Lisa Paer, LMFT, LPCC

We find comfort in the expression, "Time heals all wounds." Just let some time pass and things will work themselves out, right? This can be true for some situations and experiences, absolutely. But even small wounds left untreated are at risk of infection, leading to the need for more intensive treatment and care than if they had been properly attended to from the get-go. Likewise, it's important to address even the small mental and emotional wounds in our lives. To do that, ...we need to work THROUGH them. This may mean taking the band-aid off for a period of time to examine the wound underneath. It can be uncomfortable and even painful to address, and many of us unconsciously (and understandably) choose to ignore the wound instead. It's easier that way, at least in the short term. But what happens when we get another wound, and another? Band-aids can only do so much. It's the ultimate act of self love to be willing to FEEL it to truly HEAL it. Doing the hard work now will lead to greater life satisfaction and happiness in the long run. If you think you might be ready, contact me today to get started! #worthit #feeling #healing #workthroughit #selflove #therapy #counseling #mindfulness #weekendvibes #smallbusinesssaturday #signalhill #longbeach #TherapyInsightOut

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Ever feel like you don't fit in and that all eyes are on you? And then when you realize that you feel uncomfortable, you begin acting awkward and unlike your actual, awesome self? It's normal to feel like the odd one out sometimes, even often! But the more we tell ourselves we don't belong, the less we embrace the beautiful differences that make us who we are. We don't need more of THEM in the world; we need more of YOU. So BE YOU, because I believe that you rock! And I hope that you believe it, too.

What will you do for yourself today? I'm going to do #yoga for #selfcare, so that I can be more #balanced and clear-headed tomorrow. #motivationmonday #motivationalquotes #therapy #counseling #mindfulness #therapyinsightout