The Monarch Blog
Whether you're seeking information, inspiration, or community, we invite you to join us as we navigate the complexities of being well together.
Understanding Anxiety as a Nervous System Response
Anxiety isn’t just in your head, it’s your body’s way of saying something feels off. In this blog, we explore how trauma, chronic stress, and nervous system overload can show up as anxiety, overthinking, or perfectionism. Learn how trauma-informed therapy can help you reconnect with your body, feel safer from the inside out, and finally unwind that constant bracing.
Read the full post to better understand what your anxiety might really be telling you.
The Importance of Community in Eating Disorder Recovery
Recovery doesn’t have to be lonely. Whether you’re navigating anorexia, bulimia, BED, or another eating disorder, community support can be a powerful part of healing. Learn how shared connection, group support, and encouragement from others in recovery can help you feel seen and keep moving forward. Read the blog to discover how to build or find your recovery community.
When Eating Feels Hard: Eating Disorders, Sensory Issues, ARFID, and Body Image
Struggling with food textures, eating in public, or being called a “picky eater”? You’re not alone. This blog explores the connection between sensory issues, ARFID, eating disorders, and body image and why eating can feel so hard sometimes. Learn practical tips, feel seen, and take the next step toward a more peaceful relationship with food.
Self-Care for Well-Being: 4 Key Areas to Support a Healthier You
Self-care isn’t selfish, it’s essential. From physical habits to emotional check-ins and healthy relationships, taking care of yourself helps you show up as your best self. Explore four key areas of self-care and discover small, meaningful ways to support your well-being today.
How Telehealth Is Changing Access to Mental Health Care: A Therapist’s Perspective
Telehealth has changed the way we access therapy, making mental health support more flexible, secure, and inclusive. Whether you're navigating a busy schedule, living in a remote area, or simply prefer virtual care, online therapy can meet you where you are. Explore how telehealth is improving mental health care and what it means for clients and clinicians alike.
Read the full blog to learn how virtual therapy is expanding access to care.
Trauma Responses in the Body
Learn about trauma responses like fight/flight, freeze, and collapse. Get effective treatment in Washington DC, Maryland, and Virginia.
Three Books I’m Enjoying as a Friendship Heights/DC Trauma Therapist
Explore top books on trauma therapy, embodiment, body image, and nervous system recovery. Visit Monarch Wellness in Friendship Heights, DC, for expert guidance.
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