by Mihaela Ivan Holtz, Psy.D., LMFT | Therapy for creatives, Trauma
Are you chasing your needs and desires, or are you creating your life? What’s the difference? In this post, we’ll explore how chasing your goals is different from investing yourself toward creating the life of your dreams. First, I invite you to recall moments when... 
by Mihaela Ivan Holtz, Psy.D., LMFT | EMDR, Trauma
When you grow up in an environment that’s full of authentic love, often called “emotional attunement” in the world of psychology, it sets you on a path of lifetime of real, intimate connection to yourself and others. If, thanks to a supportive childhood, you... 
by Mihaela Ivan Holtz, Psy.D., LMFT | EMDR, Trauma
When you grow up in an environment full of love and connection, it sets you up for a lifetime of healthy, nurturing relationships. In a previous blog post, “Healing Attachment Wounds With Psychotherapy For A More Fulfilling Life,” we explored how your early relational... 
by Mihaela Ivan Holtz, Psy.D., LMFT | EMDR, relationship therapy, Trauma
The concept of “attachment style” is everywhere nowadays. It seems to be flooding the internet and you’ll see references to attachment style across social media, YouTube, relationships coaching programs, and more. So, what’s the big hype about the attachment... 
by Mihaela Ivan Holtz, Psy.D., LMFT | relationship therapy, Therapy for creatives, Trauma
You probably remember moments when you have felt deeply connected to yourself and with who you are. You’ve been able to open your heart and “feel your feelings.” You’ve felt fully present, creative, and inspired. You’ve had these experiences, you know what it’s like... 
by Mihaela Ivan Holtz, Psy.D., LMFT | Trauma
As 2022 is settling in, how are you feeling? Do you have a sense of enthusiasm about your hopes, plans, and visions for the new year? The new rush of emotional energy that came in with the new year likely gave you a boost of hope and inspiration. Beginnings feel fresh...
