Notes
Whether or not we work together, I hope you find some of this information useful.
Grounding Techniques for Trauma and Anxiety: How to Come Back to the Present
Grounding techniques can help bring you back to the here and now. They aren’t a cure for trauma or anxiety, but they are practical tools you can use to steady your nervous system when things start to spiral.
Sometimes Surviving Is Enough: Setting the Bar at “Don’t Make It Worse”
There are moments when even basic functioning feels out of reach. And trying to push yourself into a place of thriving can actually make things worse.
Sometimes, the most compassionate thing you can do is to shift the goal entirely. Instead of trying to get better, what if the bar is just: don’t make it worse?
When Closeness Feels Unsafe: Navigating Intimacy After Trauma
For many people who’ve experienced trauma, especially relational trauma, intimacy can feel threatening. Even if you long for connection, your body might pull away. You might shut down, lash out, or feel overwhelmed by closeness you thought you wanted.
This isn’t about being avoidant or damaged. It’s often a trauma response. And it makes sense.
The Overwhelm Loop: Managing Executive Dysfunction and Anxiety Spirals
You know you need to start. You stare at the task, the email, the calendar, the pile. But instead of doing the thing, your mind starts spinning. You feel pressure, dread, and maybe even shame. You try to will yourself into action, but instead you freeze, scroll, or walk away. And then the guilt kicks in.
Vicarious Trauma: When Witnessing Pain Changes You
You don’t have to live through something directly for it to affect you deeply. Sometimes, simply witnessing someone else’s suffering can leave a lasting imprint. Whether it’s through your work, the news, or relationships, you may find yourself carrying pain that isn’t technically yours but still feels heavy.