POV: summer break is officially coming to an end 📚😅

Transitioning back to school can bring a mix of excitement, stress, and a lot of feelings. Remember to give yourself time to adjust, get back into a routine, and be kind to yourself along the way. 💛

#BackToSchool #BackToSchoolTips #MentalHealth #StudentMentalHealth #SchoolStress

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POV: summer break is officially coming to an end 📚😅

Transitioning back to school can bring a mix of excitement, stress, and a lot of feelings. Remember to give yourself time to adjust, get back into a routine, and be kind to yourself along the way. 💛

#BackToSchool #BackToSchoolTips #MentalHealth #StudentMentalHealth #SchoolStress

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Back-to-school season can bring a mix of excitement and anxiety — for both kids and parents.

Light On Anxiety therapist Michelle Lorenzen, MSW shares one of her favorite tips for easing that transition:

✨ Make time to truly connect.
Whether it’s a milkshake run, a cozy walk, or a few quiet moments at home — carving out intentional time with your child can open space for meaningful conversations.

Ask them:
💬 What are your goals or worries for the year ahead?
Then share your own. Showing your child that you also have emotions, hopes, and fears helps normalize their experience and strengthen your bond 💙

💻 Need more back-to-school support? Reach out to us today!

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👩‍⚕️ CBT Treatment for Anxiety and Mental Health
📍 Multiple Locations in Chicagoland + Telehealth
📞 312.508.3645
📲 [email protected]

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4 things anxious attachment does to your nervous system — and why they make total sense. 🧠
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Rest feels suspicious, not relaxing.
You rehearse worst-case scenarios to feel "prepared."
Reassurance works for 5 minutes, then resets.
Calm relationships feel "boring" at first.
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None of these are character flaws. They`re adaptations.
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If you grew up in an environment that felt unpredictable, emotionally inconsistent, or unsafe — your nervous system learned to stay on high alert.
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That was smart. It was protective.
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The problem is your nervous system doesn`t automatically know when the environment has changed. It keeps running the same old programming in relationships, at work, in quiet moments, everywhere.
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That`s where the work happens. Not "trying harder to relax" — but actually teaching your nervous system what safety feels like.
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It`s learnable. We promise.
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💙 Follow for more anxiety science that actually makes sense.
And if you`re ready for support, we`re at the link in bio — 8 locations across Chicagoland + telehealth.
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#anxiousattachment #attachmenttheory #anxietytips #nervoussystem #lightononanxiety #therapistsoftiktok #mentalhealth #cbt #relationshipanxiety #attachmentstyles #mentalhealthawareness #chicagotherapy #anxietynearme #cbtnearme

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4 things anxious attachment does to your nervous system — and why they make total sense. 🧠
ㅤ
Rest feels suspicious, not relaxing.
You rehearse worst-case scenarios to feel "prepared."
Reassurance works for 5 minutes, then resets.
Calm relationships feel "boring" at first.
ㅤ
None of these are character flaws. They're adaptations.
ㅤ
If you grew up in an environment that felt unpredictable, emotionally inconsistent, or unsafe — your nervous system learned to stay on high alert.
ㅤ
That was smart. It was protective.
ㅤ
The problem is your nervous system doesn't automatically know when the environment has changed. It keeps running the same old programming in relationships, at work, in quiet moments, everywhere.
ㅤ
That's where the work happens. Not "trying harder to relax" — but actually teaching your nervous system what safety feels like.
ㅤ
It's learnable. We promise.
ㅤ
💙 Follow for more anxiety science that actually makes sense.
And if you're ready for support, we're at the link in bio — 8 locations across Chicagoland + telehealth.
ㅤ
#anxiousattachment #attachmenttheory #anxietytips #nervoussystem #lightononanxiety #therapistsoftiktok #mentalhealth #cbt #relationshipanxiety #attachmentstyles #mentalhealthawareness #chicagotherapy #anxietynearme #cbtnearme

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We’re officially open in Lincoln Park!🎉

Our newest location is now open, making it easier than ever to access evidence-based therapy and compassionate mental health care close to home.

Whether you’re beginning your mental health journey or continuing your care, our team is here to support you every step of the way.💙

Stop by, call us, or reach out to learn more about how to get started.

📍 1901 N Clybourn Ave. Suite 401, Chicago, IL 60614
📞 (773) 207-4771
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☀️ Light On Anxiety
👩‍⚕️ CBT Treatment for Anxiety and Mental Health
📍 Multiple Locations in Chicagoland + Telehealth
📞 312.508.3645
📲 [email protected]

#LincolnParkTherapist #LincolnPark #ChicagoIL #MentalHealthSupport #CBTtherapy

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