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How to Identify the Triggers of Your Anxiety: A Therapist’s Perspective
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How to Identify the Triggers of Your Anxiety: A Therapist’s Perspective

Anxiety can have a severe impact on one’s mental health, relationships, and overall quality of life. Fortunately, identifying triggers and taking steps to manage or avoid them can be an effective way to manage anxiety. As a therapist, I have worked with countless individuals who have struggled with anxiety, and I have found that understanding triggers is an essential…

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Conquering Anxiety: How Therapy Can Help You Take Back Control

Do you ever find yourself feeling anxious or overwhelmed by the stresses of daily life? You’re not alone! Anxiety is a common issue that many of us face, but the good news is, anxiety therapy can help you take back control and live a more fulfilling life. And if you’re in California, there are many options available to you….

Brainspotting: The Therapy That Can Help You Heal Your Unresolved Trauma
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Brainspotting: The Therapy That Can Help You Heal Your Unresolved Trauma

Have you ever felt stuck in negative thoughts, like no matter how hard you try, you just can’t move forward? Or you’re feeling a lot of anxiety around situations or people because of unresolved trauma. If so, brainspotting might be the answer. Brainspotting is a type of psychotherapy that can help you process unresolved trauma, anxiety, challenging life events, and…

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Healing from Trauma: Strategies and Techniques from a Therapist

Healing from trauma can be a challenging and complex process, but it is possible with the right strategies and techniques. If you or someone you know is struggling with the aftermath of trauma, it’s important to seek professional help. A trained trauma therapist can provide guidance, helping you to develop the skills and strategies needed to heal and…

Two Stories, One Outcome by Ruth Christine Dimagmaliw, LMFT

Two Stories, One Outcome by Ruth Christine Dimagmaliw, LMFT

Meet Melody She identifies as a 1.5-generation, Asian-American woman and is in her early 30’s. She currently lives in the Bay Area, CA as a project manager at a tech company and has been in her industry for nearly ten years. Melody works long nights and occasional weekends to finish projects at work. She strives to…

How a Depression Therapist Can Help You With Your Depression

How a Depression Therapist Can Help You With Your Depression

Depression is a serious mental health condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can cause a range of symptoms. Persistent feelings of sadness or loss of interest in daily activities. Other symptoms include changes in appetite and sleep patterns, fatigue, and a lack of energy. While depression can be challenging to manage on your own,…

Questions You Should Ask Your Online Trauma Therapist

Questions You Should Ask Your Online Trauma Therapist

Experiencing trauma can have a profound and lasting impact on a person’s life. It can manifest in many ways. Such as anxiety, depression, flashbacks, and even physical symptoms like chronic pain. Seeking therapy can be a helpful way to work through the trauma and move forward in life. Online therapy, in particular, has become popular and…

Benefits of Going to an Asian American Therapist

Benefits of Going to an Asian American Therapist

As a mental health therapist, I understand that choosing the right therapist is essential for effective treatment. It is possible to overlook the influence of the therapist’s cultural background in the decision-making process. One thing to keep in mind is the therapist’s cultural background. It can influence the success of the therapeutic relationship. In this…

How Trauma Therapists Can Help You Battle Unresolved Trauma

How Trauma Therapists Can Help You Battle Unresolved Trauma

Do you struggle with unresolved trauma and negative thoughts from traumatic events? If so, you’re not alone. Trauma can be debilitating. Many people find themselves feeling stuck and unable to move forward in life. There is hope. Trauma therapy can be an effective way to work through and address unresolved trauma. Trauma therapists have trained to help…

Brainspotting For Trauma: Is It Right For You?

Brainspotting For Trauma: Is It Right For You?

When you have faced trauma in your life, it can be difficult to cope with the emotional and physical effects. Thankfully, there are therapies that therapists use to help people heal from trauma. One such therapy is Brainspotting (BSP). However, how do you know if BSP is the right therapy for you? What is Brainspotting? Brainspotting is…