Heal Your Soul Psychotherapy

11/07/2025

Healing from an overactive nervous system isn't just about changing your thoughts; it's about creating safety in the body. When your body feels safe, your mind can finally quiet down! 🧠

Here are a few gentle ways to start building that internal safety:

• 🧘 Slow, Deep Belly Breaths: Simple, but profoundly effective. Exhale longer than you inhale. This signals "safety" to your vagus nerve.

• 🦶 Grounding: Feel your feet on the floor. Name 5 things you see. Anchor yourself in the present moment.

• 🎶 Rhythmic Movement: Gentle rocking, walking, or humming can be incredibly soothing to a dysregulated system.

You have the power to soothe your system and find peace. Small, consistent steps make a huge difference!

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11/02/2025

⚠️ The Silent Danger: An overactive brain is an exhausted brain.
Constant overthinking and worry don't make you prepared—they just make you anxious, drained, and unable to sleep.
You don't need to fix everything right now. Just breathe. Let your brain power down. 🔌

42.6K likes, 549 comments. “That's What Overthinking is !!!”

11/02/2025

The world feels like it's taking a collective deep breath as we move into Autumn. The beauty of this season isn't just in the colors—it's in the quiet invitation to slow down and practice a little self-care.

Think of the crisp air as a fresh start. Just like the trees let go of their leaves, this is a beautiful time to release stress, let go of what no longer serves you, and fall back into your comforting routines. 🍁

Embrace the "cozy" this season:
🔥 Light a favorite candle and enjoy the warmth.
☕ Savor a hot drink and practice mindfulness with every sip.
🚶 Take a walk outside to appreciate the changing scenery and get some mood-boosting sunlight.
📚 Curl up with a good book and give your mind a break from the scroll.

Your mental health is your priority. Let this season be your gentle reminder to nurture your inner world. What's your favorite Autumn ritual for peace? Share it below!

10/12/2025

"You gain strength, courage, and confidence by every experience in which you really stop to look fear in the face. You must do the thing which you think you cannot do." ~ Eleanor Roosevelt ~ Trying to be the kind of psychotherapist who leads by example.

09/26/2025

This is what it looks like to do the inner child work! ❤️‍🩹

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09/25/2025

Language is everything! The way we speak to ourselves can be transformative! Shift your mind… reframe your thoughts from “I need to” to “I get to” and watch how everything changes! ✨🤯✨

7889 likes, 111 comments. “”What if you woke up tomorrow with only the things you were thankful for today?" - Anonymous 🎥 Sean Whalen”

09/25/2025

“You are braver than you believe, stronger than you seem, and smarter than you think.” ~ Christopher Robin 👊

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09/11/2025

09/07/2025

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09/04/2025

A groundbreaking study using brain scans has revealed a disturbing parallel: children exposed to intense family conflict show brain changes similar to those found in combat veterans. That’s right — the emotional warfare inside a home can mimic the neurological toll of literal battlefield trauma.

Researchers found that kids who witness chronic yelling, aggressive arguments, or domestic tension have altered brain activity in areas linked to fear, stress, and emotional regulation. These are the same brain regions often affected in soldiers returning from war zones.

The amygdala, a part of the brain responsible for processing threats and fear, becomes hypersensitive, constantly on alert. Meanwhile, the prefrontal cortex, which helps manage emotions and make rational decisions, often becomes underdeveloped or impaired. This combination can lead to long-term emotional difficulties, anxiety, or even PTSD-like symptoms later in life.

What makes this even more alarming is that many families underestimate the impact of loud fights or emotional tension on children. But the science is clear: a child's brain is shaped by the emotional climate they grow up in.

This discovery highlights the urgent need for family therapy, safe environments, and emotional education to protect developing minds. Just because there are no visible bruises doesn’t mean the damage isn’t real.

08/25/2025

"You either walk into your story and own your truth, or you live outside of your story and hustle for your worth." — Brené Brown

45.9K likes, 112 comments. “Needing something from your partner isn’t a flaw or a sign of weakness. The real issue comes from the story we tell ourselves that needing makes us less lovable or too much. That fear keeps many of us from asking clearly for what we want. Instead, we tiptoe around our...