04/02/2026
Welcome to 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘆 𝗧𝗵𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆!
This week, we’re highlighting one of our amazing clinicians, Angie, someone who turned her own experience of healing into a passion for helping others find connection, creativity, and meaning, even on the hard days.
𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐝𝐢𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐛𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐞 𝐚 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐬𝐭?
I became a therapist because I’ve always had a deep passion for helping others and a natural curiosity about people’s experiences. When I was young, I was diagnosed with a few autoimmune disorders and was encouraged to start counseling to help cope with the changes in my life. Beginning therapy at 13 had a meaningful impact on me and shifted the way I viewed both mental and physical wellness. That experience sparked a passion that eventually led me to pursue this work.
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐩𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐰𝐞𝐥𝐥?
Spending intentional time with people who uplift me. Whether it’s a simple phone call with a family member or relaxing with my dogs, being around those who help me feel connected and fulfilled makes a big difference.
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭’𝐬 𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐢𝐩 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐛𝐚𝐝 𝐝𝐚𝐲𝐬?
Doing something creative. Making jewelry, coloring, or any creative outlet helps me shift my focus away from negativity and into something calming and productive. For me, it can feel like a form of active meditation.
𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐛𝐨𝐨𝐤/𝐩𝐨𝐝𝐜𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐝?
𝙼𝚊𝚗’𝚜 𝚂𝚎𝚊𝚛𝚌𝚑 𝚏𝚘𝚛 𝙼𝚎𝚊𝚗𝚒𝚗𝚐.
This book explores the idea of finding purpose even in the midst of suffering. Drawing from his experiences during the Holocaust, Viktor Frankl describes how meaning and perspective can help people endure incredibly difficult circumstances. It’s a powerful reminder of human resilience and the importance of purpose.
𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐜𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐤𝐧𝐞𝐰 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐩𝐲?
That therapy doesn’t require you to have everything figured out before you begin. It’s simply a space to show up as you are and explore your thoughts and experiences with support.
𝐅𝐚𝐯𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐞 𝐬𝐞𝐥𝐟-𝐜𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐫𝐢𝐭𝐮𝐚𝐥?
Painting my nails. It’s a simple routine that helps me slow down and do something just for myself.
