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LJW is a boutique therapy practice. We will meet you where you are and get you where you want to be.

08/10/2025

Spotted in the wild. Our Live Well La Jolla tote living its best life out and about! Nothing makes us happier than seeing these cuties out in the real world.

DM us if you want one for your La Jolla days!

08/08/2025

Ever lie awake at 2 AM replaying that one awkward thing you said… from 5 years ago? 🙃

Turns out, it’s not just you being dramatic—your brain might actually be wired to remember mistakes more vividly.

A new study found that people with higher social anxiety show extra-strong brain rhythms (theta waves in the medial frontal cortex) when they mess up—locking those cringe moments into memory.

So yeah… your brain’s basically making a highlight reel of your most awkward hits. 🙄 The good news? Knowing why is the first step to changing it.

If you are having a hard time with these cringe moments, reach out.

07/16/2025

🌟 Big News at La Jolla Wellness! 🌟

After years of cheering each other on from parallel paths, I’m so excited to share that Robyn Reddell is officially joining La Jolla Wellness as Co-Owner and Director of Clinical Services! 💛✨

Robyn has always been a steady, guiding force behind the scenes—offering her wisdom, groundedness, and deep care since the very beginning. After building our own practices independently, we finally decided it was time to make it official and merge.

If you know Robyn, you know what a calming presence she brings to every room she's in. She's the perfect balance to my drive—thoughtful, steady, and rooted. Whether working with clients or supporting colleagues, she shows up with clarity, compassion, and calm leadership.

As Director of Clinical Services, Robyn will support our team with her years of experience and help expand the services we offer to meet the growing needs of our community.

Robyn and I can’t wait to build this next chapter of La Jolla Wellness together.

📍 La Jolla Wellness | Therapy for real life.

07/15/2025

🌴 Love Island Season 7: Couples Through the Lens of Attachment Theory 🧠
(A little therapy with your reality TV binge— style!)

🥇 Amaya & Bryan → Secure-Secure 💞
Winners and true relationship goals! They supported each other throughout the villa, shared the prize, and went exclusive before the finale—all hallmarks of secure attachment: emotional safety, mutual validation, and resilience in the face of stress. Research shows securely attached couples enjoy higher satisfaction and trust over time.

🥈 Olandria & Nic (“Nicolandria”) → Secure-Anxious (lean anxious)
Early hesitancy blossomed into deep emotional connection. Olandria seemed to crave reassurance, while Nic showed consistency and calm—classic signs of anxious attachment meeting secure responsiveness. This dynamic can spark growth: the anxious partner learns self-regulation, and the secure one supports growth without over-accommodation.

🥉 Huda & Chris → Head-on Anxious-Avoidant ⚠️
Drama alert! This pairing—marked by emotional highs and distancing—reflects the classic anxious-avoidant trap. She sought closeness and emotional intensity; he pulled away under pressure. That push-pull, seen in their finale breakup, shows why couples with mismatched styles need consistent repair strategies (and maybe some guided therapy) to avoid derailing.

4️⃣ Iris & Pepe → Anxious-Anxious (under-the-radar emotional pairing)
They entered the final as more recent partners and seemed eager to connect deeply—showing signs of double anxious pairing, like mutual concern for affirmation and closeness. This dynamic can be sweetly intense, but it also risks co-dependent cycles without self-soothing tools or mutual regulation.

📌 Final Thoughts: Watching Love Island is fun—but it’s also a mini crash course in how we attach, love, and heal. Whether your relationship vibe is secure, fiery, or somewhere in between, putting understanding first is just step one toward healthier, happier connection.

💬 Question for you: Which couple’s dynamic resonates most with your own relationships? Ever seen yourself in the anxious-avoidant tug-of-war? Let’s chat below! 👇

06/27/2025

Are you dating or co-parenting and craving more emotional depth? This one's for you.

Terry Real, featured on Modern Love via the NYT, dives into a challenge many of us face: feeling emotionally distant from the men in their lives. He highlights that too often, men are socialized to shut down from vulnerability early on—which can disconnect them in romantic relationships and parenting dynamics

💔 Why this matters to you:

If you’re dating: That elusive emotional intimacy might not be about disinterest—it could stem from conditioning.

If you’re co-parenting or married: You might sense that dads struggle to show up emotionally, even when your child needs it most.

🔑 Key insights from Terry:
Vulnerability isn’t weakness—it’s the gateway to real connection. Feelings are meant to be shared, not brushed under the rug .

Masculinity is evolving. Men don't have to sacrifice emotional truth to be “strong” partners or fathers .

Dads can lead emotionally. Terry even offers practical advice for estranged dads looking to reconnect—proof that change is possible

How La Jolla Wellness can help you:
We offer relationship coaching focused on bridging emotional gaps—so you and your partner can truly feel seen and heard.

