by Gina Nelson | May 24, 2021 | Anxiety
High Stimulation and Quick Fixes In our fast paced world it is easier to look for the quick fix when it comes to anxiety. In fact, I am seeing an increase in anxiety numbers in both teens and young adults. Of course COVID had a huge impact on our lives, but this trend...
by Gina Nelson | Nov 30, 2020 | Anxiety, Loneliness
Have you ever found yourself in a situation where the little voice in your head screams “I don’t need anyone” or “I can go it alone?” It’s actually a pretty common belief system for people who are high achievers. Why is that? High achievers develop this behavior...
by Gina Nelson | Nov 16, 2020 | Anxiety, Loneliness
Today I’m writing about not only a theme that I have been seeing in my practice, but also something I have personally struggled with at times. Sometimes the desire to be authentic feels like it’s in direct conflict with your authenticity. Many of us have encountered...
by Gina Nelson | Nov 9, 2020 | Anxiety, Resilience
I’m writing this blog on the eve of the 2020 election which for many is considered to be one of the most important elections in our history. I’m sure you’d agree that 2020 has been a very difficult year with both COVID-19 and the polarization of our country leading up...
by Gina Nelson | Oct 19, 2020 | Anxiety
Can you feel the tension? It’s literally everywhere right now. As a therapist I listen all day to other people’s stories of how they are being affected by the current events in our world. COVID-19 has surely become a chronic condition causing increased stress, fear...
by Gina Nelson | Oct 12, 2020 | Anxiety
The Polyvagal Theory is the science that underlies mammalian connection and defense response…including human beings. Dr. Stephen Porges first published the theory in 1994. The Polyvagal Theory is the first to illustrate the three distinct neural pathways which...
