Wildflower Center for Emotional Health

Wildflower Center for Emotional Health We are psychotherapists on a mission to transform how we care for ourselves and one another.
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With expertise in reproductive mental health, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, and s*x therapy. We created Wildflower Center because we believe that emotional health is not simply the absence of disease, but the presence of active efforts to create balance, face difficulty, cope effectively, and emerge feeling wiser and more alive. We offer a wide array of therapeutic and learning exper

iences to help you accomplish your goals. We provide:

Individual psychotherapy
Couples and family counseling
Group therapy and workshops
Lectures, trainings and consultations

Therapists do powerful work holding space for others—but our own bodies and nervous systems are part of the clinical pro...
07/29/2026

Therapists do powerful work holding space for others—but our own bodies and nervous systems are part of the clinical process too.

The Therapist’s Body: Mind–Body Practices for Co-Regulation and Resilience in Clinical Work is now live.

This training explores how therapists can cultivate greater awareness of their own nervous systems, use mind–body practices to support co-regulation with clients, and build sustainable resilience in clinical work.

Learn more and enroll here:
https://wildflowerllc.thinkific.com/courses/therapists_body

Trauma doesn’t just live in our memories—it lives in our bodies. And for many people, talk therapy alone isn’t enough to...
07/28/2026

Trauma doesn’t just live in our memories—it lives in our bodies. And for many people, talk therapy alone isn’t enough to fully release what’s been held inside.

Our newest Wildflower Webzine article breaks down EMDR, a powerful, research-backed therapy that supports the brain in reprocessing traumatic or distressing experiences. EMDR helps shift memories from “stuck and overwhelming” to something that feels more grounded and manageable.

Inside the article, we explore:
✨ What EMDR is and how it works
✨ Why bilateral stimulation (eye movements, tapping, tones) supports healing
✨ Conditions EMDR can help with—from PTSD to grief to birth trauma
✨ How EMDR differs from traditional talk therapy
✨ Why now, more than ever, trauma-informed modalities matter

If you’ve wondered whether EMDR might be right for you or someone you love, this is a gentle place to start.

Read the full article on the Wildflower Webzine.

✨ Good news for new clients! ✨Online scheduling is now live at Wildflower!Easily browse our therapists, check availabili...
07/27/2026

✨ Good news for new clients! ✨

Online scheduling is now live at Wildflower!

Easily browse our therapists, check availability, and book your first appointment — all in a few simple clicks.

Find the right therapist and start your journey today: https://www.wildflowerllc.com/online-scheduling/

Ever text someone and spiral when they don’t reply? 🙋‍♀️Our thoughts have a way of shaping how we feel and act—often mor...
07/26/2026

Ever text someone and spiral when they don’t reply? 🙋‍♀️
Our thoughts have a way of shaping how we feel and act—often more than we realize. In our latest Wildflower webzine article, Natalie Hall, MSW, LSW, introduces Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and how it helps you challenge unhelpful thoughts + feel more in control of your reactions.

Read Untangling Your Thoughts: An Introduction to CBT here: https://www.wildflowerllc.com/untangling-your-thoughts-an-introduction-to-cbt/

Not every couple who feels stuck is on the brink of ending.Sometimes it’s just:– the same argument on repeat– feeling mo...
07/25/2026

Not every couple who feels stuck is on the brink of ending.

Sometimes it’s just:
– the same argument on repeat
– feeling more like roommates than partners
– resentment that never fully clears
– disconnection you can’t quite name

A couples intensive is space to slow down and actually work through it — not in 50-minute fragments, but in a focused, intentional way.

More time.
More depth.
More clarity.

If you’re wanting to feel like you’re on the same team again, this might be for you.

💛 "I'm so sorry you're going through this."💛 "It's okay to not be okay."💛 "I'm here when you're ready to share."When som...
07/24/2026

💛 "I'm so sorry you're going through this."
💛 "It's okay to not be okay."
💛 "I'm here when you're ready to share."

When someone you care about is experiencing infertility, it's natural to want to help—but many people aren't sure what to say.

The truth is that support doesn't require having the perfect words. Often, the most meaningful thing we can offer is empathy, validation, and a willingness to sit with someone in their pain.

In this article, Gabrielle Pendley, MA, LCSW, CADC, PMH-C shares 10 thoughtful and compassionate ways to support a friend or loved one navigating infertility.

Because sometimes the smallest statements can make the biggest difference.

Read the full article on our website.

07/23/2026

Meet Micah Fisher (they/them), LSW, one of our incredible clinicians at Wildflower.

Micah’s work is rooted in safety, collaboration, and curiosity. Their approach blends q***r theory, anti-oppressive practice, and evidence-based care to help clients deepen emotional awareness and meet their feelings with compassion—not shame.

Micah specializes in supporting LGBTQ+ individuals and families, neurodiverse clients, those navigating bipolar disorder or complex trauma, and anyone wanting to understand their experiences through both personal and structural lenses. They also bring expertise in perinatal mental health, s*x therapy, depression, and anxiety.

Reach out to schedule an appointment with Micah!

🎉 Congratulations to Marco Renzi, LCSW, PMH-C, on earning the Certified S*x Therapist (CST) credential!This achievement ...
07/22/2026

🎉 Congratulations to Marco Renzi, LCSW, PMH-C, on earning the Certified S*x Therapist (CST) credential!

This achievement reflects Marco's ongoing commitment to providing thoughtful, evidence-based care and expanding his expertise to better support clients. As a Certified S*x Therapist, Marco brings specialized training in helping individuals and couples navigate concerns related to intimacy, s*xuality, relationships, s*xual functioning, and overall s*xual well-being with compassion, curiosity, and affirmation.

We're so proud to celebrate this milestone and grateful to have Marco as part of the Wildflower team. Please join us in congratulating him on this well-deserved accomplishment! 👏🌼

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07/22/2026

So you might have noticed… parenting in 2026 is a little chaotic. 😅
Between the news cycle, the non-stop noise, endless schedules, and big emotions (theirs and ours!), it can feel like you’re constantly running on high alert. Here’s the thing: the world doesn’t seem to be slowing down anytime soon… but that doesn’t mean your nervous system can’t. 💛
Join us for our newest workshop on Wildflower Center for Learning:

✨ From Chaos to Calm: How to Keep Your Cool When Things Get Heated ✨

Led by a parent, for parents, this workshop offers grounded, realistic tools to help you find your steady center- even in the middle of a meltdown moment.
You don’t have to do this parenting thing in survival mode. Let’s learn how to co-regulate, drop the pressure, and create a little more calm in the chaos together.
👇 Click the link in our bio to purchase on Wildflower Center for Learning

https://wildflowerllc.thinkific.com/courses/chaos_to_calm

Preparing for a new baby often comes with excitement, anticipation, and a lot of focus on the birthing parent—but the tr...
07/21/2026

Preparing for a new baby often comes with excitement, anticipation, and a lot of focus on the birthing parent—but the transition to parenthood deeply impacts partners, too.

In his latest article, Marco Renzi, LCSW, PMH-C explores how non-birthing partners can prepare for this major life transition with intention, compassion, and realistic expectations.

From learning about postpartum mental health, to having honest conversations about division of labor, to protecting your relationship during the early postpartum period, small steps taken now can make a meaningful difference later.

The transition to parenthood can be challenging, but you do not have to navigate it alone. Preparation, support, and connection matter. 💛

Read more in Marco’s latest article: Preparing for Your New Baby: A Guide for the Non-Birthing Partner

https://www.wildflowerllc.com/preparing-for-your-new-baby-a-guide-for-the-non-birthing-partner/

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