Authentically Me Psychotherapy

02/02/2026

Busy has become the background noise of modern life.
And many nervous systems are paying the cost.
This short reflection explores how a simple action- through gentle vibration- can activate the parasympathetic system, stimulate the vagus nerve, and help ease stress, anxiety, and internal overload.

It's not about another "hack"... it's a human regulation cue the body can recognize and benefit from.

01/28/2026

When life moves fast, disconnection from the body can become almost automatic... a default way of living in order to keep up with everything life requires.

It's as if there's only two options for dealing with the stress and overwhelm: avoidance… or collapse.

This short reflection introduces a different option- one backed by science and psychology, felt in the soul and built on micro-steps and present-moment awareness.

Through simple touch and sensation, the body is invited back into the conversation, supporting steadier regulation over time.

Not flashy.
Not forceful.
Just effective, body-based presence.

01/26/2026

Thoughts spiraling?
Keeping up with everything feeling too much?
Despite plenty of success, it feels like a mess inside?

Anxiety and overwhelm... even those who look "successful" can struggle with them.
It's not a character flaw or a sign you're doing something bad or wrong.
It doesn't mean something is broken or damaged and needs to be "fixed".

It's possible to work with them, reduce them, and manage them differently when they do pop up.

Here's a brief practice to help: https://youtu.be/7Wv7sTKjCtw?si=tRJm6GUsuSFj82rk

01/22/2026

Modern life and busy... they seem to go together, don't they?
Days layered with motion, demands, constant output and overwhelming input...

But even within that pace, we have a nervous system that wants to support a sense of internal restoration.

The parasympathetic system, often overlooked, exists to aid in bringing our systems back into balance.
And, its primary nerve, the vagus nerve, responds well to something simple- something available to us all....

Vibration.

No technology needed.

One way to create vibration that stimulates this nerve is to do something that takes very minimal effort...
Research links it with reduced anxiety, steadier heart rate and blood pressure, and the release of calming, connective neurochemicals like oxytocin.

A small, human practice.
Accessible.
Regulating.

It doesn’t require adding or spending more to the fast-paced busy-ness.

If you give the practice a try, let me know how it goes in the comments. I'm adding more practices, resources and tools to my Youtube Channels all the time: Authentically Me Psychotherapy and Success Redefined with Dr. Toni- feel free to share or join in there too.

01/15/2026

Too much fast-paced, busy living can lead to the body disappearing... not literally, of course.
But, from awareness for sure...
Sensations get muted.
Signals get missed.
Stress quietly accumulates.

This short reflection explores one way to reduce the disconnection so there's a greater sense of internal connection, without having to rely on avoidance or a "magical fix"...

An intentional approach that uses touch and sensation to restore presence, support nervous system regulation, and build steadier resilience over time.

Subtle.
Grounded.
Surprisingly effective.

01/01/2026

May you reflect on 2025 in a way that helps you enter 2026 with good intentions, connected to your heart and aligned with your core values.

May you experience meaningful connections, joyful moments and opportunities for fun and growth.

Happy new year 🎆

#2026

08/27/2025

Over 61 million women experience intimate partner violence in their lifetime.
Domestic violence hides in plain sight.
It's more common than most of us want to realize or admit.
And that's a problem we can all get behind caring and doing more about.

So when I was at my local BWNICE meeting and we were talking about ways to help sponsor the upcoming Red Shoe Event—an annual event explicitly dedicated to raising funds and awareness for the Bucks County's Domestic Abuse Center, 'A Woman's Place'—it made complete sense for me to offer 10% of sales go directly to this cause.

A cause that, as a trauma therapist and a woman who has navigated trauma herself, feels deeply personal and essential to support.

If you've been on the fence, holding out about signing up for the RESET—know that from Aug 28- Sept 3, 10% of your investment will go straight to helping end domestic violence and getting survivors to the safety, care and treatment they need and deserve.

👉 Sign up today: https://courses.boldandbalancedcoaching.com/workingwomenreset

📌 More info:
🔴 Red Shoe Event → https://bwnice.org/bucks-county-red-shoe-2024/
💜 A Woman’s Place → https://awomansplace.org/
****Please note: This offering is a nonclinical offering and is not available for use by clinical clients.

04/11/2024

Perfectionism can be a silent struggle that plays in the shadows of our minds and affects the way we think, feel and interact.

Rachel is a therapist and mom who courageously shares some of her experiences with the pressures of perfection in this podcast episode

04/09/2024

Perfectionism is a struggle for many achievers and caregivers …

Check out this quick clip where Rachel shares some of her experience with perfectionism as a mom, wife and woman.

60 seconds · Clipped by Success Redefined with Dr. Toni · Original video "The High Achieving Perfectionist Professional Woman + Navigating Sensuality Post D...