Healing after pain is like holding a cactus gently — it takes patience, care, and the right support to ease what hurts without getting stuck in it. Seeking therapy after an injury Recovering from an accident can be physically painful and emotionally exhausting. Many clients hesitate to start therapy or pain treatment because they are unsure about insurance coverage or billing processes. In my practice, I make this part easier by offering direct billing , so you can focus full

How Practicing Gratitude Rewires the Brain, Balances Hormones, and Increases Happiness Gratitude changes your brain, not just your mood. Gratitude is more than a feel-good habit—it is a scientifically supported mental wellness tool that strengthens brain health, regulates mood, reduces stress, and increases emotional resilience. Research shows that practicing gratitude can shift the body from a survival stress response into a state of emotional balance and expansion, directl

“When life feels unclear, it’s not you — it’s your nervous system searching for safety.” We often believe that love is about compatibility, communication skills, emotional intelligence, or choosing the “right” partner. But beneath all of that lives a deeper truth: Your nervous system decides the quality of your relationships long before your mind even understands what is happening. Polyvagal Theory , a groundbreaking framework by Dr. Stephen Porges, shows that our autonomic n

“Like descending a spiral staircase into your inner world — hypnosis gently guides you toward deeper layers of awareness, where lasting change begins.” Welcome. I’m Nikta Niazi, a certified hypnotherapist and a registered clinical counsellor. I deeply honour your willingness to explore healing. What is Hypnosis? A New Perspective on Mind & Change Hypnosis is a natural ability  of the human mind — research shows that a large majority of people (roughly around 75 %) can access

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Neuroscience of saying "No" Have you ever found yourself saying "yes" when your entire body and mind were screaming "no"? Whether it's agreeing to a commitment you're too tired to fulfill or staying silent when something doesn’t sit right with you—saying “no” can feel like one of the hardest things to do. But why is that? The answer isn’t just emotional. It's neurological. Let’s explore the fascinating neuropsychology behind objection and boundary-setting—and how understandi

Understanding personality traits is essential in the world of psychotherapy and relationship. Whether you're seeking to enhance emotional health, improve communication skills, or build a more secure relationship, learning about the "Big Five" personality traits can be a game-changer. These five broad domains—Openness, Conscientiousness, Extraversion, Agreeableness, and Neuroticism—shape how we interact with others and navigate intimate connections. In this article, we will ex

"Peace isn’t found in the absence of noise, but in the quiet presence within." Have you ever felt like the external world is making you feel shrunk inside? You may find life stressors growing so rapidly that they push you inside, leaving you feeling drained, exhausted, and lacking motivation and satisfaction in life. If yes, then you need to practice meditation daily. Even if not, you still need it to prevent any state of burnout, which is a serious problem in the modern busy

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Emotion Regulation Like any other system, our emotional system, as known as “Nervous System” need to be maintained and regulated. When we are not emotionally regulated, we feel like a stranger in our body, we might feel confused or irritated or even overwhelmed because we just don’t know how to get connected to ourselves again. The most intense example of a dysregulated system is when one has been in a very traumatic incident such as a motor vehicle accident (MVA) or combat v

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