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Wednesday 8am - 5:30pm Friday 8am - 1pm

http://www.HealYourHeartTherapy.com/

Ashley N. Green, MA, LMFT 112738 - Heal Your Heart Therapy, Redding, CA (2026)

04/23/2026

Boundaries are not rejection—
they are self-respect.

Boundaries aren’t about controlling others.
They’re about clearly communicating what you will and will not accept.

When you struggle to set boundaries, it often sounds like:
• “I don’t want to hurt their feelings.”
• “It’s easier if I just do it myself.”
• “They’ll be upset with me.”

But here’s the truth:
Every time you abandon your boundary, you abandon yourself.

Healthy boundaries look like:
• Saying no without over-explaining
• Not taking responsibility for others’ emotions
• Following through on consequences
• Choosing peace over people-pleasing

Boundaries may feel uncomfortable at first—especially if you’re used to prioritizing others.

But discomfort is not danger. It’s growth.

You’re allowed to protect your time, your energy, and your mental health.

You don’t need permission to take care of yourself.

— Heal Your Heart Therapy

04/22/2026

Not everything we see on social media about mental health is accurate—and sometimes those misunderstandings can actually minimize real experiences.

✨ Let’s clear a few things up:

• Gaslighting isn’t just someone disagreeing with you or remembering something differently. It’s a pattern meant to make you question your reality over time.

• PTSD isn’t about being “overly sensitive.” It develops after trauma that overwhelms your ability to cope—and it can be deeply impactful and life-altering.

• Autism isn’t being “a little quirky.” It’s a neurodevelopmental difference that affects communication, sensory experiences, and support needs.

• Intrusive thoughts aren’t random impulses you act on. They are unwanted, often distressing thoughts that go against who you are.

• Triggers aren’t just things that annoy you. They’re tied to past experiences and can create strong emotional or physical reactions.

💡 When we use these terms casually, we risk invalidating people who are truly living with these experiences.

Language matters. Understanding matters. And getting it right matters.

I saw this imagine and added "Triggers." What else would you add?

04/21/2026

People often get confused—not because the behavior isn’t harmful, but because it doesn’t always look harmful.

That’s where masking comes in.

Narcissism isn’t just arrogance or confidence. At its core, it’s about control, validation, and protecting a fragile sense of self.
Masking is how that gets hidden.

You might see:
✨ Charm
✨ Helpfulness
✨ Humility
✨ Victimhood

But over time, the pattern tells the truth.
Pay attention to the mismatch:

Words that sound caring… but actions that feel controlling.

Apologies that don’t lead to change.

Connection that leaves you confused or drained.
The mask can be convincing—especially in the beginning.

But patterns don’t lie.

Trust what you consistently experience, not just what you’re shown.

04/15/2026

🧠 Mini-Lesson: Thought Restructuring with CBT

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) helps you change negative thinking patterns to improve your emotions and behavior. Today, we'll focus on thought restructuring — a skill to identify and challenge unhelpful thoughts.

Meet Sarah: she often thinks, “I'm not good enough.” This thought makes her feel anxious and avoid new challenges.

Step-by-step practice:
1️⃣ Notice the negative thought.
2️⃣ Ask yourself: Is this thought true? What evidence do I have?
3️⃣ Consider alternative, more balanced thoughts.
4️⃣ Replace the negative thought with a balanced one.

Try this 3-day challenge:
For the next three days, write down one negative thought you notice each day. Then, practice questioning it and write an alternative thought. Share your experience with us!

Changing thought patterns takes practice but can improve your mood and outlook.

04/14/2026

Narcissistic Traits vs. Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD)

Not everyone who shows narcissistic traits has Narcissistic Personality Disorder—and understanding the difference matters, especially in relationships and clinical work.

Narcissistic traits exist on a spectrum. Many people can show moments of:
Defensiveness when criticized
A need for validation
Difficulty tolerating shame

These traits are often situational, flexible, and capable of insight. With safety and awareness, these individuals can reflect, repair, and grow.
NPD, however, is different.

It’s not just “a lot of traits”—it’s a rigid personality structure organized around protecting a fragile sense of self.

Here’s what often goes deeper beneath the surface:

Identity instability masked by certainty
The person may present as confident or superior, but their internal identity is often unstable and dependent on external validation.

Chronic shame avoidance
What looks like arrogance is often a defense against deep, intolerable shame. This is why accountability can feel threatening—not corrective.

Relational patterns over time (not moments)
Look for consistent dynamics: idealization → devaluation → discard, rather than isolated incidents of hurtful behavior.

Empathy impairment vs. empathy refusal

With traits, empathy may be inconsistent. With NPD, empathy is often structurally impaired—especially when it conflicts with self-protection.

Reality distortion as self-protection

This is where gaslighting can emerge—not always as calculated manipulation, but as a defense against psychological collapse.

Why this matters clinically and relationally:

When we label every harmful behavior as “narcissism,” we:
Miss opportunities for growth in those capable of change
And underestimate the impact of true personality pathology

Understanding the difference helps us set appropriate expectations, boundaries, and interventions.

Not everything is narcissism.

But when it is—it’s deeper than it looks.

04/09/2026

Parenting doesn’t come with a manual—and you don’t have to figure it out alone. 💛

My associate, Mike Dimino, AMFT, focuses on helping parents build real, practical skills that actually work in everyday life. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or just want to grow as a parent, this is a supportive space for you.

✨ Learn positive discipline
✨ Strengthen communication
✨ Reduce stress at home

We offer both in-person and telehealth sessions, so you can receive support from anywhere in California. These sessions can be done individually or with the family.

