Everyone talks about how the holidays are a time of joy and happiness. But for those living with trauma and mental health conditions, the holidays can be a particularly difficult time. Maybe you are struggling with memories of past traumas, or simply dealing with overwhelming triggers. It can be hard to navigate through the holidayContinue reading “Trauma Triggers: 5 Tips on Navigating Them During the Holidays”
Author Archives: Melissa Mellon, LMFT
EMDR Therapy and LGBTQIA+ Women in the Workplace
You’re one of the few, proud, LGBTQIA+ women in the workplace. You’ve worked hard to get where you are, and now you’re faced with a whole new set of challenges. Perhaps, you’re the only LGBTQIA+ woman in your office. So, when any of your colleagues want an opinion on “the gay experience”, you’re the oneContinue reading “EMDR Therapy and LGBTQIA+ Women in the Workplace”
How EMDR Can Help: Microaggressions in the Workplace
You’re seeking out EMDR treatment because of microaggressions in the workplace. At work, your boss casually asks you a question that makes you the mouthpiece for your entire race or ethnicity. Or, maybe an assumption is made about you or your abilities because of your race. It is especially frustrating when you are passed overContinue reading “How EMDR Can Help: Microaggressions in the Workplace”
What Is A Toxic Relationship and What Can You Do About It?
You may have heard about toxic relationships from the media, your friends, or even in therapy. So, what is a toxic relationship? It seems to be one of those things people talk about but don’t even fully understand. That’s why this blog is here to give you the tea on toxic relationships. What is aContinue reading “What Is A Toxic Relationship and What Can You Do About It?”
How to Make Friends as an Adult: Guidance from a California Therapist
As an adult, making friends can be hard. You’re no longer in school. As a result, you don’t have the same opportunities to meet people that you did when you were younger. A lot of the time friendships for adults are formed through work, school, kids, etc. But what if you don’t have any ofContinue reading “How to Make Friends as an Adult: Guidance from a California Therapist“
Returning to Work Postpartum: Tips from a Postpartum Anxiety Therapist for Handling Postpartum
Returning to Work Postpartum: Tips from a Postpartum Anxiety Therapist for Handling Postpartum Having your baby was a major life change. So, it’s only natural that returning to work after maternity leave can feel overwhelming. You might feel pulled in a million different directions. You’re trying to be the best possible mom, while also givingContinue reading “Returning to Work Postpartum: Tips from a Postpartum Anxiety Therapist for Handling Postpartum“
A Therapist’s Guide for How EMDR Can Help You Manage Triggers in The Workplace
You’re at work, minding your own business when suddenly you’re hit with a trigger. It may be a task or assignment that feels impossible. Or, it’s a request from your boss that feels unreasonable. It may be a coworker who just can’t seem to understand what boundaries are. For anyone who’s experienced trauma, the workplaceContinue reading “A Therapist’s Guide for How EMDR Can Help You Manage Triggers in The Workplace”
Moms, Anxiety, and Perfectionism
A New Chapter for Moms: Living Life Outside of Anxiety and Perfectionism Raising kids is hard! But, it can be even harder when you’re struggling with anxiety and the perfectionism that comes with it. Many moms put their needs on the back burner in favor of taking care of everyone else. You may be soContinue reading “Moms, Anxiety, and Perfectionism”
Navigating College and Young Adulthood with ADHD
It’s hard enough being a college student and a young adult. But, when you add ADHD into the mix, it can feel almost impossible. It’s easy to feel like you’re not cut out for college or the “real world”. Especially when you’re often struggling with things that seem to come so easily to others. But,Continue reading “Navigating College and Young Adulthood with ADHD”
My Kid Just Came Out As LGBTQ, How Do I Respond?
Your child has come out as LGBTQ. This is a momentous occasion. And, it is also one that can be fraught with challenges and difficult conversations. How do you respond? Should you tell other family members? How do you support your child without “othering” them? It’s okay to have questions. In fact, it’s great thatContinue reading “My Kid Just Came Out As LGBTQ, How Do I Respond?”