At Growing Branches, we often sit with clients in moments that do not look like trauma on the outside. Nothing dramatic is happening. No one is yelling. There is no obvious threat. And yet, something inside shifts. A body tightens. A mind goes blank or...
Money is rarely just about money. For many people, finances are entangled with identity, safety, self-worth, and deeply rooted emotional experiences formed long before their first paycheck. Behind overspending, chronic under-earning, avoidance of budgeting, or anxiety about saving often lies something more complex: money trauma....
There is a phrase many of us grew up hearing: “Just forget it.”“Let it go.”“Move on.”“It’s in the past.” I’ve worked with hundreds of people who have tried — sincerely — to do exactly that. They are thoughtful. Insightful. High-functioning. Capable. Many are leaders, parents,...
If you’ve ever noticed your shoulders drop during a quiet walk, felt clearer after stretching, or found yourself calming to the steady sound of ocean waves, you’ve already experienced nervous system regulation in action. As therapists, we often focus on helping clients understand their thoughts,...