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Creativity has a way of reaching places that words cannot always access.  When emotions feel tangled, overwhelming, or hard to name, making something with your hands can offer a different kind of clarity. Art therapy invites this process gently, without pressure to be...

When the world feels overwhelming, it can be hard to stay present. News cycles move fast, routines feel unstable, and even small decisions can feel exhausting. You might notice your thoughts racing, your body feeling tense, or a sense of disconnection from yourself or...

If you feel constantly on edge, shut down, overwhelmed, or unable to relax even when things seem calm, it can be deeply confusing. You might tell yourself that you should feel safe by now, yet your body does not seem to agree. This is where understanding polyvagal...

When life feels heavy, our instinct is often to push through, minimize what we are feeling, or distract ourselves until the discomfort fades. But true healing rarely comes from ignoring pain. It comes from learning how to support ourselves in ways that feel safe,...

As the days grow shorter and the light fades earlier each afternoon, many people notice a shift in how they feel.  You might feel more tired than usual, less motivated, or emotionally heavier for no clear reason. Tasks that once felt manageable suddenly feel...

Modern working women often find themselves carrying the invisible weight of both career and caregiving.  Society still tends to assume that mothers should “naturally” manage the emotional and logistical load of parenting—doctor’s appointments, school projects,...

You set a goal, feel motivated, and then somehow find yourself procrastinating, overthinking, or pulling away just when things start going well. It can be confusing because part of you wants to succeed, but another part holds back. That tug-of-war inside you is called...

When anxiety or panic strikes, it can feel like your body is turning against you.  Your heart races, your chest tightens, your thoughts spiral, and it feels impossible to calm down. In those moments, your body isn’t malfunctioning—it’s protecting you. What you’re...

Every parent has moments when they react more strongly than they mean to. Maybe your child refuses to listen after a long day, talks back, or bursts into tears over something small.  Before you know it, you’re raising your voice, shutting down, or saying something you...

If you and your partner are thinking about taking the next step in your relationship, you have probably come across the term SYMBIS during your search for premarital or relationship tools. At Indigo Therapy Group, we love using SYMBIS because it gives couples a clear...