Here’s to relationship clarity, emotional depth, and better days ahead ♥️

05/30/2025

As Mental Health Awareness Month comes to a close, we just want to say… thank you. 💛

This month was filled with connection, movement, creativity, and powerful conversations—and we couldn’t have done it without our incredible community partners:
, .house, and — thank you for showing up and helping us celebrate mental wellness in such fun, fresh, and meaningful ways.

From journaling and nervous system tools to breathwork and movement, each event reminded us that mental health support can look like many things—and that healing happens best in community.

We’re already dreaming up more creative ways to engage and continue our mission of destigmatizing mental health all year long. Stay tuned—we’re just getting started. ✨

📍 La Jolla Wellness | Therapy for real life.

05/30/2025

“The bottom dropped out and I couldn’t find the surface again.”
Sara Bareilles recently opened up about her return to acute anxiety—and what it’s taught her about healing.

At the NYT Well Festival, she joined a panel of speakers (including a psychologist and the host of 10% Happier) to talk candidly about living with anxiety—not curing it, but coping with it.

💡 Their biggest takeaways?
- Action absorbs anxiety — movement, connection, and small efforts can shift our state
- Experiment — what works for one person might not work for you. Try therapy, nature, meditation, music,..
- Mindfulness doesn’t have to mean meditation — awe, creativity, and beauty can regulate your nervous system too

Mental health isn’t one-size-fits-all. There’s no gold star for doing it perfectly—just permission to keep showing up for yourself.

📍 La Jolla Wellness | Therapy for real life.

05/27/2025

If you’ve been asking yourself why things feel so hard in your relationship, you might be experiencing relationship burnout.

Unlike a rough patch, burnout is a slow build-up of emotional exhaustion, disconnection, and feeling like there’s “nothing left in the tank” — even when love is still there.

Common signs include:
• Feeling irritable or numb toward your partner
• Constantly walking on eggshells
• Fantasizing about escape or relief
• Feeling unappreciated or emotionally alone

Burnout doesn’t always mean the end. Sometimes, it’s a signal that something needs tending—not tossing.
- Why does burnout happens → think: chronic stress + emotional disconnection
- How can we start healing → communication, boundaries, and self-care matter
- What is outside help → couples therapy or individual support

You deserve to feel safe, supported, and seen in your relationship.

📍 La Jolla Wellness | Therapy for real life.

05/23/2025

Feeling like anxiety has the upper hand? Science says you can reclaim control—and it doesn't require a complete life overhaul.

A recent study from the University of Cambridge highlights practical strategies to manage anxiety and build mental resilience:

Embrace Imperfection: Let go of trying to achieve perfection and take action.
Delay Worry: Set aside specific "worry windows" to contain anxious thoughts.
Help Others: Engaging in acts of kindness can shift focus and reduce anxiety.
Practice Self-Compassion: Treat yourself with the same kindness you'd offer a friend.

These evidence-based approaches can help you navigate anxiety with confidence.

📍 La Jolla Wellness | Therapy for real life.

05/21/2025

Why does change feel so overwhelming—even when it’s what we wanted?

Life transitions (new cities, breakups, career shifts, identity shifts) can stir up grief, fear, and doubt and still be a portal for growth.

In our latest blog post, we talk about:
✨ Why transitions are so emotionally intense
🧠 What your nervous system has to do with it
🛠️ Tools to help you move through change with more clarity and compassion

Whether you’re in the middle of a big shift or just sensing it’s time for one, this one’s for you.

📖 Read it at the link www.lajollawellness.com/insights

📍 La Jolla Wellness | Therapy for real life.

05/13/2025

We’ve been out and about in the community this month for Mental Health Awareness Month and Women’s Health Week—but no matter how inspiring the events, there’s nothing like coming back to the office. 💫

We want therapy to feel comforting—not clinical. When we designed our space, we didn’t want it to feel like you were walking into a cold office… we wanted it to feel like you were popping by a friend’s place for a heart-to-heart. 🛋️✨

From cozy couches to calming details, every corner of our office was designed to help you exhale and settle in. Because when you feel safe and at ease, the real work can begin. 💬💛

📍La Jolla Wellness | Therapy for real life.

05/13/2025

It is post Mother's Day and we want to talk about postpartum. The period after giving birth is an overwhelming time. Luckily, more attention is being paid to this sensitive window of time. Postpartum recovery is about more than just physical healing—it's about mental and emotional well-being too. The newly validated Stanford Obstetric Recovery Checklist (STORK) offers a comprehensive tool to assess recovery across multiple dimensions.

Developed through expert consensus, STORK helps clinicians and new mothers track recovery milestones, ensuring that both physical and emotional needs are addressed during the postpartum period.

At La Jolla Wellness, we recognize the importance of holistic postpartum care. Tools like STORK can facilitate meaningful conversations between mothers and healthcare providers, promoting a smoother transition into motherhood.

📍 La Jolla Wellness | Therapy for real life.

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