Divorce is often talked about as an emotional loss. What is less often named is that divorce is also a physiological and identity-level disruption. From a trauma-informed perspective, divorce impacts three core systems at once: Attachment: how safety and closeness are...
Divorce is a legal, relational event, but it's also a major nervous system transition. Even when divorce is chosen, the body experiences disruption to attachment, identity, and safety. This is why healing can feel uneven, confusing, or unexpectedly intense, especially...
Relationship Betrayal is not just relational; it's an attachment injury. Whether the betrayal came through infidelity, secrecy, emotional withdrawal, or broken trust, the nervous system experiences it as a threat to safety and connection. This is why betrayal...
Anxiety is a common emotion that many seek therapy to help manage. When our worries are constant and out of control, anxiety can negatively impact everything we do and how we experience life, creating more distress in our lives. While we don't ever fully get rid...
Breakups are painful at any time of year. During the holidays, that pain can feel amplified. Traditions, family gatherings, shared memories, and cultural expectations of joy often collide with grief, loneliness, and uncertainty. Many people tell us that the holidays...
Betrayal trauma is becoming more widely recognized and discussed. Betrayal trauma, also known as relationship trauma, can impair our functioning similar to other types of trauma, and can have negative impacts on our mental, emotional, and physical state. While...
The holidays can be a time of both joy and sorrow, especially after experiencing personal loss. Grief can make it hard to engage in and enjoy your usual holiday traditions, but it can also be challenging to try something new. In this post, we explore ways to navigate...
The New Year often arrives with noise. Goals. Resolutions. Pressure to transform quickly and visibly. For many people, especially those navigating anxiety, grief, burnout, or major life transitions, this intensity can feel less motivating and more overwhelming. Our...
Finding the right therapist can be a difficult task, but it’s an important one. Studies show that the therapeutic relationship is a major predictor of therapy success, even outweighing the clinical techniques used. At Rooted Counseling and Wellness, we have a variety...
Being “ready” for therapy is subjective and different for every person. Whether you’re someone who does a lot of research before moving forward or just dives in, here are a few things to think about to help you choose to start working with a therapist. 1. Mood and...