Do you often experience shifts within yourself?

You have awareness of your triggers, your childhood history, and your attachment style. You can recognize what is happening at the time and describe why it is happening. Your body is still physically tense, your chest may be feeling tight, and your nervous system has seemingly missed all the above.

We hear more often now about postpartum depression, but what about postpartum anxiety. I once heard someone say that it wasn’t anxiety it was just new mom worries. Doesn’t every mom worry about their child?! But what if it is beyond the “normal worries” what even defines that. The Postpartum Support International organization lists the following symptoms for postpartum anxiety- “Constant worry, feeling that something bad is going to happen, racing thoughts, disturbances of sleep and appetite, inability to sit still and physical symptoms like dizziness, hot flashes, and nausea” (2023). If you have a history of anxiety, you have an increased risk of developing postpartum anxiety. About 10% of women will develop postpartum anxiety.

The Latinx community in Houston faces unique challenges when it comes to mental health, including cultural stigma, language barriers, and lack of access to culturally competent care. Fortunately, there are a variety of organizations and professionals that provide accessible, culturally sensitive support for those in need.

Ever wished you could navigate those tricky conversations with family, friends, or colleagues with a little more ease and understanding? You don't need a psychology degree to improve your communication and build stronger relationships. Believe it or not, many of the core techniques used by counselors can be incredibly valuable in everyday life.

In a world that often silences voices, storytelling emerges as an act of defiance and empowerment. Through our narratives, we reclaim agency over our lives, embrace our truths, and foster connection. The therapeutic power of storytelling transcends the confines of traditional counseling; it nourishes both individual healing and communal strength, particularly among marginalized identities.