The Brave Men and Women Who Answer Our Calls for Help At Rooted Therapies, our heart has always been rooted right here in North Port. From the very beginning, it has been my vision to create a place where our community could receive exceptional mental health care...
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Nurturing Your Mental Wellness
Month: September 2025
Somatic Healing: The Body’s Hidden Pressure Valve (Science-Backed Guide)
Your shoulders carry the weight from yesterday’s stressful meeting. Your chest feels tight when an old memory sneaks up. Your stomach knots when a hard conversation starts. These are not random body quirks. They are your body’s way of holding and processing emotional...
What Your Kids Wish You Knew About Going Back to School
The start of a new school year often looks like sharpened pencils, fresh notebooks, and backpacks lined up at the door. But for many kids, there’s more going on beneath the surface. In counseling rooms, we see it every year. Kids of all ages, from brand new...
Mental Health Awareness: What We Wish You Knew About Supporting the People You Love
There’s nothing quite like the ache of watching someone you love suffer and not knowing how to help. You feel the pull to fix it, to say the right thing, to show up perfectly. But more often than not, you’re left feeling unsure, maybe even a little helpless. At , we...
The Hidden Power of a Father’s Legacy: Stories That Shape Generations
The first man who enters our world often leaves the deepest imprint. Throughout my years of practice, I've had the privilege of witnessing how a father's presence—or absence—weaves itself into the very core of who we become. Some clients embrace this inheritance with...
Layers of Motherhood: A Therapist’s Reflection
My identity as a therapist took root years before I welcomed motherhood into my life. Years of clinical training gave me professional tools for healing—yet none fully prepared me for the profound layers of becoming a mother. Each day, I sit with clients as they share...
The Truth About Counseling Services: What Therapists Never Tell You
The popular image of therapy—lying on a couch talking about problems—barely scratches the surface of what counseling truly offers. Taking that first step toward professional help demands courage, yet the actual experience often unfolds quite differently than most...
Getting to the Root of Limited Self Trust
Introduction Self-trust blossoms when we embrace personal growth beyond familiar boundaries. In this months podcast episode, Lisa shared an insightful analogy about a rubber band. She explained that the rubber band’s true strength doesn’t come from staying static, but...
Building Healthy Relationships: Celebrating Love Beyond Valentine’s Day
Relationship expert John Gottman discovered something remarkable - thriving couples exchange five positive moments for each challenging one. This golden ratio shows us that genuine relationship growth needs more than just Valentine's Day celebrations. Research...
New Year, New Goals: Setting Yourself Up for Success
As the calendar turns to January, it’s natural to reflect on the past year and think about what you want to achieve in the months ahead. For many, the new year symbolizes a fresh start—a chance to embrace change, cultivate growth, and chase dreams. But while setting...
Rooted Therapies: Celebrating Our Rookie of the Year Award, Community Engagement, and the Power of Gratitude
At Rooted Therapies, our core mission has always been about fostering healing, growth, and meaningful connections within our community. Recently, we’ve had the honor of celebrating significant milestones that highlight our dedication to these values—specifically,...
Open House and Ribbon Cutting: Come Connect with Us!
A New Chapter Begins As of October 1st, we've moved to our new home at 2562 Commerce Parkway, Unit B, North Port, FL 34289. This move represents more than just a change of address—it's a testament to our growing commitment to providing top-tier mental health care for...
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