As a therapist deeply committed to helping individuals and families navigate the challenges of mental health, I recently had the privilege of completing advanced training in Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) therapy through the International OCD Foundation.

From creating birth plans to researching the best methods or items for you and your new baby, parenthood can be overwhelming and exciting at the same time.

Resilience is the ability to bounce back from challenges, adapt to adversity, and keep moving forward despite setbacks. As parents or caretakers, we often want to “fix” problems for our kids. It can be so tempting to see a problem and solve it for the ones we love.

Have you ever felt a lump in your throat when recalling a difficult memory? Or noticed tension in your shoulders when stressed?

Welcome to the anxiety trap that doesn’t let go. Here’s how it works. The anxiety-inducing situation leads to worry, fear, the feeling of being overwhelmed, and it can be difficult to stop thinking about the anxiety inducing thoughts on your own.

Many of us were not taught how to manage our emotions in a healthy way much less understand what they are trying to convey.