Blog Posts
Discover the latest articles and posts by Debra Wallace, MS, LMFT, where she shares valuable insights on mental health, therapy, and personal well-being. Stay informed with her expert advice and check out the most recent content to support your journey toward emotional growth and healing.
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Pause & Process Politics: Easter, Consumerism, Business-Model Effects and Sound Meditation
As we navigate political landscapes, seasonal traditions, and the pressures of modern life, it becomes even more important to pause, not to avoid reality, but to process it with care…
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Pause & Process: Abuse Awareness & Prevention, Polyvagal States, & Soften, Soothe, Allow Meditation
April is Abuse Awareness Month—a time to shine a compassionate light on the importance of prevention, healing, and emotional safety for children and families.
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Pause and Process: Polyvagal Theory, Co-regulation, & Japanese Stress Relief Hand Technique
This explores how we can pause and process through the lens of polyvagal theory, co-regulation, and a gentle Japanese hand technique inspired by ancient healing practices.
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Pause & Process Politics: Taxes, Heckman Equation, Power & Control, Equity, and 4-7-8 Breathing
In today’s hyper-politicized world, conversations around taxes, education, equity, and power often leave us feeling overwhelmed and disconnected.
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Pause & Process for Political Stress: Systemic Trauma, Polyvagal Theory, & Safe Place Visualization
In a world reeling from pandemics, ongoing wars, social unrest, and the seemingly nonstop stream of troubling news, it’s no surprise that many of us are overwhelmed.
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Pause & Process: Non-violent Communication and Loving-Kindness Meditation with Challenging Person
In our most challenging moments with others, it’s easy to fall into reaction.
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Pause and Process for Political stress: Trauma-informed, Vital Needs, & Non-violent Communication
The tension is everywhere—from heated family dinners to social media comments to national debates.
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Pause & Process: Mindfulness, Reaction vs Response, Container, and Deep Breathing
What if we gave ourselves a moment—just a pause—to process? This is the heart of mindfulness: learning to respond rather than react.
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Pause & Process for more Pleasure and Peace
In the hustle of everyday life, it’s easy to lose touch with ourselves—our bodies, our needs, and our sense of calm.
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Pause & Process: Transgenerational Trauma, Hair Dye, CPTSD and Truth Compass Exercise
A deep sadness, fear, or anxiety that seems to appear without an obvious source. Sometimes, what we’re carrying isn’t ours alone.
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Pause & Process for More Pleasure and Process: Jar Demonstration, Dysreguation and Neuroception
In a world that rarely slows down, we forget how vital it is to simply pause—to step away from the noise, to feel, and to process.
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Pause & Process: Dogs, Parenting, Dysregulation, & Affectionate Breathing
Bringing home a puppy is equal parts joy and chaos. Whether you’re a parent or a new pet owner, you quickly learn: it’s not just about cuddles and play.
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