JoAnn Rey MA, LPC-S

11/07/2025

Interesting.

11/06/2025

Social anxiety isn’t about not knowing who you are. It’s about your nervous system going into alert mode in social situations.

When your brain thinks you’re being judged, evaluated, or misunderstood, it’s not telling you to “be chill.”
It’s telling you:

• “Be careful.”
• “Don’t mess up.”
• “Say the right thing or the’ll leave.”

That’s not personality.
That’s protection.

So instead of “just be yourself,” try:

“You’re safe here.”
“You don’t have to perform.”
“You’re allowed to take your time.”

Safety helps people open.
Not pressure.

11/06/2025

10/31/2025

Interesting read.

Explore the psychological meanings behind Halloween symbols, from ghosts to jack-o'-lanterns, and uncover their deeper significance in our lives.

10/30/2025

Healing looks different for everyone. Acknowledge that day to day is healing and let it continue on its natural coarse.

10/27/2025

Late-life depression poses unique challenges, impacting cognitive function and requiring tailored treatment strategies for older adults.

09/30/2025

Emotional presence is everything. Let’s be there to comfort, create safe, nurturing spaces, and help kids heal, so they never have to feel alone with the pain. 💚

GenMindful.com | Make connection a habit.

09/30/2025

Something to keep in mind with the holidays coming up. Tradition doesn’t mean they can never be changed.

07/21/2025

I just want to say that teletherapy and 6 yr olds mix about as well as drinking orange juice after you just brushed your teeth. Just don’t do it. 😂

07/20/2025

We always want our clients to feel better no matter what but ……. can we get a LITTLE credit. Lol