If you’re struggling with hoarding, I want you to know something really important: you don’t have to do this alone. I know it can feel like you’re stuck in a never-ending cycle of clutter and guilt, and that maybe no one would understand what you’re going through. But the truth is, compassionate, judgment-free help is out there, and you deserve support—without feeling ashamed.
When seeking therapy, many people are unaware of the valuable option of working with a clinical intern. These are therapists-in-training, often in the final stages of their graduate or postgraduate programs, who provide high-quality care at a reduced cost. What makes this option even more appealing is that clinical interns are closely supervised by experienced and licensed professionals, ensuring that you receive expert guidance and care. Let’s explore some of the key benefits of working with a clinical intern and how this could be a great fit for you.
How did you sleep last night? If you’re one of the lucky ones who hit the pillow and slept through the night, you know how great it feels to awake, rested and energized, ready to tackle your day.
But data shows that almost 15% of U.S. adults have trouble falling asleep and 19% of the U.S. population had trouble maintaining sleep, both indicators of insomnia. Rumination may play an important role in insomnia. A Journal of Clinical Sleep Medicine article reports that sleep difficulties and rumination often go hand in hand.
The fawn response is a term used in the context of responses to trauma, particularly in the model known as the “four Fs” – fight, flight, freeze, and fawn. These responses describe different ways individuals react when faced with a threat. The fawn response specifically refers to a person’s tendency to seek safety and avoid conflict by complying with the wishes and demands of others. It involves an extreme focus on pleasing others and maintaining harmony, even at the expense of one’s own needs, boundaries, and well-being.
If you have ever suffered from anxiety, you know that it can feel like an uninvited guest that can hijack your thoughts, emotions, and even your physical sensations. It can feel like being trapped in a never-ending loop of fear and doubt, where the world feels like a threatening place, and your own mind becomes your worst enemy. While the mind is racing, anxiety also manifests in physical sensations. Common symptoms include a rapid heartbeat, shortness of breath, sweaty palms, trembling, dizziness, and a churning or queasy feeling in the stomach.
According to research conducted by the National Eating Disorders Association (NEDA), approximately 30 million people in the United States will experience an eating disorder at some point in their lives. These disorders are often rooted in a distorted perception of one’s body and an unhealthy fixation on physical appearance. Additionally, self-harm behaviors are often used as a coping mechanism for individuals struggling with emotional distress exacerbated by negative self-image, body-shame and feelings of worthlessness.
