Storied Souls Blog
Mental Health Music Mondays: August & September 2026
Over on Instagram and Facebook, I’ve been sharing mental health music recommendations each Monday. Music has an incredible way of expressing the thoughts and emotions that we don’t always know how to put into words. Here’s a compilation of my musical picks for August and September 2026. Which song was your favorite? Do you have any recommendations for me to check out?
Why Doesn’t My Therapist Take My Insurance?
Ever wonder why your therapist isn’t in-network with your insurance? In today’s blog post, I break down the behind-the-scenes realities of mental health care—from low reimbursement rates to strict diagnostic rules—and explain why therapists opt out to protect client care.
What Are Therapy Niches/Specializations?
Searching for a therapist for yourself or your teen daughter can feel overwhelming, especially when navigating clinical terms, specialties, and niche statements. In today’s post, I break down the difference between generalist and specialist therapists, common therapy niches you may come across, and actionable tips to help you filter through your options to find exactly the support you’re looking for.
What Are Therapy Modalities?
Confused by terms like CBT, EMDR, or IFS while searching for the right therapist? You’re not alone. Therapy modalities are the framework of the therapeutic process, guiding how a therapist helps you or your teen daughter heal, reframe thoughts, and regulate your nervous system. In today’s blog post, I break down common therapy modalities you might encounter and answer frequently asked questions to help you find the right fit.
What Type of Therapist Should I Work With?
Confused by therapist credentials? You’re not alone. Get a clear breakdown of associate vs. independently licensed clinicians (LCSW, LMFT, LPC, PhD, PsyD) so you can navigate the alphabet soup of mental health and find the right fit therapist for you or your teen daughter.
Mental Health Music Mondays: June & July 2026
Over on Instagram and Facebook, I’ve been sharing mental health music recommendations each Monday. Music has an incredible way of expressing the thoughts and emotions that we don’t always know how to put into words. Here’s a compilation of my musical picks for June and July 2026. Which song was your favorite? Do you have any recommendations for me to check out?
Anxious, Highly Sensitive, or Both? How to Decode Your Daughter’s Nervous System
When the school day ends with a slammed car door and heavy silence, it is time to stop guessing why your daughter is shutting down and start decoding her nervous system. Whether she is a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), struggling with anxiety, or navigating the overlap of both, her irritability is a sign that her nervous system is overtaxed and on critical power saving mode. In this post, you will learn to differentiate between a biological trait and symptoms of anxiety by identifying the physiological signals of a brain stuck in survival mode. Discover how to use somatic tools to quiet her internal security alarm and manually signal safety to her brain, moving your home from exhausted and on edge to a state of steadiness.
Scrolling, Comparing, and Shutting Down: The Pressure of Being a Teen Girl
Her curated life is a masterpiece; her internal life is a meltdown. While the house is quiet at 3:00 AM, her mind is consumed with the weight of social comparison and the pressure to perform. This digital "Highlight Reel" triggers a state of survival where an amygdala in overdrive physically disconnects her from her logic center. We examine the fear driving her behavior, the biological processes impacting her identity development, and the evidence-based co-regulation strategies you can use to help your daughter navigate the emotional storm and find her steady ground.
The information provided on this website, including blog posts and resources, is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Use of this site does not create a therapist-client relationship. If you are experiencing a mental health emergency, please call 988 or go to the nearest emergency room.