The La Luz Blog
How Social Media May Be Affecting Your Teens Mental Health
WRITTEN BY: SARAH RIVERA, LPC-S Thinking about the start of the school year, chances are if you have a teenager in middle or high school, you're already noticing some unique behaviors. Perhaps they are growing more demanding, more emotional, or more anxious as they're...
When Should My Teen See a Therapist For Anxiety?
Normal Teen Stress vs Anxiety Disorders WRITTEN BY: KENYA GUERRA, LPC-ASSOCIATE SUPERVISED BY DAVID THOMPSON, LPC-S The teenage years can be an exciting and meaningful time, with so much changing in a teen's life. Healthy stress is a normal part of adolescence and can...
What is Generational Trauma and How to begin to stop it
What Is Generational Trauma? WRITTEN BY: GRACE NOWLIN, LPC-ASSOCIATE, LMFT ASSOCIATE, SUPERVISED BY ANNIE VIERS, LPC-S, LMFT-S Generational trauma refers to the impact of unresolved, high stress situations that are passed down from generation to generation in...
Unresolved Trauma Can Impact Your Marriage
WRITTEN BY: JENNIFER STOUTE Have you ever looked back after an argument with your spouse and thought, "Why did I react like that?", "My emotions feels really strong about this minor situation," or "I feel like my spouse is against me right now and have to go into...
Why Self-Care Isn’t Working- And What Can Actually Help
WRITTEN BY: GRACE NOWLIN, LPC-ASSOCIATE, LMFT-ASSOCIATE SUPERVISED BY ANNIE VIERS, LPC-S/LMFT-S You might have seen and heard people saying they are “in their self-care era." But what does that actually mean? What is self-care and why does it seem so hard to apply?...
What Happens to the Brain and Body After a Traumatic Event?
WRITTEN BY: SARAH RIVERA, LPC-S Chances are you've been exposed to the word "trauma" more than a time or two. Trauma is a word that is gaining more awareness and space within conversations and information shared by people everywhere. This blog will talk a little more...
The Hidden Mental Health Challenges of Living With Celiac Disease
WRITTEN BY: GRACE NOWLIN, LPC-ASSOCIATE, LMFT-ASSOCIATE SUPERVISED BY ANNIE VIERS, LPC-S AND LMFT-S May is Mental Health Awareness Month. You may have seen on social media posts and blogs all about it. But did you know that it is also Celiac Awareness Month? I'm a...
How to Know if You’re Burned Out- A Therapist Explains
WRITTEN BY: SARAH RIVERA, LPC-S The signs of burnout can appear to “hit you out of nowhere,” but the reality is that you have probably been exposed to high levels of stress over a long time. Burnout is something that happens as a result of non-stop exposure to stress....
How to Calm Anxiety Naturally: Therapist-Recommended Techniques That Work
WRITTEN BY: KENYA GUERRA, LPC-Associate supervised by David Thompson, LPC-S Anxiety is a natural emotional response that can make you feel worried, tense, or restless about a possible future threat. Some people may not struggle with anxiety because they already have...
What Trauma-Informed Therapy Looks Like in San Antonio
Trauma doesn’t always show up in obvious ways. It can take the form of trouble sleeping, being quick to anger, or feeling jumpy during a quiet moment. Some people carry it for years before ever realizing how much it’s shaped the way they think, feel, or connect with...
Why Do I Feel Anxious All the Time? Understanding Chronic Anxiety
WRITTEN BY: KENYA GUERRA, LPC-ASSOCIATE supervised by David Thompson, LPC-S What Chronic Anxiety Feels Like Day to Day Do you catch yourself worrying throughout the day? Maybe you are in the middle of doing something and notice your mind drifting to your mental to-do...
How to Spot Anxiety in Kids During Spring School Transitions
Spring in San Antonio usually brings warming weather, outdoor fun, and a shift in school rhythms. While many kids enjoy this time of year, some start to show signs that something feels off. Changes to daily routines, upcoming tests, or the thought of summer break...