Regulation Isn’t Only Calming Down… It’s Completing the Stress Response
When regulation feels elusive, the question often isn’t “What’s wrong with me?” but rather “What does my nervous system need to complete?”
If you’re noticing that traditional coping strategies aren’t working — or that your body feels stuck in activation despite your best efforts — you don’t have to navigate that alone. My work is grounded in relational, trauma-informed, and somatic approaches that support both activation and settling in ways that feel sustainable.
Integrated Trauma-Informed Couples Therapy
Integrated Trauma-Informed Couples Therapy in Dallas combining Gottman Method couples counseling with trauma therapy. Collaborative sessions available when clinically indicated.
What 3 a.m. Parenting Taught Me About Co-Regulation and Trauma-Informed Care
A Dallas trauma-informed therapist reflects on what 3 a.m. parenting taught her about co-regulation, nervous systems, and attachment. Read more about how these ideas shape therapy at Crescent Counseling in Dallas, Texas.
Why Emotional Expansion Matters in Trauma-Informed Healing
A Dallas trauma-informed therapist explains why emotional expansion is as important as regulation in healing from trauma and stress, especially highlighting the use of Expansion Brainspotting.
How to Share About Your Trauma Therapy Without Overloading Your Relationship
A Dallas therapist explains how to talk about trauma with loved ones while maintaining boundaries and emotional safety.
Why I Use Brainspotting in Trauma-Informed Therapy
A Dallas therapist explains why she uses Brainspotting as a key trauma-informed approach in her clinical work.
Brainspotting for Trauma: What to Expect in Your First Session in Dallas
If you’ve ever felt stuck in traditional talk therapy, like you understand your trauma but still feel it in your body, Brainspotting might be exactly what you need. This powerful therapy can help process trauma, anxiety, and PTSD by working with your brain and body, not just your thoughts.
Does SSP Work for Anxiety and Trauma? A Therapist in Dallas Weighs In
As a therapist specializing in trauma, anxiety, and nervous system regulation in Dallas, I’ve seen firsthand how the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) can be a game-changer for clients. Whether you’re a helping professional experiencing burnout, a trauma survivor struggling with dysregulation, or someone dealing with chronic anxiety, the Safe and Sound Protocol offers a way to shift your nervous system toward safety, resilience, and connection.
Your Guide to Starting the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) in Dallas
In a fast-paced city like Dallas, where long work hours, high-pressure careers, and constant stimulation can take a toll on the nervous system, the Safe and Sound Protocol provides a science-backed approach to healing and regulation.
Stress in the City: How Safe and Sound Protocol Helps Dallas Professionals Thrive
Welcome to the high-paced world of Dallas professionals, where long hours, packed schedules, and constant connectivity can leave even the most driven individuals feeling drained. If you're navigating the pressures of your career and struggling to maintain balance, you’re not alone. Enter the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP)—a groundbreaking tool to help you regain focus, emotional regulation, and resilience in the face of burnout.
Summer Relationship Mixtape: Your Therapist’s Insights on Songs About Dating and Friendship
"What Was I Made For" hits right at the heart of the "quarter-life crisis," that all-too-familiar mix of questioning everything from your career path to your relationships and personal beliefs as you hit your twenties and thirties. It’s like the song gives a voice to that inner turmoil, letting you know you're not the only one feeling a bit lost. The confusion and yearning for purpose she sings about? That's super common during these years. Contact Crescent Counseling to explore therapy in Dallas, TX for your own quarter-life crisis.
The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) and Its Benefits for Individuals with ADHD
Living with ADHD means dealing with things like losing focus easily, feeling supercharged, or making hasty decisions. It's like your brain has a million tabs open, and they're all playing music! That's where the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) comes into play. Think of the Safe and Sound Protocol as a cool playlist designed to help your brain chill out and tune in better. This blog will dive into how the Safe and Sound Protocol could be a game-changer for folks with ADHD, helping make daily life a bit smoother.
The 'Growth Era': Personal and Professional Development
Welcome to the 'Growth Era'—a time in your life dedicated to personal and professional development. This era is all about embracing the journey of continuous growth and lifelong learning. It's recognizing that development doesn't stop at a certain age or career stage but evolves with us.
Why We’re Therapists That Don’t Accept Insurance
Are you curious why, even as we push for mental health to be as accessible and normalized as physical health, some therapists (including us) still opt out of accepting insurance? On the blog today, we want to talk about our decision at Crescent Counseling to not accept insurance.
The 'Discovery Era': Finding Yourself
If you're curious about how therapy can assist you in this exciting era of your life, we encourage you to reach out to us. Contact Crescent Counseling to learn more about our services and how we can support you in your therapy journey of growth and self-discovery.
The 'Healing Era': Overcoming Past Traumas
If you’re ready to explore your ‘Healing Era,’ learn more about how Amanda works with trauma. Check out some of the techniques you can expect in therapy with Amanda, like Brainspotting and the Safe and Sound Protocol.