Inward Healing Therapy

Inward Healing Therapy Trauma therapy across California for people wanting to improve their relationships and heal from childhood trauma.

It's 2am and your brain is off to the races again.One thought. Then another. Then suddenly you've convinced yourself tha...
04/29/2026

It's 2am and your brain is off to the races again.

One thought. Then another. Then suddenly you've convinced yourself that everything is falling apart and somehow it all feels completely real.

If that's familiar, it is more common than you realize, and you've come to the right place for support. You're just caught in a negative thought spiral, and we can teach you practical skills to manage it.
→ Your mind scanning for every worst-case scenario it can find
→ Thoughts that feel like facts, even when they're fear talking
→ That exhausting urge to just think your way to an answer right now

Here's what I want you to know: your thoughts are not facts. And you don't have to stay stuck in them.

I wrote a full blog post walking you through 5 gentle, practical steps to catch a spiral early, interrupt it, and redirect toward something that actually helps. No toxic positivity. Just real tools that work.

Because you are not your thoughts. And you deserve to feel that way.

👉 Read the full blog at the link below.
https://inwardhealingtherapy.com/blog/how-to-stop-negative-thought-spirals-and-get-out-of-your-head

There's something that comes up a lot in trauma work but rarely gets said out loud:Complex trauma can make sexual intima...
04/08/2026

There's something that comes up a lot in trauma work but rarely gets said out loud:

Complex trauma can make sexual intimacy really, really hard.

Not in a small way. We're talking about:
→ Struggling to say what you need
→ Pulling back from closeness over time, even when you want to be near
→ Being physically present but completely in your head, analyzing, monitoring, bracing

If that sounds familiar, this is not a flaw in you. This is what trauma does to a nervous system that learned to stay on guard.

I wrote a full blog post on this: why complex trauma and sexual intimacy are so deeply connected, what's actually happening beneath the surface, and what you can start doing to gently come back to yourself.

Because healing isn't about pushing through the discomfort. It's about slowly, intentionally coming home to your body.

👉 Read the full blog at the link below.
https://inwardhealingtherapy.com/blog/how-complex-trauma-negatively-impacts-sexual-intimacy

A lot of people are feeling anxious and unsettled right now. Watching events unfold across the country can make it hard ...
02/06/2026

A lot of people are feeling anxious and unsettled right now. Watching events unfold across the country can make it hard not to wonder what it means for our own communities here in San Diego.

That anxiety isn’t irrational. It’s a response to uncertainty and fear.

Preparedness doesn’t mean panic. It can look like:
- Knowing your rights and local resources
- Staying connected with neighbors and community groups
- Taking action in ways that feel sustainable
- Caring for your mental health while staying informed

These ideas are explored in "How Can We Be More Prepared: A San Diego Guide to Community Safety and Action", which shares practical, local steps you can take right now.

👉 Read the full blog here: https://inwardhealingtherapy.com/blog/how-can-we-be-more-prepared-a-san-diego-guide-to-community-safety-and-action

If this feels helpful, consider sharing it with someone who might need it today.

Don’t miss out on an opportunity to have more access to therapists who are a good fit for you and specialized in what yo...
11/26/2025

Don’t miss out on an opportunity to have more access to therapists who are a good fit for you and specialized in what you need support with. When you pick the right insurance you create more avenues for trauma healing, improving your relationships, and achieving your goals.

DM me if you have any questions 😊

Two therapists networking in sunny San Diego 🌞Had the pleasure of meeting Ginny and chatted about everything private pra...
11/23/2025

Two therapists networking in sunny San Diego 🌞

Had the pleasure of meeting Ginny and chatted about everything private practice. Connected over dating stories, travel, and our love for dogs. If you’re in need of couples counseling definitely consider her ☺️

Life lately has been daily walks, listening to audiobooks, pet sitting, being in nature, catching up with friends, and r...
11/18/2025

Life lately has been daily walks, listening to audiobooks, pet sitting, being in nature, catching up with friends, and recharging. My life has been full of peace and my nervous system feels it. 🧘🏻‍♀️

Fun fact a stranger asked for a bite of my chocolate covered banana and I let him bite it. I was feeling generous 😂

Do you ever feel like no matter how much you achieve, it never feels like enough?For many first- and second-generation i...
11/14/2025

Do you ever feel like no matter how much you achieve, it never feels like enough?

For many first- and second-generation immigrants, success carries not just personal meaning but the weight of family sacrifice, expectation, and unspoken pressure.

This can show up as:
- Perfectionism and burnout
- Guilt for setting boundaries
- Feeling caught between cultures
- Difficulty slowing down or resting

Healing doesn’t mean rejecting your roots. It’s about learning to honor your culture and care for your emotional well-being.

💭 What would it look like to redefine success on your own terms — one that includes peace, rest, and self-acceptance?

