Sara Dochterman LCSW

What is attachment trauma and how does it impact you? Check out this link to find out.

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What about all those apps you can download to your phone? Can any of them actually help with anxiety? Click to find out!

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People with high-functioning depression are still showing up for their responsibilities, but still experience depression symptoms. You can learn more in this blog post.

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There was a time years ago when therapists were required to participate in their own therapy. Should that still be a requirement? It can certainly be helpful! Learn more here.

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What is the difference between someone with a Sensory Processing Disorder and a Highly Sensitive Person? Find out here.

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So many people grew up in homes where one or both parents were addicted to alcohol or drugs. They often experience neglect and/or abuse as a result, which often leads to significant challenges in adulthood. But there is help for healing. You can read this blog to learn a little more.

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Are you an overachieving perfectionist? You can learn to let go and enjoy your life more! Click here to read about some options to try.

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You're struggling with depression and want to try some things either other than or in addition to medication. What can help? Find out in this blog post.

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I often tell my clients who are therapists that one way to become a better therapist is to do your own work through therapy. How else can therapy help therapists? Click here to find out a few more reasons!

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There's been a lot of chatter lately about neurodivergence, including autism. But what's the difference between being autistic and being highly sensitive? Learn more in this blog post.

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Did you know that psychological trauma doesn't just live in your mind, but also in your body? Here are some ways that you may experience trauma in your body.

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You're feeling anxious and not sure what might help. Here are some natural solutions you can try. Click here to learn more.

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While depression may be a common mental health issue, there are things you can do to help. Learn more in this blog post about steps you can take for your mental wellness.

https://saradochterman.com/4-practical-tips-for-dealing-with-depression/

If you are a therapist, ethical dilemmas are inevitable. Learning to navigate all those shades of gray is crucial to working with clients, as well as our own wellbeing. Learn more about working your way through these situations here.

https://saradochterman.com/how-therapists-can-navigate-and-resolve-ethical-dilemmas/

Being a Highly Sensitive Person comes with its challenges. Also being a High Sensation Seeker adds another dimension. Finding a balance to meet your needs is possible, though. Take a look at this blog post to learn more.

https://saradochterman.com/highly-sensitive-and-high-sensation-seeking-how-to-find-balance-and-harness-your-strengths/

I work with clients every day who struggle as adults due to experiences and coping strategies they experienced and developed as children. If you think that might be you too, click here to learn more.

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Experiencing chronic pain can contribute to symptoms of anxiety. But you can learn to reduce those symptoms. Check out this blog post for more information.

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Did you know that what's happening in your gut can impact your mood? Learn more about how to improve depression symptoms by supporting your digestion!

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Being a therapist is a career that can be so fulfilling and so challenging at the same time. Learn more about how therapy can help therapists both personally and professionally in this blog post.

https://saradochterman.com/why-therapists-need-therapy-too/

If you are a Highly Sensitive Person, finding a career that really fits your strengths may seem a bit challenging. You can find out more about how to do that in this blog post!

https://saradochterman.com/career-paths-suited-for-highly-sensitive-individuals/

EMDR is a therapy modality that can help heal complicated trauma. Click the link to learn more!

How Does EMDR Help Complicated Trauma? - Sara Dochterman, LCSW Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapeutic approach used to treat trauma-related disorders, including complicated trauma (sometimes called complex trauma). Complicated trauma can have long-lasting effects that impact your emotional regulation, sense of self, relationships,...

Curious if your struggle with anxiety might be connected to childhood trauma? Check out this blog post for more information!

What Is the Connection Between Childhood Trauma and Anxiety? - Sara Dochterman, LCSW No matter if you had a good upbringing or not, many people prefer to keep their past in their rearview mirror. For some, it isn’t always that easy. No matter how painful the memories are or how hard they try to forget about them and move on, it’s part of them. Those good and bad experiences are ...

Childhood emotional neglect is often not recognized, because you may have gotten all the things that look like a great childhood - extracurricular activities, good schools, vacations, fun toys and other things, the basics of food, clothing, shelter. So you wonder why you still feel empty and longing for connection and inner peace. Check out this article to find out if you relate.

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What is Childhood Emotional Neglect and How Do You Know if You Experienced It? Physical abuse or neglect are, unfortunately, common subjects with childhood abuse. But emotional neglect is less often discussed, even though it can be just as damaging for a child dealing with it. In many cases, emotional neglect can leave lasting scars on a child’s

Experiencing anxiety? Check out this article to find out how mindfulness can help.

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How Does Practicing Mindfulness Help with Anxiety? Mindfulness is a word that gets thrown around a lot lately. While it’s good that people are talking about it, when something becomes a “buzzword,” it can also often be misinterpreted. Mindfulness is more than just meditation, although it’s often used as a form of

Looking for a simple way to reduce stress, organize your thoughts and track your progress? Journaling can help! Check out this article for more info.

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4 Ways Journaling Adds to Your Personal Growth and Recovery Journaling has many benefits to your overall mental health. It can be especially effective if you have a hard time opening up to others or can’t seem to organize your thoughts verbally. But it goes beyond conditions like anxiety or depression. Journaling is actually a great tool to use

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Creativity and Trauma: How Self Expression Helps You Heal

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Creativity and Trauma: How Self Expression Helps You Heal Expressive therapies are on the rise, and there are plenty of reasons why. What are they, exactly? Expressive therapies focus on different ways to let creativity guide you through the impact of trauma, or even just help with issues like stress, anxiety, or depression. You

Coping with Anxiety about Returning to Normal after the Pandemic - 3 Tips

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Coping with Anxiety About Returning to Normal After the Pandemic—3 Tips The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted almost everyone. The fact that we are still in the throes of it over a year later is a clear indicator of exactly how impactful it has been. In fact, now health experts are focusing their attention on a

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Here's how HSP (Highly Sensitive Person) traits may contribute to your anxiety.

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Here’s How HSP (Highly Sensitive Person) Traits May Contribute to Your Anxiety When you’re a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP), everyday situations can overwhelm you. Not only do you take on the feelings of others, but you might also struggle with sensory issues. As an HSP, everything from loud noise, crowds, and even feeling rushed in whatever