Anxiety
Money anxiety isn’t always loud or obvious. Sometimes it shows up quietly in the background of your day, in small decisions that feel heavier than they should, or in a constant sense of worry about your financial situation. Even when your finances are relatively stable, your relationship with money can still feel stressful. And when it does, it can start to affect your mental health, your physical health, and your overall well-being in ways that are easy…
Financial therapy works by helping you understand the connection between your emotions and your financial decisions, so you can begin to respond to money in a way that feels steadier, more intentional, and less overwhelming. If you’ve been curious about financial therapy but unsure what actually happens in a session, that uncertainty is very common. For many people, the idea of talking about money, especially the emotional side of it, can feel unfamiliar. But in practice, financial…
Financial therapy is a form of counseling that helps you understand your relationship with money—how you think about it, how you feel about it, and how those feelings shape your financial decisions. It sits at the intersection of mental health and personal finance, focusing not just on what’s happening with your finances, but why it feels the way it does. For many people, money carries more weight than just numbers. It’s tied to security, identity, and emotional…
In today’s world, anxiety has become a common struggle that many of us face. Whether it is the pressure of work, relationships, or the constant stress from social media, the demands of life can be overwhelming. While there are many strategies for managing anxiety, my personal favorite is the “Soham” mantra while meditating. I know the last thing we want to hear when in a state of panic is to meditate because we feel as if we…
Anxiety is likely a word you have heard before, but how do you know if what you are experiencing is anxiety? Anxiety is a response that typically occurs when the body is under stress, in an unfamiliar situation, or in danger. Anyone can experience anxiety but not everyone has an anxiety disorder, so how do you know the difference? Symptoms of Anxiety: First, I will start by explaining the symptoms of an anxiety disorder. The most common…
In Parts 1 and 2, I introduced coping skills and cognitive restructuring techniques. Hopefully, you had a chance to try them out. Now, I will tie this blog series together through a discussion of core beliefs and acceptance. What are Core Beliefs? In Part 1, I briefly touched upon core beliefs. To recap, core beliefs about a situation can lead to anxiety, and processing these core beliefs can be beneficial. Now, let’s delve deeper into the concept…
In Part 1, I introduced various coping skills for managing anxiety. I hope you had a chance to try out those techniques. Now, I will discuss strategies to understand, challenge and reframe maladaptive thoughts. This approach is rooted in the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) At its core, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), is about changing the way we think and behave in order to reduce anxiety. It operates on the premise that…
If you are reading this post, chances are you’re experiencing some level of anxiety. What if I told you that you hold more control over your anxiety than it does over you? Anxiety often feels overwhelming, but it is important to recognize that you can navigate through it. Anxiousness and Control It is natural to feel consumed by anxiety, as if it is completely beyond your control. However, anxiety is a response to perceived threats or stressors.…
Steven Losardo, LMFT The efficient relationship of holistic internal self and external interactions is essential to maintaining a healthy balance in life. Habits, routines, emotions, physical functioning, and thoughts intertwine our life situations. Further, even if we are all in the same situation, each will have a unique story as we relate to it. When depression or anxiety impacts our lives, we need to review the dynamic of this inside-outside relationship to improve and manage symptoms effectively.…
Megan Mulroy, LPC Making the choice to freeze your eggs can be an empowering and life-changing decision for many folks assigned female at birth. Many AFAB people know they want children one day but aren’t ready for that commitment. On the other hand, many AFAB people are undecided if they want to be a parent, but don’t want that choice taken away from them before it’s too late. Unfortunately, freezing your eggs is expensive and often inaccessible,…
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