CORE Therapy

01/17/2026

01/16/2026

Therapists are people, too.

I don’t practice from a ‘blank slate.’ I wanted to share a photo of my family because I’m a wife and a mother, and these roles have shaped my perspective. My lived experience includes being a coach’s wife, a sports mom, a Marine mom, and a full-time working mother for 18+ years. This experience doesn’t replace clinical training or boundaries—it informs my understanding and helps me support clients in similar roles with greater attunement and effectiveness.

01/15/2026

I see this a lot: parents using the ride home as a coaching moment.

Hard truth: it’s a decompression zone. I’m guilty of this too. Give yourself grace, let them breathe, and remember — presence > perfection.

01/14/2026

Book reco! 📚 📘 📖

Atlas of the Heart is like a reference book for emotions—it helps you name what you’re feeling and understand yourself better, making it an amazing resource for anyone wanting to connect more deeply with themselves and others.

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01/13/2026

Coaches don’t just evaluate talent.

They evaluate character.

They’re watching what you do when:
✔ no one is cheering
✔ mistakes happen
✔ things aren’t going your way

That’s where the difference is made.

01/09/2026

There’s no “right” music before a game.

Some people need calming music to settle their nervous system and sharpen focus.
Some people need hype music to raise energy and get activated.

Both are regulation strategies.
The key is knowing what you need, not copying someone else’s playlist.

Music is a tool. Use it to get into your best state!

01/07/2026

Book reco! 📚 📘 📖

Trauma lives in the body. 💔
The Body Keeps the Score explores how trauma affects mind and body, offering tools for healing. Personally, I thought this book was very enlightening.

Warning: Some readers find parts intense or triggering, and some therapists critique it for being too anecdotal or not always clinically precise.

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01/06/2026

Some of the loneliest moments are when we finally open up… and it’s dismissed.

If you want someone to confide in you, make sure you value it when they do.

01/02/2026

Hard truth: we can’t fix everything — even as parents. I remind myself of this constantly. Showing up, being present, and letting them feel their feelings is enough. Give yourself grace — we know better, we do better.