Aidan Johnson (she/her)

Our thoughts, beliefs, and emotions are all interconnected. How we talk to ourselves effects how we feel, and then we begin to believe those thoughts. It can be really hard to even begin to recognize the negative self- talk we have sometimes, but we'll work to change it into a more nurturing and kind voice.

Anxiety can be draining, especially when we have beliefs around how we "should" be feeling. I believe in understanding where the anxiety comes from, what good it's serving you, finding some acceptance, and then developing coping strategies to help manage and decrease the anxious feelings.

This time in our lives gives us a lot of "shoulds". You "should" be nothing but happy. You "should" only feel grateful. You "should" not feel sad, or alone, or scared. This puts so much pressure on new moms, moms-to-be, or those struggling. Yet, it can be normal not to feel these "shoulds". There's nothing wrong with you- this can be a hard time, and sometimes our hormones feel like they're in control. Let's work together to make you feel whole again.

This time in our lives gives us a lot of "shoulds". You "should" be nothing but happy. You "should" only feel grateful. You "should" not feel sad, or alone, or scared. This puts so much pressure on new moms, moms-to-be, or those struggling. Yet, it can be normal not to feel these "shoulds". There's nothing wrong with you- this can be a hard time, and sometimes our hormones feel like they're in control. Let's work together to make you feel whole again.

This period of life often brings a lot of "shoulds." You "should be nothing but happy. You "should" only feel grateful. You "shouldn't" feel sad, alone, scared, or mad. These expectations put immense pressure on new moms, moms-to-be, and those struggling. Yet, it's normal not to always feel these "shoulds". There's nothing wrong with you- this can be a challenging time, and sometimes it feels like your hormones are in control. Let's work together to help you feel whole again.

Self-esteem is often impacted by the expectations others place on us. We feel we can't live up to these standards, which leads us to question our worth and lose sight of who we are. This can cause the voice in our head to constantly tell us we're not enough- but you don't have to "do more" to be worthy. I aim to help you become more comfortable with yourself, viewing yourself with compassion and kindness. Let's quiet the critical voice and replace it with one that accepts your true self.

Mindfulness doesn't mean sitting in silence or chanting on a cushion. It's about being fully present in each moment, feeling the movement and experiences along the way. We become more aware of our behaviors and can make choices that benefit us, rather than reacting impulsively out of emotion. Mindfulness can help us foster a deeper connection with our emotions and behaviors. It helps us sit with our feelings rather than trying to "fix" them. This nonjudgmental presence is key to understanding.

Mindfulness doesn't mean sitting in silence or chanting on a cushion. It's about being fully present in each moment, feeling the movement and experiences along the way. We become more aware of our behaviors and can make choices that benefit us, rather than reacting impulsively out of emotion. Mindfulness can help us foster a deeper connection with our emotions and behaviors. It helps us sit with our feelings rather than trying to "fix" them. This nonjudgmental presence is key to understanding.

I utilize somatic therapy to bring awareness back to the body and recondition it to release trauma stored deep within the nervous system. Often, our rational mind understands things clearly but another part of us doesn't. Somatic therapy works to put the mind and body in balance, creating a harmonious connection that facilitates healing. By addressing the physical sensations and responses associated with trauma and stress, we can foster a deeper sense of relief and well-being.