How Self-Judgment Keeps Moms Overwhelmed
Moms don’t just feel feelings. Moms also judge themselves for having the feelings. That double layer is what leaves you overwhelmed. When you tell yourself you “shouldn’t feel this way,” your nervous system hears it as more pressure. This post gently unpacks why moms do this, why it makes everything feel harder, and how support, EMDR Therapy, or therapy intensives can help you feel grounded again.
When Your Kids’ Sibling Fights Trigger You More Than They Should
If sibling arguments instantly spike your anxiety, irritability, or anger, it’s not because you’re impatient. It’s because your nervous system is interpreting conflict as danger. Noise, tension, crying, yelling, and chaos can activate old emotional patterns, overstimulation, and the pressure to keep peace. This post breaks down why sibling conflict hits so hard for moms and what helps your body stay grounded. If this feels familiar, I am a therapist in Ohio who specializes in therapy for mothers, specifically EMDR Therapy or therapy intensives.
When I got sick at the worst time: a mom’s honest holiday breakdown
Getting sick right before a holiday feels awful, but it isn’t because you’re not handling things well. It’s just that you’ve been carrying so much that slowing down shines a light on it. If being sick makes you feel behind or guilty, that’s not failure...that’s a tired, overloaded mom doing her best.
Parenting When the World Feels Like It’s on Fire: Managing Anxiety, Guilt, and Fear
When the world feels heavy with news, school safety worries, global conflicts, political chaos, climate fear, all of it, it’s normal for moms to feel anxious, guilty, and scared. This post helps you understand why your nervous system reacts so strongly, how the mental load intensifies your fear, and what you can actually do to stay grounded and parent in a way that aligns with your values.
Some days it feels like you open your phone and immediately regret it.
There’s another tragedy. Another headline. Another crisis. Another debate about something that affects families and kids.
And as a mom, it hits differently.
Your mind goes straight to:
“How do I keep my kids safe?”
“Are they growing up in a world that’s too scary?”
“How do I stay grounded when everything feels chaotic?”
“Am I doing enough?”
This is not overreacting. This is not being dramatic. This is what happens when you love people so deeply that their safety becomes tied to your nervous system.
Today we’re talking about the very real anxiety moms carry when the world feels unpredictable plus how to manage fear without shutting down or spiraling.
5 Ways to Lighten Your Emotional Load Without Feeling Guilty
You are doing the remembering, planning, soothing, and fixing, often before 9 a.m. No wonder you are tired before breakfast. You can make the load lighter without turning into a different person. Name what you are carrying, set gentler weekday standards, share ownership like a manager, add tiny daily recovery, and deal with the root guilt that keeps telling you to do more. Kindness counts. So do small, steady systems.
Surviving Motherhood: Real Talk from a Millennial Therapist
Navigating the ups and downs of motherhood in today’s fast-paced world can feel like a never-ending rollercoaster. If you’ve ever thought, “How am I supposed to do all this?”—you’re not alone.
As a millennial therapist and fellow human trying to keep it together, I want you to know: it's okay to feel overwhelmed. Motherhood is a wild ride, and there’s no one right way to do it. But with the right support and a few practical tips, you can find your balance and maybe even sneak in some precious ‘me time.’ Let’s talk about how.
Breaking the Cycle of Mom Guilt: Embracing Imperfection in Parenting
As a therapist for moms based in Ohio who specializes in EMDR therapy (I know, therapy can sound scary, but stick with me — it’s actually pretty transformative), I see this cycle of guilt all the time. The struggle to be the “perfect” mom can be overwhelming. But I’ve got some news for you: perfection doesn’t exist, and that’s actually a really good thing.
Today, I want to talk to you about how to break free from the cycle of mom guilt and embrace imperfection in your parenting. Trust me, you don’t have to do it all, and you don’t have to be perfect to be a great mom. So grab a cup of coffee (or wine, no judgment), and let’s dive into this!