Tag: trauma

Rollo May

Slow Down

May we all find ways to slow down and re-discover our path. About the Author Kara Ashley-Gilmore believes in the use of our innate creativity for our wellness and healing. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Registered & Board Certified Art Therapist, Provisional Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and a mixed-media artist at Mountain Creative Arts Counseling, in Hendersonville, NC.…

Trauma Spectrum

Trauma Spectrum

Comparing our functioning and capacity to others’ functioning and capacity keeps us locked into shame. These aspects of our experiences are on a spectrum, and where we are on that spectrum shifts throughout the month, phases of our lives, and phases of our healing. Can we please be more accepting and compassionate of our own internal maps? About the Author…

Endocannabinoid System

Endocannabinoid System

We all have an Endocannabinoid system, which is active whether or not you use cannabis. There’s a lot we don’t know about exactly how the ECS helps with sleep, mood, appetite, memory, immunity, and inflammation. However, we do know that having a balanced system involves managing a combination of lifestyle factors to support its optimal functioning. About the Author Kara…

Perfectionism

Perfectionism

Perfectionism is the enemy of Creativity. Comparison is the fast track to dissatisfaction and disappointment. About the Author Kara Ashley-Gilmore believes in the use of our innate creativity for our wellness and healing. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Registered Art Therapist, Provisional Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and a mixed-media artist at Mountain Creative Arts Counseling, in Hendersonville, NC.…

Be Seen

Be Seen

If we let ourselves be truly seen, then we can be truly loved. About the Author Kara Ashley-Gilmore believes in the use of our innate creativity for our wellness and healing. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Registered Art Therapist, Provisional Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and a mixed-media artist at Mountain Creative Arts Counseling, in Hendersonville, NC. She provides…

Attachment-Trauma Cycle

Attachment-Trauma Cycle

There’s a way out of this cycle at every ramp. 1. Get in therapy and do your own healing work. Learn about your predominant attachment style and ways to feel more secure in relationships. Heal your trauma. Build a support system. Take care of your physical, mental, spiritual, and financial health. 2. Learn and practice healthy communication skills. Research the…

Support Systems

Support Systems

Who’s in your support system? There may be years where every bubble is filled, and others with many gaps. Which areas do you need more support in this year? About the Author Kara Ashley-Gilmore believes in the use of our innate creativity for our wellness and healing. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Registered Art Therapist, Provisional Somatic…

Numbing

Numbing

Our sense of selves is deeply rooted in our connection to our bodies. Numbing doesn’t just reduce our discomfort. It also reduces our capacity to feel joy and connection. About the Author Kara Ashley-Gilmore believes in the use of our innate creativity for our wellness and healing. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Registered Art Therapist, Provisional Somatic…

Trauma Recovery

Trauma Recovery Path

Trauma recovery is possibly. However, despite appearances, this path isn’t linear (and it sure isn’t easy). We’ll always be going back to safety. About the Author Kara Ashley-Gilmore believes in the use of our innate creativity for our wellness and healing. She is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, Registered Art Therapist, Provisional Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and a mixed-media artist…