Monarch Wellness & Psychotherapy

06/12/2026

🤍 Pregnancy & Body Image 🤍

Pregnancy brings incredible change to both the body and mind. You can feel grateful for your pregnancy while also struggling with the physical and emotional changes that come with it. Both can be true at the same time.

If you're finding body image changes, weight gain, food aversions, fatigue, or loss of control difficult to navigate, you're not alone. Give yourself permission to feel your emotions, practice self-compassion, and remember that your body is doing important work.

You don't have to go through this alone. Support from loved ones and qualified professionals can make all the difference.

✨ Be gentle with yourself—change is hard, even when it's creating something beautiful.

Click the link below to read the full blog:
https://www.monarchwellness.com/blog/pregnancy-and-your-relationship-with-your-body-and-food

06/05/2026

Wondering if you need a dietitian for eating disorder recovery? Recovery is about much more than food—it's about rebuilding trust with your body, challenging food fears, navigating physical symptoms, and creating sustainable eating habits. Dietitians play a key role on an eating disorder treatment team, providing practical support, accountability, and guidance every step of the way. 💙

Click the link below to read the full blog written by our guest writer, Haley Havighurst!
https://www.monarchwellness.com/blog/the-role-of-a-dietitian-in-eating-disorder-recovery

6/03/26 | By: Haley Havighurst

05/29/2026

Midlife isn’t a dead end — it’s a reset. ✨

Feeling stuck, restless, or disconnected? Start small:
🌿 Take a walk
🎨 Try something creative
☕ Reconnect with a friend
🧠 Make time for yourself

Small shifts can spark big change. Your next chapter starts now.

Click the link below to read the full blog!
https://www.monarchwellness.com/blog/finding-joy-and-new-purpose-when-midlife-feels-like-a-crisis

05/17/2026

Your vagus nerve is constantly listening: It serves as a vital communication pathway between the brain and body—helping regulate heart rate, digestion, inflammation, stress responses, emotional regulation, and our capacity for connection.

The vagus nerve isn’t just about physiology. It’s deeply connected to how we experience safety, belonging, and relationship. Through the lens of Polyvagal Theory, we begin to understand that our nervous systems are always asking one essential question: “Am I safe enough to connect?”

This diagram offers a glimpse into the remarkable reach of the vagus nerve throughout the body—and why understanding it can transform the way we think about health, healing, and human behavior.

✨ Explore more at polyvagal.org/vagusnerve --where you learn directly from Stephen Porges and trusted experts in Polyvagal Theory and the vagus nerve.

05/15/2026

Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, stress, or uncertainty never seem to let up. But resilience isn’t about ignoring your feelings — it’s about learning how to steady yourself through hard moments. 💛

Small habits can make a big difference:
• Take one slow breath before reacting
• Name what you’re feeling
• Reach out to someone you trust
• Focus on one small next step instead of the whole future

Resilience grows through practice, not perfection. Even on difficult days, choosing one healthy coping skill, one supportive connection, or one mindful moment can help you feel more grounded.

You don’t have to navigate stress, anxiety, or addiction alone. Healing starts with one next right step. 🌱

Click the link below to read the full blog!
https://www.monarchwellness.com/blog/how-to-strengthen-your-mind-and-build-resilience-in-an-unpredictable-world

05/08/2026

Many women grow up learning to see their bodies through the eyes of others. This self-objectification can lead to shame, anxiety, and disconnection from our real needs and experiences. Healing begins when we stop asking “How do I look?” and start asking “How do I feel?” Our bodies are instruments for living—not ornaments for judgment.

Click the link below to read this insightful blog:
https://www.monarchwellness.com/blog/rethinking-feminism-body-image-and-self-acceptance

04/24/2026

Rejection sensitivity = a heightened fear of rejection or criticism, often seeing neutral situations as negative.

For some with ADHD, this can become RSD—intense, overwhelming emotional pain triggered by real or perceived rejection.

It can show up as strong emotions, people-pleasing, avoidance, or overthinking.

The pain feels real—even if the rejection isn’t.

Support like therapy, medication, and emotional regulation skills can help.

Click the link below to read the full blog!
https://www.monarchwellness.com/blog/rejection-sensitivity-what-is-it-and-how-does-it-relate-to-adhd

04/17/2026

Starting telehealth therapy? Keep this in mind 👇

✔️ Make sure your therapist is licensed in your state
✔️ Use a HIPAA-secure platform (your privacy matters)
✔️ Choose a therapist who fits your needs + feels right

📶 Test your internet before sessions
🔒 Find a private space where you can խոս freely
🔕 Turn off notifications + limit distractions
🪑 Get comfortable so you can fully focus on yourself

Taking a few minutes to prepare can make your sessions way more effective 💬✨

Click the link below to read the full blog!
https://www.monarchwellness.com/blog/tips-for-online-therapy

04/10/2026

ADHD is a neurodevelopmental condition that affects attention, impulse control, and daily functioning.

It can look like distractibility, forgetfulness, restlessness, time struggles, and emotional ups & downs—and it shows up differently for everyone. It’s also often underdiagnosed in women.

Diagnosis and treatment are personalized, but support is out there—and it does get easier 🤍

Click the link below to read the full blog!
https://www.monarchwellness.com/blog/what-is-adhd

04/03/2026

Feeling drained by constant scrolling?
You’re not alone.

Instead of a full detox, try mindful tech use—being intentional with how and why you use your phone.

Start small:
• Set an intention before unlocking
• Take one breath before scrolling
• Do one supportive action (text, journal, breathe)
• Check in: “Do I feel better or worse?”

Small shifts can turn your phone from distraction → self-care.

Pause. Breathe. Come back to yourself. 💛

Read the full blog by clicking the link below:
https://www.monarchwellness.com/blog/mindful-tech-use-to-reconnect-with-yourself-and-boost-wellbeing