Natacha Chaney, AMFT

11/29/2025

I love this! Don't co-sign someone's bad behavior.

11/20/2025

Your partner’s hurt… and your first instinct is to explain yourself.
“I didn’t mean it like that.”
“You misunderstood me.”
“That’s not what I was trying to say.”

Totally normal. Most of us were taught to defend ourselves — not to slow down and stay with someone else's pain.

But here’s the hard truth:
Every time we rush to explain or correct, we’re choosing being right over being connected.

Repair isn’t about proving your intentions.
It’s about making space for their experience — even when you didn’t mean to cause harm.

And that’s not easy.
It takes tools. Emotional safety. A new way of showing up.

✨ If you and your partner keep getting stuck in the same loop, I can help.

This is exactly the work I do in couples therapy — helping partners rebuild connection, communication, and trust (without needing to agree on everything first).

💬 Ready to feel close again?
Book a free consult and let’s talk about what’s really going on — and how we can shift it, together:

Natacha is passionate about helping couples navigate complex relationships. With over 4,600 clinical hours, she specializes in bringing hope and

10/06/2025

Powerful experiment about hope.

10/01/2025

Losing 10 pounds of excess weight takes 40 pounds of pressure off of your knees because for every pound of body weight lost, your knees experience a four-fold reduction in pressure.

This means the force on your knee joints is multiplied by four during daily activities like walking and climbing stairs.

Losing weight decreases the load on the knee, which can lead to significant pain relief and reduced risk of osteoarthritis.

Excessive weight can contribute to the development of osteoarthritis (OA), a degenerative joint disease that causes pain, stiffness, and limited mobility.

Losing even a small amount of weight can reduce the stress on the knees, alleviate pain, and prevent or slow the progressive of OA.

PMID: 15986358, 38144515

09/26/2025

A brand new study found that people with a low daily fluid intake (under 1.5 liters) had a 50% higher cortisol response to a stressful situation than those who met recommended daily intake levels.

This phenomenon is linked to the body’s water-regulation system, as dehydration can increase the release of vasopressin, a hormone that affects both water balance and the brain’s stress-response center, amplifying the cortisol response.

High cortisol levels can lead to increased blood sugar and fat storage, especially around the abdomen. It also interferes with the body’s use of insulin.

Chronic high cortisol is also linked to high blood pressure and can contribute to heart disease by causing artery constriction and plaque buildup.

Cortisol suppresses the immune system by reducing white blood cell activity, making you more vulnerable to infections.

High cortisol also causes muscle weakness by breaking down muscle tissue and can even lead to bone density.

High cortisol can also result in fragile skin that heals slowly and can worsen acne.

You may also experience mood swings, irritability, anxiety, depression, difficulty concentrating and decision making, disruption of sleep-wake cycle leading to chronic fatigue and insomnia.

Individuals with lower fluid intake may not feel thirstier than their well-hydrated counterparts, but their bodies will show the affects of dehydration, such as more concentrated urine, fatigue, skin issues, confusion, rapid heartbeat and more.

The cost of dehydration is high and your body is paying the price! Aim for at least 1.5 liters of water a day and be sure you are taking sufficient amounts of essential electrolytes to ensure proper hydration. Electrolytes are needed EVERY DAY not just during sick recovery!

STUDY IS TOO NEW FOR PMID. See more here: https://newatlas.com/diet-nutrition/water-stress-cortisol/
Or Google and research for yourself

09/22/2025

Struggling with relationship challenges?
With over 4,800 clinical hours I specialize in helping individuals and couples navigate issues such as separation, divorce, blended families, infidelity, and communication issues, conflict resolution.

Are you dealing with codependency, attachment struggles, loneliness, anxiety, trauma, addiction, narcissistic abuse, or some other mental health issue. I’m here to provide the support you need. Let’s work together to find healing!

Click link in my bio to set up a free consult to see if I might be a good fit for you.

09/20/2025

"Ever wondered why some relationships feel like a cozy hug, while others leave you spinning? 😏 It's all about attachment styles – the invisible blueprint shaping how we love and connect.

From the secure 'I'm good on my own and with you' vibe to the anxious 'Text me back ASAP!' energy, understanding yours (and your partner's) can be a game-changer for healthier bonds.

Want to learn about attachment styles? I can help! Drop a ❤️ in the comments if you're ready to dive in, or Click my link in my bio to get a free consult. Let's unpack this together!

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