✔️ We accept Partnership insurance
✔️ Cash pay available + superbills provided

Spots are limited—reach out today to get started.
📞 Call/Text: 530-276-8326
🌐 www.HealYourHeartTherapy.com/Michael-Dimino

04/07/2026

The connection you feel with your therapist isn’t just a “nice bonus”—it’s actually one of the strongest predictors of meaningful progress in therapy.

A therapeutic relationship built on trust, safety, and genuine understanding creates the foundation for real change. When clients feel seen (not judged), heard (not dismissed), and supported (not fixed), they’re more willing to open up, explore deeper patterns, and take emotional risks.

Without that connection, therapy can feel surface-level… like you’re talking at someone instead of being truly understood. But with it? Therapy becomes a space where healing, growth, and clarity can actually take root.

It’s okay to find the right fit. You deserve a therapist you feel connected to—not just one you “settle” for.

03/31/2026

🧠 Brainspotting is a therapy technique that identifies and processes trauma by focusing on specific eye positions linked to emotional pain.

This method matters because it allows access to deep parts of the brain where traumatic memories are stored, helping release intense feelings that traditional talk therapy might miss. For example, someone struggling to move past a painful breakup might feel stuck despite understanding the situation logically.

In a session, the therapist who is trained or certified in Brainspotting helps you find eye positions that bring these hidden emotions to the surface. A practical step: try noticing where your eyes naturally go when you feel distressed and gently hold that gaze as you breathe deeply to begin calming your nervous system.

Interactive Prompt: What do you notice in your body or mind when your eyes focus on a particular spot during difficult emotions? Share your experience or save this post to try the exercise later! 💬

03/30/2026

Meet Rosalyn "Rozz" Garcia, my newest registered associate at Heal Your Heart Therapy! 🌿

Rosalyn brings a compassionate and holistic approach while focusing on helping you navigate life's challenges with care and understanding.

She is currently accepting clients! Rosalyn is able to bill Partnership and she can provide superbills for all other insurances.

Learn more about Rozz here:https://www.healyourhearttherapy.com/rosalyn-garcia-amft

You can contact her directly via text, call or email.

Rosalyn "Rozz" Garcia, AMFT
530- 424-2535
RosalynLGarciaTherapy@gmail.com

Welcome to the team, Rozz! We're excited to have you!

03/25/2026

✨ Postpartum Depression Support Group ✨

Motherhood is beautiful… but it can also be overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting.

Many moms experience anger, rage, intrusive thoughts, anxiety, burnout, or deep sadness after having a baby — and yet they often feel like they’re supposed to just “handle it.”

You don’t have to go through this alone.
Our 6-week Postpartum Depression Support Group provides a safe, supportive space to:
• Learn practical tools to manage postpartum depression and anxiety
• Understand and cope with intrusive thoughts
• Regulate overwhelming emotions
• Strengthen connection with yourself and your baby
• Reduce isolation and build supportive routines

💗 You are welcome whether you are currently pregnant, recently had your baby, want information for the future, or to process your postpartum depression from the past!

👶 Babies who are not yet walking are welcome to join you during group.

This group is led by a trained mental health professional and designed to help you find yourself again while navigating motherhood.

🗓 Starts: April 14, 2026. Every Tuesday for 6 weeks.
⏰ Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Location: 2030 Hartnell Ave Ste D, Redding

💲 Cost: $25/week for 6 weeks ($150 total)
✔ Partnership accepted

👩‍⚕️ Facilitated by: Kylee Barone, M.A., AMFT

👉 Register here:
Www.healyourhearttherapy.com/groups

You deserve support, healing, and connection during this season of life. 💗

03/20/2026

When conflict hits, it can feel like everything is falling apart.

But what most people don’t realize is this:

It’s not always the argument that makes someone want to leave…
It’s what the argument activates inside of them.

Old wounds.
Fear of abandonment.
Feeling misunderstood.
Not feeling safe.

So the nervous system goes into protection mode:
“I need out of this.”

Not because they truly want to end the relationship—
but because they want relief from the emotional overwhelm.

This is where so many couples get stuck.

One person is trying to solve the issue…
while the other is trying to escape the feeling.

And unless that deeper layer is understood,
the cycle just keeps repeating.

Healing isn’t just about better communication.
It’s about learning how to stay regulated inside conflict.

03/12/2026

✨ Postpartum Depression Support Group ✨

Motherhood is beautiful… but it can also be overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting.

Many moms experience anger, rage, intrusive thoughts, anxiety, burnout, or deep sadness after having a baby — and yet they often feel like they’re supposed to just “handle it.”

You don’t have to go through this alone.

Our 6-week Postpartum Depression Support Group provides a safe, supportive space to:
• Learn practical tools to manage postpartum depression and anxiety
• Understand and cope with intrusive thoughts
• Regulate overwhelming emotions
• Strengthen connection with yourself and your baby
• Reduce isolation and build supportive routines
This group is led by a trained mental health professional and designed to help you find yourself again while navigating motherhood.

🗓 Starts: April 14, 2026
⏰ Time: 6:00–8:00 PM
📍 Location: 2030 Hartnell Ave Ste D, Redding
💲 Cost: $25/week for 6 weeks ($150 total)
✔ Partnership accepted

👩‍⚕️ Facilitated by: Kylee Barone, M.A., AMFT

👉 Register here:
www.HealYourHeartTherapy.com/groups⁠

You deserve support, healing, and connection during this season of life. 💗

Ashley N. Green, MA, LMFT 112738 - Heal Your Heart Therapy

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