Birch Tree Therapeutic Arts

07/09/2025

07/01/2025

Just a PSA from your friendly neighborhood therapist!

Daily Forecast - Sunday, July 1, 2018

Quick Forecast: Sunny with highs in the upper 90s and lows near 70°.

Detailed Forecast: Good morning, everyone! A scorcher is expected throughout the entire area today as we reach the peak of this heat wave. This afternoon temperatures across the area are likely to reach highs in the upper 90s with some areas possibly hitting or eclipsing the 100° mark.

Heat index values are likely to exceed the 100° mark this afternoon in many locations. I would not be surprise to see some spots surpassing the 105° mark. I know it seems obvious, but this is not a type of heat to take lightly. Temperatures and humidity levels are expected to reach dangerous levels this afternoon and could become life-threatening. Please stay hydrated and avoid exposure to the sun.

Unfortunately, little to no relief from the heat is expected over the next few days as high pressure keeps the burners on. Temperatures this week are expected to remain at or above 90° with some relief possible by the weekend. The chance of showers and thunderstorms may return to the area by Wednesday.

I cannot stress enough the importance of staying hydrated and limiting your exposure to the heat and sunlight. Obviously it’s difficult to avoid going outside, but be sure to take the necessary precautions needed to be safe. Drink plenty of water, wear light-colored/loose-fitting clothing, and sunscreen!

Thanks for reading and be safe!

05/14/2025

When a therapeutic approach clicks and makes sense, we learn all we can to make it part of who we are and incorporate it into what we do.

I’m officially a Certified Synergetic Play Therapist! The theory and techniques are global and ageless.

Gratitude does not encapsulate how I am feeling to incorporate SPT into my practice.

02/04/2025

That is all.

01/05/2025

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12/27/2024

Love this! Yes, we are supposed to change - sometimes it takes us by surprise - others, too!

Embrace it, slow it down, speed it up….at your own pace and need.

10/22/2024

Birch Tree Therapeutic Arts

What direction to choose in life?

Tough question.

Therapy is a great way to increase your self awareness of goals, direction, and congruence in your approach to life’s dilemmas.

As always, I’m here to help!
www.birchtreetherapeuticarts.com

Photo credit: Gwen Blake

10/18/2024

This is a beautiful place to start. Such a powerful piece of wisdom here! Remember - help and support are always a good part of the healing!

"You're not yourself when you're triggered. You become who you think you need to be to survive. If we remain in environments that trigger our fight or flight mode, our identity starts to slip away because our values and personalities are constantly being hijacked by thoughts of fear, panic and survival."