The Monarch Blog

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Coping with a Move: Mental Health Strategies That Help

Feeling ungrounded after a big move? You’re not alone. Whether you’ve relocated across town or across the country, moving can take a toll on your mental health. This supportive guide offers 10 therapist-approved tips to ease stress, stay emotionally grounded, and find your footing again, one small step at a time.

Read now for simple ways to care for your nervous system during life transitions.

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Trauma | Abuse | Recovery | Support Carissa Hannum Trauma | Abuse | Recovery | Support Carissa Hannum

EMDR Therapy Part 2: What to Expect Before Reprocessing Trauma

This is Part 2 of our EMDR therapy series explores the essential trauma work that lays the foundation for healing, including mindfulness, emotional regulation, and parts work. Part 2 also focuses on what happens before reprocessing begins specifically, the preparation and stabilization phases. If you missed Part 1: Understanding the Process for Trauma, Anxiety & Eating Disorders.

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Parts Work in Therapy: Understanding Your Inner Emotional System

Ever feel torn between conflicting emotions? That’s where “parts work” in therapy can help. Learn how Internal Family Systems (IFS) and other approaches support healing by exploring the different parts of you with compassion, not judgment. Curious about parts work? Reach out today to see if it’s the right fit for your journey.

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Trauma | Abuse | Recovery | Support Carissa Hannum Trauma | Abuse | Recovery | Support Carissa Hannum

EMDR Therapy Part 1: Understanding the Process for Trauma, Anxiety & Eating Disorders

EMDR therapy is a powerful, research-backed way to heal from trauma, anxiety, and eating disorders. Whether you're new to therapy or curious about reprocessing painful experiences, this blog breaks down how EMDR works and why it might be the next step in your healing journey. Explore EMDR with Monarch Wellness in Maryland, Washington DC, and Virginia.

This is Part 1 of our EMDR series. Read Part 2 to learn what happens before reprocessing begins.

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Why I Might Be Relapsing and Struggling Right Now: A Trans Perspective

Feeling overwhelmed by relapse, trauma, or current events as a trans or LGBTQ+ person? Monarch Wellness offers compassionate counseling and therapy in Maryland, Washington DC, and Virginia. Find supportive guidance on coping with eating disorders, addiction, anxiety, and stress. You're not alone, and we're here to help.

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