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We are sipping on lemon spice tea chatting it up with the owner of DNA Therapy Nicole Atkinson! We are discussing everything mental health and how to invest in you mental wealth! Join us for the convo, Like, Share & Subscribe, and of course, don't forget your tea!

Born in Raleigh, NC in 1985, Nicole is a passionate social worker specializing in child welfare and trauma.

With over 16 years of experience, she established her private practice, DNA Therapy and Creative Solutions, PLLC in 2021.

Nicole's expertise lies in helping individuals overcome barriers, recognizing strengths, and creating positive change.

Through effective communication and therapeutic techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and EMDR Therapy, she empowers clients to challenge negative thoughts and discover their authentic selves.

Join Nicole on a journey of healing and personal growth.

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Discover the benefits of CalmiGo:

Manage stress and anxiety with guided breathing exercises, promoting calm and tranquility.

Regulate emotions and find emotional stability through deep, controlled breathing.

Cultivate mindfulness, clarity, and focus, fostering a deeper connection with yourself and the present moment

Strengthen resilience to life's challenges, developing coping mechanisms for navigating stress and adversity.

Enjoy the convenience and portability of CalmiGo, accessing its calming benefits anytime, anywhere.

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Did You miss the tea??

Check out our Tips & Tea Series on you tube as we interviewed Nia M. Marshall!

Luxuriate in your tea as we talked with the founder of Purpose Butter Skincare, Nia M. Marshall. Nia talks with us about the intersection of skincare and wellness. What makes this interview even more interesting is that this beauty was my roommate in the best HBCU in the world!!

We are too excited to sip our tea with Nia and learn about how to adequately pour back into ourselves and our skin. This is not just skincare, this is skincare with a PURPOSE!!!

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Taking care of yourself doesn't always have to mean grand gestures or expensive spa treatments. Sometimes, it's the little things that make the biggest difference in our well-being. Here are some simple suggestions for self-care:

❤️Take a break: Simply step away from your work and do something you enjoy, such as reading a book, listening to music, or taking a walk.

❤️Treat yourself to a nourishing meal or snack: When you take the time to prepare and savor a healthy meal, it can be a form of self-care.

❤️Get a good night's sleep: Make sure you're getting the recommended 7-9 hours of sleep each night by sticking to a consistent sleep schedule and winding down before bed.

❤️Stay active: Exercise can help reduce stress, improve mood, and boost energy levels, so try to get some physical activity every day, whether it's going for a walk or doing a yoga video.

❤️Practice gratitude: Take a few moments each day to reflect on what you're thankful for, whether it's a loved one, a cozy home, or a beautiful sunset.

Remember, taking care of yourself is important for overall health and happiness. Don't underestimate the power of small acts of self-care in making you feel good both inside and out.

My goal for you, my wish for you is to Be Brave, Be Magical and above all else, Be Well!!

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"Its a very egocentric way of thinking, but it holds true. You can tell where you are in relation with yourself, by the external relationships you entertain."

Let's chat! Onthecouch1111@gmail.com

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What's the energy showing up in your life? Frequently clients come to me in tears regarding the people in there life and what they did or did not do. Realistically it has nothing to do with the other person. They are a mirror to show you where you are in relation to yourself. Instead of wondering why someone treated you a "certain way," wonder more on why you allowed. It's never about the other person. Let's chat: onthecouch1111@gmail.com

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If you see the light in all things, even when life proves to be the most difficult, darkness cannot touch you. During your practice this week, I want you to breathe on seeing the light in all things, especially in those dark moments... #lightworkers #BEthelight #therapyworks❤ #therapistsofinstagram #meditationmatters🧘🏾‍♀️ #bemagical #ShaakiraSpeaks https://www.instagram.com/p/CQZTmqDL7By/?utm_medium=tumblr

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It can be complex, hard to navigate, and cause heightened stress response. The effects can be unhealthy bonds, attachment styles, and impact your ability to regulate basic emotions... How sweet it is to know your story did not end there. During this week's practice I want you to meditate on those traumas that did not break you, Sit with yourself and breath through those moments of depression, insecurity and anxiety.. breath life into the beginning of your story. It can't break you. #wehealing #breathlife #therapyworks♥️ #traumahealing #letschat #ShaakiraSpeaks onthecouch1111@gmail.com https://www.instagram.com/p/CP0cJ3arAmW/?utm_medium=tumblr

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I call this chapter of my life "Being Still." It feels like peace just saying it. It took hard work and dedication just to get to this point. Thinking back on the hustle of career, motherhood, relationships, school, finances, defining my purpose, proving my point, researching, crying, late nights, early mornings, and now...peace, breaths, and the gift of just being still. What chapter are you on? Onthecouch1111@gmail.com #shaakiraSpeaks https://www.instagram.com/p/CPnbk3brG5A/?utm_medium=tumblr

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Create your reality!!

What if I said heaven and hell is a state of mind? You ever been depressed? Torturing yourself with cognitive distortions, anxious over things that have not happened, obsessing over what may not be. Its hell. What if you consciously and consistently spent your thoughts and energy on things that made you feel GOOD. What if you took responsibility for your thoughts and daydreamed about what you wanted instead of what you did not want. What if you created exactly how you wanted your life to look....what if you took a chance.

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Being present & experiencing this moment, is the foundation of mindfulness.

In order to combat depression & anxiety focus on what you can control...only this second.

#wemindful

#wehealing

#brainonlove

#therapyworks❤

#Letschat

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Change the Narrative....

In my morning meditations I was breathing in changing the narrative of your life. I read some information that showed me how people recycle the same experience over and over again. Same story, different characters, same results. How are you so afraid to come out of the toxic behaviors that you were somehow socialized to believe is right? What do you really fear about change? At what point do you realize that your living that same exact story...you just changed the characters. Let's unpack this...on the couch

#therapyworks

#changethenarrative

#samestory

#whatsfear

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