👉 Read the full blog here: https://inwardhealingtherapy.com/blog/healing-childhood-trauma-as-a-first-or-second-generation-immigrant

Feeling anxious in relationships or find yourself withdrawing from others?This might be your attachment style speaking. ...
10/16/2025

Feeling anxious in relationships or find yourself withdrawing from others?

This might be your attachment style speaking. If you grew up with inconsistent care or emotional neglect, you might struggle with anxious or avoidant attachment. The good news? You can reparent yourself and offer your inner child the love, guidance, and protection you may not have received as a kid.

Reparenting isn’t about “fixing” yourself. It’s about:
1. Self-mothering: offering compassion and warmth to your inner child
2. Self-fathering: providing protection, boundaries, and safety
3. Healing through awareness: understanding your triggers and soothing your nervous system

With gentle practice, you can build inner safety, trust, and emotional resilience—creating a foundation for healthier relationships and a more compassionate self.

✨ Tip: Start by journaling to your inner child. Write what they needed to hear, then read it back daily.

👉 Read the full blog here: https://inwardhealingtherapy.com/blog/how-to-reparent-yourself-if-you-have-an-anxious-or-avoidant-attachment

Have you ever felt “flooded” with emotions or like you’re completely shut down?That’s your nervous system moving into a ...
10/09/2025

Have you ever felt “flooded” with emotions or like you’re completely shut down?

That’s your nervous system moving into a survival response (fight, flight, freeze, or fawn). It’s your body trying to protect you — but living in that state for too long is draining.

💡 Healing happens when we gently remind the body that safety exists here and now.

Some simple ways to regulate your nervous system:
1. Try grounding (5 things you see, 4 you feel, 3 you hear, 2 you smell, 1 you taste)
2. Breathe in for 4, hold for 4, exhale for 6–8
3. Place your hand on your heart and belly for soothing touch
4. Connect with someone you feel safe with

Remember, you are not broken. Your body is protecting you the best way it knows how. With practice, you can move from survival mode to peace.

👉 Save this post to come back to when you feel triggered.

💌 Learn more: https://inwardhealingtherapy.com/blog/how-to-regulate-your-nervous-system-after-experiencing-trauma

If you struggle with saying no because you don’t want to upset anyone, you’re not alone.As people-pleasers, we often pri...
09/18/2025

If you struggle with saying no because you don’t want to upset anyone, you’re not alone.

As people-pleasers, we often prioritize everyone else’s needs over our own — but boundaries aren’t selfish, they’re essential.

Here’s a reframe:

✨ Saying no isn’t rejection. It’s protection. ✨

Some simple boundary-setting phrases you can try this week:

“I’m not available at that time, but thank you for inviting me.”
“I’d prefer to change the subject.”
“Please don’t touch me.”

At first it might feel uncomfortable — even “rude” — but with practice, you’ll see that boundaries create healthier, more respectful relationships.

💌 Learn more: https://inwardhealingtherapy.com/blog/how-to-set-boundaries-especially-if-youre-a-people-pleaser

👉 Save this post as a reminder next time you feel guilty for saying no.

Why it’s important to see a therapist who specializes in childhood trauma and seeing a therapist who has actually done t...
09/11/2025

Why it’s important to see a therapist who specializes in childhood trauma and seeing a therapist who has actually done the work. Doing the work has made me 100x better at my job.

“Childhood trauma isn’t about what happened—it’s about how it shaped the way you see yourself and the world.”

The impact of childhood trauma often shows up in subtle ways:
✨ Overthinking
✨ People-pleasing
✨ Feeling “not enough”
✨ Struggling to trust others

But here’s the truth: You can learn new patterns. Healing is possible. 🌱

💌 Learn more: https://inwardhealingtherapy.com/blog/what-is-childhood-trauma-and-how-to-know-if-you-have-it


“I can’t tell you how many clients ask me: ‘How do I trust people again after everything I’ve been through?’If you grew ...
09/04/2025

“I can’t tell you how many clients ask me: ‘How do I trust people again after everything I’ve been through?’

If you grew up with emotionally immature parents or experienced narcissistic abuse in relationships, it makes sense that trusting others feels complicated. Your nervous system learned to confuse familiarity with safety.

But healing is possible.
💜 You can learn to set boundaries.
💜 You can spot red flags earlier.
💜 And most importantly — you can experience relationships with people who are safe, consistent, and supportive.

I wrote my latest blog to walk you through:
✨ How to recognize narcissistic behaviors
✨ Practical ways to protect yourself
✨ What emotionally mature relationships look like

👉 Learn more: https://inwardhealingtherapy.com/blog/have-a-hard-time-trusting-people

If this resonates with you, you’re not alone. Reach out for a free consultation — together, we’ll work on rebuilding your trust and creating the healthy connections you deserve.


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5252 Balboa Avenue #801
San Diego, CA
92117

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Tuesday 8am - 5pm
Wednesday 8am - 5pm
Thursday 8am - 5pm
Friday 8am - 5pm

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+14085160363

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