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What is EMDR therapy? EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing and is an 8 phase approach to helping the brain’s natural ability to heal and move through difficult life experiences so your brain and body can stay present and clear – even when confronted with triggers and challenges. EMDR is designed to activate […]
& Other Resources From Holly Kelley, LMFT The fact that you’re worried about being a good mom means you’re probably already a really good mom! – Holly Kelley, LMFT Honoring Transitions No matter what transition you’re going through in life, it’s important to honor it and be present with how it impacts your life, emotional […]
Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S) and What Every Athlete (& Their Loved Ones) Needs To Know About Changes To The Female Athlete Triad The Female Athlete Triad (FAT), coined in 1992 by the American College of Sports Medicine, described the intersection of and relationship between disordered eating, irregular menses and osteoporosis (bone less), and […]
We have an epidemic of perfectionism: unrealistic expectations, standards and pressures. It is taking a toll on our relationships, our physical and emotional health, our families, our work and school performance. And it is hiding right before our eyes – masked as a strong work ethic, high standards, attention to feeding and moving well, and […]
Instead of trying to get rid of the part of you causing you so much pain, harm and distress – befriend it and acknowledge it has a purpose. Then get to know that purpose with curiosity and compassion. Wait, what? Flashback to 10 years ago when I was sitting in a large auditorium filled with […]
Reproductive loss is an inclusive spectrum of loss that ranges from the ambiguous loss experienced in infertility, to miscarriage (loss of a pregnancy before 20 weeks), stillbirth (loss of a pregnancy after 20 weeks), as well as elective adoptions and abortions.
As 2017 winds down and you are in the in between space of Christmas and New Year’s, this is a great time to reflect, plan, and dream. Making time to do this end-of-the-year ritual is a worthy practice to work into this time of year. We updated our download Looking Forward:Looking Back for you – which […]
Potentia Spotlight: Chris Cessna, LMFT, MFC Working with Chris and getting to know his heart and passion for helping people live more connected and meaningful lives is truly inspiring. In a world where cynicism runs rampant, Chris is a breathe of fresh air with his integrity around this profession, work ethic, and passion for always learning […]
Potentia Spotlight: Megan Hellner, DrPH, MPH, RD “This is a new series which will feature many of the incredible clinicians at Potentia. I am thrilled to have Megan Hellner kick off this series as we have been working together for over a decade. She was all in when I shared with her a vision to have […]
Hello and happy fall! Last week, we shared a document compiled by Potentia therapist Stephanie Godwin about some important mindful self care practices. This week, we share a companion handout – a mindful self-care check list. These are not revolutionary questions but years of working with clients has taught us that checking in on the […]
