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Why Setting a Boundary Can Feel Like You're Doing Something Wrong
Ever said "yes" when you really wanted to say no? Or, you finally actually set a boundary and felt guilty? Then you are left wondering if you are a selfish person or if you did something wrong? For many people, setting a boundary can feel uncomfortable, even if you know that the boundary is reasonable. Many of us grew up in housholds where boundaries were not learned. It's possible that you learned that being a "good" person meant being agreeable, helpful or easygoing. Maybe

Tara Carbone (CCC)
Sep 282 min read


ACT vs. Traditional Talk Therapy: What's the Difference?
If you've tried therapy before and felt like you understood your experiences intellectually but still felt stuck, you're not alone. Insight can be an important part of therapy, but different approaches emphasize different ways of working with thoughts, emotions, and patterns. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is one approach that places emphasis on developing psychological flexibility and taking meaningful action, even when difficult thoughts or feelings are present. Wh

Tara Carbone (CCC)
Sep 143 min read
Why EMDR Might Help When You Feel Everything Deeply
If you've ever been told you're "too sensitive" or "too much" you already know how exhausting it can be to feel everything so deeply. Some people process emotional and sensory information more intensely than others which is a real strength, but it also means old wounds and difficult memories can stay lodged in the nervous system longer than they might for someone else. This is where EMDR might be able to help. What This Can Look Like People who feel things intensely often: Ex

Tara Carbone (CCC)
Sep 102 min read
What to Expect in an EMDR Session
Thinking about trying EMDR but not sure what a session actually looks like? Here's a clear, step by step walkthrough from preparation to processing to integration so there are no surprises when you begin.

Tara Carbone (CCC)
Aug 312 min read
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