Diana M Rothermel, PsyD

Diana M Rothermel, PsyD Hi, I’m Dr. Diana. Finding a therapist can feel overwhelming—I get it.

With 25 years as a licensed clinical psychologist, I show up with compassion, curiosity and a little humor so you feel safe, seen, and supported.

06/16/2026

Anxiety can trigger nausea through the gut-brain connection and activation of the stress response.

Somatic tools don't erase anxiety instantly, but research suggests body-based regulation strategies like paced breathing and grounding can help reduce physiological arousal.

Try these body-based tools:

Lengthen your exhale
Inhale for 4, exhale for 6–8. Longer exhales can help shift your nervous system toward a calmer state.

Ground through your feet
Press your feet firmly into the floor and notice the pressure, temperature, and contact points. Grounding pulls attention out of the spiral and back into your body.

Release jaw and belly tension
Unclench your jaw and soften your stomach muscles. Anxiety often creates unconscious bracing.

Orient to safety
Slowly look around the room and name five things you see. Your nervous system constantly scans for danger — give it updated information.

Don't force the nausea to disappear.

The goal is helping your body feel safer, not fighting the sensation.

06/13/2026

If you grew up believing...

"If someone is upset, it's my job to fix it,"

you may have learned to carry emotions that were never yours to carry.

Many of us were conditioned to keep the peace, smooth things over, and make everyone else comfortable.

Over time, that can look like people-pleasing, anxiety, overexplaining, guilt, and feeling responsible for everyone else's happiness.

Here's the truth:
Someone else's emotions are not your responsibility.

You can be compassionate without carrying them.
You can be supportive without fixing them.
You can care deeply without abandoning yourself.

Healing often begins when you learn the difference.

If you're working on letting go of responsibility for other people's emotions, follow along for more nervous system and healing insights.

06/02/2026

We’re happy to highlight another wellness professional joining us for the InspiHER Aligned & Thriving Mind + Body Retreat on June 4. ✨

Up next, we’re honored to feature…

✨ 🦋 Diana M Rothermel, PsyD - Based out of Rolling Meadows, is a licensed clinical psychologist dedicated to helping individuals better understand themselves, navigate life’s challenges, and create meaningful, lasting change. Her approach blends compassion, insight, and practices to support emotional wellness and personal growth.

Through her work, she helps clients address areas such as anxiety, stress, trauma, self-esteem, relationships, and life transitions, creating a supportive space for healing and self discovery.

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