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Brainspotting and Neurodivergence

Brainspotting is a trauma-focused therapy that uses eye position, body awareness, and the client’s internal experience to support emotional processing. Taylor Alley, A-LPC/MHSP, explores why this flexible, body-based approach may be especially supportive for neurodivergent clients, including those with ADHD, autism, sensory sensitivities, or non-linear processing styles.

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Is It Anxiety or Intuition? How to Tell the Difference

We often hear “trust your gut” but what if your gut feels anxious all the time? This article explores how to tell the difference between anxiety’s alarms and intuition’s quiet wisdom, including how this may look different for autistic and ADHD individuals.

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Spoon Theory: Understanding Energy Limits with Compassion

ever feel like everyday tasks drain you faster than others seem to? spoon theory offers a compassionate, research-informed way to understand your energy, explain your bandwidth to others, and care for yourself with more clarity. this post unpacks what it means to be a “spoonie”—especially if you live with anxiety, adhd, or are neurodivergent.

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love, actually

Valentine’s Day can make it feel like love should be a picture-perfect romance. However, it can and should be about love in all its forms—including the love you show yourself. Here’s how to embrace love in a deeper, more meaningful way this year.

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Resolutions That Align with Your Values

Setting realistic and meaningful goals for the new year is about embracing who you already are. This guide explores how to align your resolutions with your values, break them into actionable steps, and practice self-compassion when progress isn’t perfect. Growth isn’t about becoming someone new—it’s about leaning into your true self.

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