by Mihaela Ivan Holtz, Psy.D., LMFT | Therapy for creatives
If you are an artistic professional or someone who relies on your creativity for your livelihood, you know what it takes to face a big unknown and uncertainty – you have forged a career–or hope to–that is as much about competition and... 
by Mihaela Ivan Holtz, Psy.D., LMFT | Therapy for creatives
Uncertainty is part of life. We always have to grapple with the unknown. And yes, in the early spring of 2020, the uncertainty and the unknown took a new dimension that we’ve never faced before. We had no idea what lay ahead of us as individuals, as creatives, and as... 
by Mihaela Ivan Holtz, Psy.D., LMFT | Therapy for creatives
As a creative being, you’re familiar with perfectionism. Many times you find yourself driven to create something perfect. However, in reality, it steals away your joy, inspiration, and creativity. This shadow side of your artistic life can be challenging and damaging... 
by Mihaela Ivan Holtz, Psy.D., LMFT | Therapy for creatives
Your creativity is deeply personal. It springs from your most private, intimate experiences. So, it’s no surprise that your creative expression is a reflection of the deepest parts of your being. It’s the birth place of your art, performance, writing, or other... 
by Mihaela Ivan Holtz, Psy.D., LMFT | Therapy for creatives
A healthy connection to your self-worth, your sense of your own inherent value, is essential to your happiness and well-being. This is true for all people, and it is particularly true for artists, performers, and those who know they possess a “creative mind.” As a... 
by Mihaela Ivan Holtz, Psy.D., LMFT | EMDR, Therapy for creatives
When you love to perform, “stage fright,” is more than frightening. It feels like a danger to your livelihood and a hindrance to the creativity that makes you feel strong, alive, and purposeful. Yet, like most forms of anxiety, fighting it, burying it, or letting it...
