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Many women grow up receiving messages that they are “too sensitive,” “too emotional,” or that they “overreact.” Over time, these experiences can shape how you relate to your emotions, often leading to self doubt, shame, or harsh self criticism when strong feelings arise. From a therapeutic perspective, strong emotions are not a sign of weakness or dysfunction. They are meaningful signals. Emotions provide information about needs, boundaries, unmet longings, and personal value

Much of my work with teen girls and young women is informed by the developmental theory of Erik Erikson. His framework helps explain why the years from adolescence into young adulthood often feel emotionally intense, uncertain, and deeply relational. Erikson described two key stages that commonly overlap during this period. The first is Identity vs. Role Confusion , which begins in the teenage years and often continues into the early twenties. The second is Intimacy vs. Isola

Self-trust often erodes slowly. It can happen when you grow up second-guessing your needs, shrinking yourself for others, or being taught that your feelings are not valid. Over time, you may stop relying on your own inner voice, instead turning outward for approval or guidance. Rebuilding self-trust is a process of remembering that your reactions, desires, and boundaries are valid. It is about choosing yourself again, not out of selfishness, but out of self-respect and care.

Many women struggle to set boundaries, not because they are weak, but because they were taught to be accommodating, understanding, and selfless. From an early age, prioritizing others is often praised, while expressing personal needs may be discouraged or overlooked. Boundaries tend to feel especially difficult when you fear disappointing others, when you have been rewarded for being “easygoing,” when you worry that people will become upset, or when you were never given space

Many people begin therapy hoping for relief from anxiety, overwhelm, or emotional exhaustion. What they often discover instead is something deeper: therapy is not just about fixing problems, but about understanding the emotional journey that shaped who you are today. Our emotions don’t appear out of nowhere. They are learned responses, formed through relationships, early experiences, and the ways we learned to stay safe, connected, or successful. Therapy offers a space to slo

Friendships can feel unpredictable. You may feel close to someone one day and distant the next. Social pressure, fear of rejection, and shifting identities can make friendships stressful instead of supportive. Therapy can help you: Understand your patterns in friendships and why certain relationships feel challenging Communicate your needs clearly while staying true to yourself Set boundaries without guilt or fear of losing connections Build confidence in who you are and what