-appointment or for help scheduling call our intake line at 215-922-LOVE (5683) x 100.

11/15/2025

Need help changing your mindset? Schedule an appointment with one of our therapists at https://thecenterforgrowth.com/therapy/schedule-an-appointment

11/13/2025

To schedule a therapy appointment, visit us at https://thecenterforgrowth.com/therapy/schedule-an-appointment

11/10/2025

😂 Just kidding! If you want to focus on your mental health, schedule an appointment at https://thecenterforgrowth.com/therapy/schedule-an-appointment

11/07/2025

Therapist Emily Davis explains how to use the "Intentional Countdown" to break out of ADHD paralysis. https://www.instagram.com/reel/DQvWl1WD-xt/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igsh=em5mbDF2M2J1dmY5

To schedule an appointment, visit us at https://thecenterforgrowth.com.

Watch the full video here: https://youtu.be/S_zbdzuK4Sc?si=o4LPHwWPqd1RSgI9

Read about how to use the Intentional Countdown here: https://thecenterforgrowth.com/tips/breaking-through-adhd-paralysis-with-the-intentional-countdown

11/06/2025

Now Open: Virtual Chronic Pain and Illness Support Group, meeting Tuesdays at 8pm!

10/29/2025

We're offering a virtual support group Mondays at 8pm for people struggling with grief. Please give us a call for more information 215-922-5683 x100 x111

10/28/2025

We're offering a new virtual support group Wednesdays at 7pm for people in PA!

10/17/2025

Love this adaptation of the 5 love languages!

10/16/2025

09/28/2025

Struggling with ADHD? We can help!

ADHD Paralysis with the intentional countdown: ADHD Therapy "When we do a simple task, we’re not just dealing with the task, we are also dealing with the…

09/10/2025

Your Body Remembers What Your Childhood Nervous System Felt

Researchers revealed a fascinating connection between our childhood experiences and our adult bodies. A new study shows that the patterns and signals formed by the nervous system in early life leave lasting imprints that continue to influence the way our bodies function decades later. These neural “memories” are not just in the brain—they are embedded in muscles, organs, and even immune responses, silently carrying the story of our earliest experiences.

The implications are profound. Childhood stress, trauma, or even nurturing environments can shape how we respond to stress, regulate emotions, and maintain physical health as adults. For instance, early exposure to chronic stress may affect heart rate, digestion, and immune resilience long after the triggering events have passed. Conversely, positive childhood experiences can strengthen neural pathways that support emotional stability, learning, and overall wellbeing.

This research challenges the long-held assumption that our adult bodies are entirely separate from our early experiences. Instead, it highlights a deeply interconnected system where mind and body continuously communicate, reminding us that healing and personal growth may involve more than just addressing the present, it may require understanding and nurturing the echoes of our past.

By recognising that our bodies carry the story of our childhood nervous system, we gain new tools for health, self-awareness, and emotional resilience. Every ache, tension, or reaction may hold a clue about the life we lived and the ways we can shape a healthier future.