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09/18/2025

In every family, there’s one person who decides they’ve had enough.
The one who refuses to repeat old patterns.
The one who sets boundaries, speaks truth, and chooses healing over silence.

And here’s the hard truth: the very act of healing can feel messy.
It can trigger anger, confusion, or resentment in others.
You may be labeled “difficult” or “selfish.”

But you’re not wrong.
You’re not the problem.
You’re the brave one choosing a different path, a path that others might not understand yet.

Breaking old patterns is never easy.
It’s loud. It’s uncomfortable.
But it’s the only way to create lasting change, for you and for the generations who come after.

You’re not wrong for wanting better.
You’re not wrong for saying no.
You’re not wrong for choosing healing. 💛

💬 Have you ever felt like the “difficult one” for setting boundaries or changing patterns? Share your story… I see you.

09/10/2025

When life feels overwhelming, it’s easy to feel scattered, lost, or unsure where to begin. You are not alone, and it’s okay to take things slowly. These tools are here to help you feel steady, safe, and supported, guiding you one gentle step at a time toward calm and care.
✨ Grounding – Use your senses to return to the present:
• Name 5 things you can see, 4 things you can touch, 3 things you can hear, 2 things you can smell, and 1 thing you can taste.
• Press your feet firmly into the floor and notice the support beneath you.

✨ Mindfulness – Observe your thoughts and feelings without judgment:
• Label them (“This is anxiety,” “This is sadness”) and let them pass like clouds in the sky.
• Remind yourself: You are not your thoughts; you are the witness to them.

✨ Safety strategies – Plan ahead for moments when emotions feel overwhelming:
• Identify a trusted friend, therapist, or hotline you can reach out to.
• Create a calming routine: deep breathing, journaling, gentle movement, or comforting music.
• Designate a “safe space” at home where you can pause and reset.

✨ Self-compassion – Treat yourself with the same kindness you would offer a loved one:
• Replace harsh self-talk with gentle reminders: “I’m doing my best right now” or “It’s okay to feel this way.”
• Give yourself patience, understanding, and permission to rest when needed.

Even in the hardest moments, you have the power to care for yourself. Use these tools to steady yourself, find calm, and respond to your needs with patience, compassion, and strength. 💛

09/08/2025

This week marks the start of Su***de Prevention Week.
It’s a time to pause, reflect, and remind ourselves: talking about mental health can save lives.

So often, people carry their struggles quietly. That’s why learning to recognize the warning signs matters. Subtle shifts… like withdrawal, changes in mood, or saying things that hint at hopelessness, can be signals that someone is hurting.

💛 What helps most isn’t having all the answers, but creating space for conversation. Asking, listening without judgment, and showing up with compassion can be a lifeline.

This week, let’s hold onto the reminder: reaching out is brave, and being present can make all the difference.

***dePreventionWeek ***deAwareness

09/02/2025

This month is a reminder that conversations about mental health aren’t optional…they’re lifesaving.

Su***de is not a weakness. It’s not attention-seeking. It’s a sign of unbearable pain that feels too heavy to carry alone.

💛 Awareness means breaking silence.
💛 Validation means honoring the very real struggles people face.
💛 Prevention means reminding ourselves and each other—that help exists and hope is possible.

If you’ve ever felt like your story didn’t matter, or that your pain was “too much,” please know: you are not alone. Your life has value. Your voice matters. And it is okay to talk about what feels unspeakable.

Let’s use this month to check in with ourselves, check in with loved ones, and keep mental health conversations open and compassionate. Because connection can be the bridge back to hope.

If you or someone you know is struggling, please reach out. In the U.S., you can dial or text 988 for the Su***de & Crisis Lifeline.

💛 You are never a burden. You are loved.

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09/01/2025

✨ Today marks the start of CPTSD Awareness Month.

Complex PTSD isn’t just a label. It’s the story of nervous systems that survived repeated harm. It’s in the way your body tenses before danger appears, in the nights you can’t sleep because rest feels unsafe, in the texts you reread again and again, wondering if you said the wrong thing. Feeling “too much” or “not enough” all at the same time.

It’s in the quiet, invisible ways you’ve carried the weight of what no one should have had to endure.

💛 If this is your story: you are not defined by what happened to you. Every part of you worked tirelessly to keep you safe. This month, we’ll honor not only the pain, but the resilience, creativity, and humanity that exists alongside survival. Healing isn’t erasing the past, it’s learning that safety, connection, and rest are possible now.

