For victims of crime, recounting their trauma to investigators, police, attorneys, advocates, and in court is often a necessary part of seeking justice and healing emotional wounds. However, the process of telling their story, known as a trauma narrative, is often...
Delayed flights. Crowded airports. Long flights with muscle aches and disrupted sleep. While traveling should be an enjoyable experience, it often comes with significant stress. A recent study found that 92% of Americans say travel is nerve-racking. In fact,...
Physical pain is something that we all have had experience with; falling down, dealing with sports injuries, headaches, etc. When your pain is intense, it is almost impossible to employ typical pain management techniques, like taking a slow, deep breath. This is...
You’re on stage as the lights dim; the curtain rises, and suddenly, your heart pounds—not from excitement, but from panic. Or imagine sitting in a critical meeting where your boss expects you to speak up. As your turn draws near, your thoughts scatter and your...
As a mental health therapist, I’ve witnessed firsthand the debilitating effects of test anxiety on bright, hard-working individuals. It’s heart-wrenching to see their talent and effort overshadowed by test anxiety. Many people who struggle with test...
