Struggling with nonstop self-criticism? You’re not alone—and your anxiety may be disguising it as logic. In this blog post, we explore why anxious brains love “should-haves” and “what-ifs,” how shame sneaks in sounding reasonable, and why self-compassion is actually more effective than beating yourself up. If you're tired of putting quarters in the ass-kicking machine, this one’s for you.

Discover the Six F’s of IFS therapy and learn how to connect with your inner parts using curiosity, compassion, and calm.

Let’s talk about that voice in your head—you know, the one that whispers (or yells), “You’re not good enough,”

Managers plan, Firefighters react—but both are just trying to keep you safe. Learn how to work with them, not against them, in IFS therapy.

Your inner Firefighters react to emotional chaos like Olivia Rodrigo calling her ex—fast, impulsive, and a little reckless.

Sometimes, when we face a crisis or high-stress situation, our body’s first instinct is to freeze. That sense of shutting down or feeling paralyzed is a survival mechanism—our nervous system’s way of protecting us. But in situations where staying stuck isn’t helpful, learning to “push” our way out of freeze mode can make all the difference.

  If you’re feeling overwhelmed or stressed, TIP Skills can help you regain control and calm down. These simple techniques are perfect for grounding yourself when emotions heat up.