You are seen. You are worthy. You are not alone.

08/31/2025

August 30th was National Grief Awareness Day… a gentle reminder that grief doesn’t follow a timeline. 🌿

Grief shows up in many forms: loss of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a career change, or even the loss of who we thought we’d be. It’s personal, sometimes unexpected, and never linear.

You don’t have to “move on” or “get over it.” Healing happens in waves, in quiet moments, in sharing your story, or simply allowing yourself to feel. Your grief is valid, and your pace is yours alone.

If you’re carrying grief today, take a moment to breathe, honor your feelings, and remind yourself that it’s okay to reach out for support. You are not alone. 💛

08/29/2025

Does it feel like your past keeps showing up, uninvited? 🌿 You’re not imagining it. EMDR therapy can help you process trauma, PTSD, and stuck memories, so your nervous system can finally feel safe again.

Swipe through to see 7 signs EMDR might be right for you. If any of these resonate, it might be time to explore how therapy can help you carry your memories with less weight.

At Craft Psychotherapy, we specialize in trauma-informed care, grief support, and PTSD recovery. Healing doesn’t erase your story… it helps you live more fully in the present. 💛

📩 click the link in bio to schedule a consultation and see if EMDR is the right fit for your healing journey.

08/27/2025

✨ Midweek reminder ✨

Some days private practice feels like climbing a mountain. Other days, it feels like standing at the top, catching my breath, and just feeling…grateful.

What carries me through are the moments I remember how blessed I am: to do this work, to witness the trust people place in the therapy process, and to have colleagues who remind me that we don’t have to do it alone.

It’s not always easy. Some days are messy, some days are exhausting. But even in the hard moments, there’s so much to be thankful for. Here’s to showing up, growing, and finding the little wins along the way. 💛

08/22/2025

✨ Healing often begins as something unfamiliar.
It may not match the patterns you were shown growing up. It may even feel like you’re breaking rules or traditions just by choosing rest, boundaries, or authenticity.

But true healing… whether from trauma, old patterns, or cultural pressures, is about creating new ways of being.

Every choice to show up with compassion, honor your identity, or lead with integrity reshapes what’s possible. It lays a foundation of safety, belonging, and freedom that those who come after you (your children, community, or future self) will recognize as home.

And you don’t have to do this alone. 💛
Seeking support is a brave step, and it can make all the difference.

📩 For guidance or to connect, reach out here: katiephan@craftpsychotherapyca.com

08/21/2025

💃✨ Yesterday was National Latina Day and this is for us.. ✨💃

Some days, it feels like you’re carrying the weight of generations, juggling expectations, and trying to show up fully in spaces that weren’t always made for you. And yet, you do. You lead with heart, lift others as you rise, and keep going even when it’s hard.

Your voice matters. Your story matters. Your impact matters. 💛

Take a moment to notice yourself today. Stand tall, shine bright, and honor the legacy you’re building, not just for yourself, but for all the Latinas who will come after you.

🌟 Tag a Latina who inspires you and celebrate her today.

08/20/2025

Many clients are surprised when their bodies react during EMDR… tears flow, shoulders tremble, or deep sighs come out of nowhere.

This isn’t random. Trauma is stored not just in the brain, but in the body. When EMDR helps the brain reprocess a memory, the nervous system often takes its chance to finally let go.

Shaking, crying, yawning, even a sudden calmness… these aren’t signs something is “wrong.” They’re signs that healing is moving through you. 🍃

Healing doesn’t just happen in the mind. It happens through the body, too. 🌱

08/16/2025

Trauma has a complicated relationship with memory.

Some moments feel like they happened yesterday… every detail sharp and overwhelming. Others disappear completely, leaving you with blank spaces you can’t explain.

This isn’t your fault. It’s how the brain protects you.
When something traumatic happens, your nervous system shifts into survival mode. Instead of carefully filing away memories, your brain scrambles to keep you alive.

That’s why some memories are crystal clear and others are blurry, fragmented, or missing.

In therapy, we don’t force those memories to return. We focus on helping your nervous system feel safe enough to process what’s already here, gently, at your pace.

Your memory isn’t broken. It’s protecting you in the only way it knew how.

Save this for the days when you wonder why your story feels incomplete.

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