Desta Therapy

02/17/2026

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/doesemdrwork

When people first hear about Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), the most common question is simple: Does EMDR work? The short answer is: Yes. EMDR is widely recognized as one of the most effective treatments for trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). Although it is reco...

02/10/2026

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/chin-up-a-gentle-reminder-from-charlotte-s-web

As a child, did you ever watch Charlotte’s Web? Remember where Charlotte encourages Wilbur, the little pig, to stay hopeful even when things look bleak?“Chin up, chin up, put a little laughter in your eyes.Brave it, save it, show them that you’re strong.”It’s simple advice, yet so meaningf...

02/03/2026

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/dead-ends

Recently, I was talking with a good friend who shared about an event in his life that brought him to a crossroads. It was the kind of moment where you pause and ask yourself: If I go down this road, what will it lead to? If I choose the other, where will I end up? These questions matter because what...

01/25/2026

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/ways-to-support-happiness-one-season-at-a-time

The beginning of the year often comes with a familiar kind of pressure. New resolutions. New habits. New versions of ourselves we are “supposed” to step into right away. Even when we do not consciously buy into it, the message is everywhere. Start fresh. Do more. Be better. For many people, that...

01/13/2026

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/resolutions-need-balance-not-perfection

A new year often arrives with hope, motivation, and the promise that this will be the year things finally change. You might tell yourself: • I’ll stay fit • I’ll reduce my anxiety • I’ll become a better parentIf you’ve made New Year’s resolutions before, you’re not alone if they qu...

01/08/2026

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/the-power-of-words-creating-worlds-how-language-shapes-our-mental-health

Words are more than just tools for communication. They shape how we see ourselves, others, and the world around us. The language we use influences our thoughts, emotions, and even our mental health. This post explores how words create worlds, focusing on the effects of negative and positive language...

12/22/2025

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/why-it-s-a-wonderful-life-feels-so-personal-at-christmas

Every Christmas, It’s a Wonderful Life finds its way back into our living rooms —and into our hearts. ❤️ For many people, it’s not just a holiday movie; it’s an emotional pause. A moment to reflect. A reminder that arrives right when we’re already taking stock of the year behind us.Geo...

12/17/2025

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/the-christmas-cactus-a-beautiful-metaphor-for-our-healing-journey

The Christmas cactus is a unique plant that blooms during the winter months, often around the holiday season. Its ability to thrive and blossom in unexpected conditions makes it a powerful symbol for the healing journey many of us experience. Just like this resilient plant, healing is not always str...

12/16/2025

Are you struggling with billing and/or credentialing?

Desta Billing & Credentialing Services is a highly recommended, family-owned billing and credentialing company based in San Antonio, Texas.

Visit their website to learn more about what they do, and feel free to reach out to Kumail, Director of Operations, with any questions.

And, don’t forget to read the story behind their logo — it’s a good one!

https://www.desta-bcs.com

12/16/2025

12/08/2025

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/holding-onto-hope-this-holiday-season

The holiday season can be beautiful — but also heavy. For many clients at Desta Therapy, LLC, this time of year brings moments of joy mixed with stress, grief, and emotional overwhelm. In therapy, we often see how December can intensify existing challenges, heighten relational dynamics, or stir up...

12/04/2025

https://www.desta-therapy.com/post/a-better-way-to-answer-how-are-you

We all know the script.Someone asks, “How are you?” And, without missing a beat, we answer, “I’m good.” Or, “I’m fine.” Or, on an adventurous day, “Doing alright.”It’s automatic. It’s polite. But it’s also a missed opportunity — one that can quietly transform a moment, a ...