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Facing the Ghosts of Past Trauma: How EMDR Helps You Heal Without Reliving the Nightmare
Trauma doesn’t always look like a horror movie—but it can haunt you just the same. Old pain can feel like it’s still living in your body. It shows up as shame, panic, or unexplained fears.
How to Support Your Teen’s Mental Health This School Year
The school year can bring a mix of excitement and heavy feelings — new teachers, busy schedules, changing friendships, and rising pressure. We know that many families...
What the heck is a quarterlife crisis?
The search for oneself is becoming more and more difficult, and the obstacles in the way seem larger and more numerous. Therapists report that anxiety, depression, and disorientation in young adults is becoming commonplace
Anxiety – When To Seek Help
Anxiety. We all have it from time to time. And, according to the ADAA, anxiety is the most common mental illness in America.
Covid depression – The ‘what’, ‘why’, and ‘what to do’.
“In the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic, global prevalence of anxiety and depression increased by a massive 25%” – The World Health Organization
How Much Does Therapy Cost Near Santa Clarita CA?
Understanding the logistics behind therapy can be intimidating, especially if it’s your first time. Here, I break down the average cost of therapy in Santa Clarita and explain the why behind the price. Plus, I offer my top tips for choosing which therapist is right for you.
9 Mindfulness Exercises for Depression
Are you ready to learn some mindfulness exercises for depression?. My name is Maria Martinez, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 16 years of experience in helping individuals impacted by depression.
Is it Okay to Talk to My Child About Their Therapy Session?
A young adult participating in therapy has a lot on their plate. Not only are they dealing with the issues that landed them there, but they are allowing themselves to be completely vulnerable to a stranger.
How Much Does EMDR Therapy Cost in Santa Clarita?
Cost is one of the biggest factors influencing which therapy provider you work with or if you pursue therapy as an option for mental health treatment.
14 Social Anxiety Activities for Adults
These activities are based on cognitive-behavioral principles and aim to gradually expose you to social interactions in a controlled and manageable way, helping you overcome unhelpful thoughts and reduce stress.
From Overwhelmed to In Control: How to Stop Procrastinating
You tell yourself you’ll just check your email, scroll for a minute, maybe fold the laundry first—and suddenly, hours have slipped by. That important task still sits untouched, and now the weight of guilt and anxiety presses in like a fog you can’t shake.
How to Silence Your Inner Critic Before the Fall Rush
As August winds down, the quiet storm of summer gives way to the looming responsibilities of fall. This often brings back that critical inner voice. At Healing Blue, we’ve seen many clients struggle with self-criticism and overthinking as the new season approaches.