Summer brings space to breathe — and that makes it a powerful time to begin therapy.
If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just ready to do things differently, now is the time.
Let’s use this season to help you reset, realign, and get the support you’ve been needing.
When summer rolls around, life slows down—but your thoughts rarely do.
Whether you’re juggling family logistics, adjusting to a new routine, or sitting with that quiet sense that something needs to change, therapy can give you the space to pause and realign.
When summer rolls around, life slows down—but your thoughts rarely do.
Whether you’re juggling family logistics, adjusting to a new routine, or sitting with that quiet sense that something needs to change, therapy can give you the space to pause and realign.
🌼 Summer Is a Natural Reset Point
While the start of school and New Year’s get the spotlight for “fresh starts,” summer offers something just as powerful: room to reflect.
Longer days, a change in routine, and more time outside can create the perfect conditions for internal work. Sometimes the slower pace of summer leaves space to think about the patterns that are and aren’t working, the what ifs that aren’t materializing, and not be distracted by a million little tasks when the school year starts and vacation season is over.
If you’ve been:
- Feeling emotionally tired or numb
- Making a major life transition
- Dealing with anxiety or burnout
- Wondering “is this all there is?”
- Holding back on addressing a deeper issue
… therapy might be exactly what this season calls for.
💬 What You Can Expect in Therapy With Me
I offer supportive, direct, and down-to-earth therapy that helps you move forward—not just vent and circle.
My clients often come in feeling like they have to “hold it all together” and leave with more self-trust, clarity, and a renewed sense of humor about the chaos of life.
You don’t have to wait until you’re in crisis.
Summer is a great time to start building the life you want to return to in the fall.
🌿 Small Shifts, Big Impact: Ways to Reset Outside of Therapy
Therapy is a powerful tool—but it’s not the only one. If you’re starting fresh this summer, there are simple, intentional things you can do outside of sessions to support your emotional reset:
- Get Outside (Even for 10 Minutes): Natural light, fresh air, and a quick walk can calm your nervous system and lift your mood. Instead of committing to a long time consider committing to start every day. Sometimes committing to 5-10 minutes takes the load off of your initial commit charge and you wind up going longer.
- Try a “Digital Sunset”: Power down screens an hour before bed to give your brain space to settle. It can ease anxiety and improve sleep. If you can’t stop all screens make sure you are using dark mode, blue light filters, and consider only specific apps or kinds of media that support relaxation
- Declutter One Spot: A clean nightstand or kitchen counter can bring surprising relief to your overwhelmed mind.
- Move Your Body Gently: Yoga, stretching, or even dancing in your kitchen can help release tension and reconnect you to yourself. Neighborhood walks are another great idea.
- Start a “Done” List: Instead of a to-do list, track what you actually got done. It boosts motivation and counters perfectionism. Break the tasks down so you can see the small steps you have done. Don’t compare your done lists to anybody else’s or anybody’s instagram reel.
- Say No to One Thing: Practicing boundaries is a form of self-care. Let yourself opt out of one thing that drains you. (If you are looking for someone to help you remember how to say no I love nothing more than helping people pleasers learn that they matter too and point out where just maybe someone is taking advantage of your kindness and it’s ok to say no.)
Remember, healing isn’t just what happens in the therapy room—it’s also in the quiet decisions you make daily. Summer is a great time to experiment with new routines that support your mental health and make room for change.
✍️ Summer Journal Prompts for Reflection and Reset
Looking for a simple way to connect with yourself between therapy sessions? Journaling is a powerful tool to process emotions, track progress, and uncover what you really need. These summer-themed prompts can help you reset and realign:
- What would a “lighter” version of me look like this summer?
- What am I ready to let go of right now—even just a little?
- What am I afraid of letting go right now?
- What do I want more of this season (emotionally, physically, socially)?
- When in my day do I feel the most grounded and calm? How can I expand that feeling?
- What’s one small boundary I can set that would protect my energy this week?
- If I felt 10% more hopeful today, what would I do differently?
- Write about a summer memory that makes you feel safe and happy. What does that version of you need now?
You don’t need perfect words—just your honest ones. Even five minutes of journaling a few times a week can support your therapy work and help you track your growth.
📍Virtual Therapy, Statewide in Texas
I offer online therapy for adults, teens, and parents across the state of Texas. Whether you’re in Dallas-Fort Worth and able to meet in person at my Hurst office or anywhere else in the state, you can access therapy from your home, cabin, or road trip rest stop.
📅 Ready to Start?
I currently have openings for new clients and would love to help you reset and reconnect this summer.
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