Ever find yourself stuck in a mental loop, replaying a conversation from three days ago… or planning for fifteen different versions of tomorrow that probably won’t happen? Welcome to the world of overthinking and rumination—also known as the stuff that keeps us up at night and makes us question everything from what we said to […]

Anxiety gets a bad rap. Most people see it as something broken or something to “fix.” But really, anxiety is just our nervous system doing its thing—a little too enthusiastically. Think of it like that overprotective friend who’s always on high alert, constantly scanning for danger. It’s the voice that won’t let you forget the […]

Short answer: Yes. Feeling awkward in therapy is completely normal, especially at first. If you’ve ever wondered, “Why does therapy feel uncomfortable?”—you’re not alone. Let’s break down why therapy might feel weird in the beginning and what you can do to get comfortable. Why Does Therapy Feel Uncomfortable at First? The truth is, starting therapy […]

Here’s the thing: choosing to go to therapy is hard. You’re making a commitment to your mental health by investing time, energy, and money into yourself—so it makes sense that you’d want to get the most out of therapy. Whether you’re new to therapy or looking to improve your experience, here are some key therapy […]

So, you finally took the plunge, scheduled a therapy session, and… it didn’t feel great. Maybe you didn’t click with the therapist, or perhaps you left feeling like nothing changed. If you’re wondering, “what if therapy doesn’t work?”—you’re not alone. Let’s talk about why therapy might not seem effective right away and what you can […]

So, you’re thinking about therapy. Maybe you’ve been considering it for a while, or life happened and finally pushed you to Google “therapists near me.” Either way, you’re here, and that’s an AMAZING first step. That’s why we’re excited to share what therapy is and help you understand what to expect in your first therapy […]

If you’re on social media, you may have noticed the growing conversation around regulating your nervous system and how to regulate your nervous system.  It’s wild how you can learn so much on social media, and also never understand the full story.  From a licensed therapist, here’s the truth: regulating your nervous system is hard […]

No matter how long you’ve been in therapy, how many professionals you’ve worked with, or how long you feel like you’ve been on the ~healing journey~, sometimes you need to go back to square one for your mental health.  Hi — I’m Becca. I’m a licensed therapist and Master Social Worker. I own Forward Healing, […]

Have you noticed how wanting to heal is cool now?  The last 5 years have been a whirlwind ride around therapy.  For decades, therapists were taught to be blank slates, treat mental health like we do a broken knee, and limit their self expression + personal journeys.  Insert social media and TikTok therapists… and you […]

When you’re considering therapy as the first or next step in your mental health journey, you might feel nervous, uncomfortable, or scared.  It can feel daunting or overwhelming to seek out a therapist…or change therapists if you’re unhappy with your current provider.  My team and I are therapists who also go to therapy, so we’re […]