The Flourishing Way

The Flourishing Way At The Flourishing Way, our team of skilled licensed therapists are here to help you gain clarity.

Something we don’t talk about enough is that relationships can feel one-sided sometimes, and that’s actually really norm...
05/18/2026

Something we don’t talk about enough is that relationships can feel one-sided sometimes, and that’s actually really normal.

What matters is what you do with that feeling.

Before we decide what it means, it helps to get curious first. Is this a pattern or is this a moment? And whatever it is, what is it actually based on?

Because we can so easily start believing something about our partner or our relationship without ever stopping to ask if that’s what they actually mean for us to feel. We fill in the gaps. We make sense of things the best we can. And sometimes we carry that story for a really long time.

One of the things we see so often when couples come into therapy is that they’ve been believing the wrong thing about each other for way too long, not because anyone was trying to mislead, but because no one ever got curious enough to check.

Judgment keeps us stuck in the story. Curiosity is what opens things up.
What’s something you wish you’d gotten curious about sooner?

Kristin McKenna’s take on play therapy for little ones:“It’s normal for children to face big emotions and growing pains,...
05/15/2026

Kristin McKenna’s take on play therapy for little ones:

“It’s normal for children to face big emotions and growing pains, but when those challenges begin to impact daily life, it can leave families feeling stuck and unsure of what to do next. Whether it’s anxiety, anger, behavioral outbursts, or sudden changes in mood, kids often express what they’re feeling through their actions, not their words. That’s where play therapy can make a profound difference.”

Kristin has a passion for supporting kids and their caregivers through life’s tough moments, and you can learn more about her and our whole team at www.theflourishingway.org.

It’s easy to feel like you’re supposed to “get it right” as a parent.What if we took this opportunity to not need a solu...
05/13/2026

It’s easy to feel like you’re supposed to “get it right” as a parent.

What if we took this opportunity to not need a solution, but to be someone who can be there, paying attention, and not rushing them past whatever they’re working through?

This is something that lifts pressure off of you, and a way our play therapists support kids, too. 

Meredith works with people who seem like they have it all together on the outside, but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disco...
05/08/2026

Meredith works with people who seem like they have it all together on the outside, but feel stuck, overwhelmed, or disconnected underneath it all.

She brings a steady, thoughtful presence that helps you slow down, understand the patterns keeping you stuck, and begin shifting them in ways that actually feel sustainable. 

Her approach blends practical tools with deeper, meaningful work, so you’re not just coping, but starting to feel more like yourself again. 

Working with Meredith can feel like having someone truly in it with you, helping you move forward with more clarity, intention, and ease.

If you’re in that in-between space where something feels off, but unclear, you don’t need all the answers yet.You can st...
05/06/2026

If you’re in that in-between space where something feels off, but unclear, you don’t need all the answers yet.

You can start here:

* Notice when the feeling shows up most (certain situations, people, times of day)
* Name what isn’t working, even if you don’t know what would
* Let yourself sit with the question instead of rushing to solve it
* Pay attention to what gives you even a small sense of relief or clarity

Change doesn’t always start with a big decision.

Sometimes it starts with paying closer attention.

There’s a specific kind of feeling that’s hard to explain where nothing is necessarily wrong, but something doesn’t feel...
05/04/2026

There’s a specific kind of feeling that’s hard to explain where nothing is necessarily wrong, but something doesn’t feel quite right either.

You’re going through your days, getting things done, but there’s a quiet sense of disconnection underneath it. A lot of people describe it as just feeling “off.”

When that feeling sticks around, it’s easy to think something big needs to change. A new job, a big decision, a complete reset.

But those big shifts can sometimes leave you feeling even more stuck.

If something in you is asking for change, it’s okay to not know exactly what that is yet. And sometimes it looks like reaching out or talking it through with someone you trust.

We’re here to be that space for you, always.

In case you needed to hear this today, give yourself some grace, or take a pause to notice every part of you showing up ...
05/01/2026

In case you needed to hear this today, give yourself some grace, or take a pause to notice every part of you showing up in this moment.

Sometimes it all just adds up.You’re trying to show up for everything that matters to you. You care deeply. You give a l...
04/27/2026

Sometimes it all just adds up.

You’re trying to show up for everything that matters to you. You care deeply. You give a lot. And at the same time, there are moments where it just feels like too much.
It’s okay to say that.

You can’t always change your responsibilities or step away from things completely. But even in small moments, like taking a breath, noticing what’s been off, or admitting you might want something to feel different, things can start to shift, even just a little.

Kat Nazaroff, LCSW-S, LCDC’s take on EMDR:“I have a deep passion for helping people navigate life’s toughest seasons and...
04/24/2026

Kat Nazaroff, LCSW-S, LCDC’s take on EMDR:

“I have a deep passion for helping people navigate life’s toughest seasons and reconnect with their sense of self.
I believe there is immense power in our personal stories. Yet, the ones shaped by trauma, anxiety, depression, or shame can leave us feeling stuck or disconnected from who we are. My work is about helping you reclaim the parts of your story that empower you and gently rewrite the ones that no longer serve you. You don’t have to face this alone or be defined by your most difficult experiences.

Healing and lasting change are absolutely possible. To help clients move through deep or persistent blocks, I use several evidence-based, accelerated methods including EMDR Intensives (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing).

This is great for clients seeking relief from the effects of trauma, EMDR intensives provide an opportunity to process difficult experiences and move forward with greater ease.”

If questions are coming up about EMDR or Kat’s work, we’re always here to offer any helpful and grounding information you need.

If you’ve ever wondered “why does this still affect me?” or “will I ever not think about this?”, you’re really not alone...
04/23/2026

If you’ve ever wondered “why does this still affect me?” or “will I ever not think about this?”, you’re really not alone in that.

EMDR is one way to start working through experiences that feel like they’re still lingering, in a way that’s a little more supported and manageable.

If you’re curious, these slides break down the experience, so you can envision yourself in a session with us, and see if anything resonates for you or your family.

What is EMDR therapy anyway? Let’s talk about it.You’ve probably heard about it, but it’s common not to know what it’s l...
04/20/2026

What is EMDR therapy anyway? Let’s talk about it.

You’ve probably heard about it, but it’s common not to know what it’s like to experience it, and the benefits it can offer for healing and processing in a new way.

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is another tool to support anyone working through past experiences that still feel “stuck” in the present. Sometimes that’s a past trauma, anxious moments, or times that tend to feel a little bit too overwhelming to put words to.

Instead of deep diving into a discussion about every detail of a challenging experience, EMDR is all about how your mind and body store those experiences.

Through gentle, guided techniques like eye movements or tapping, it can be easier to process anything that didn’t get the chance to fully move through you at the time.

It can sound totally unfamiliar at first, and it’s okay if you’re not sure what to make of it yet. If you can relate to something from the past still showing up in physical changes, reactions, or relationships, this could be a great area to get curious about.

We’re curious, have you heard of EMDR before, or is this something new?

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