Aranda Therapy
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Licensed psychologist in private practice; Advocate for social justice; Follow for mental health content and information related to Aranda Therapy and Psychological Services.
Fun fact- Butterflies rest when it rains to protect their wings from getting injured. This shows us that it is okay to rest during the storms of our life. Resting can be exactly what is needed to reemerge strong and fly again once the storm has cleared.
November 12, 2025 at 7:38 PM
Fun fact- Butterflies rest when it rains to protect their wings from getting injured. This shows us that it is okay to rest during the storms of our life. Resting can be exactly what is needed to reemerge strong and fly again once the storm has cleared.
Thank you to the brave individuals who have given so much in service. Their courage and sacrifice deserve not only our gratitude, but our ongoing commitment to their wellbeing. Access to mental health care is essential for those who’ve carried the weight of service long after returning home. ❤️🤍💙
November 11, 2025 at 10:47 PM
Thank you to the brave individuals who have given so much in service. Their courage and sacrifice deserve not only our gratitude, but our ongoing commitment to their wellbeing. Access to mental health care is essential for those who’ve carried the weight of service long after returning home. ❤️🤍💙
Full moons can stir up all kinds of energy and life can feel just a bit more chaotic. This view from the STRAT in Las Vegas reminds us that taking a pause can help us gain a different perspective and find peace, calm, and beauty amongst the noise. #STRAT #LasVegas #FullMoon #MentalHealth
November 7, 2025 at 6:22 AM
Full moons can stir up all kinds of energy and life can feel just a bit more chaotic. This view from the STRAT in Las Vegas reminds us that taking a pause can help us gain a different perspective and find peace, calm, and beauty amongst the noise. #STRAT #LasVegas #FullMoon #MentalHealth
Sometimes fun and whimsy come from the most unexpected places, like this plush capybara in a bowl of tiny resin friends with a handmade clay top hat. This gift from my son is a reminder that joy just shows up in the small, wonderfully random moments.
November 3, 2025 at 4:31 PM
Sometimes fun and whimsy come from the most unexpected places, like this plush capybara in a bowl of tiny resin friends with a handmade clay top hat. This gift from my son is a reminder that joy just shows up in the small, wonderfully random moments.
SkyJump at the STRAT in Las Vegas reminds us that leaps of faith don’t have to mean blind free falls.
With the right supports like connection, care, and grounding, we can take big risks knowing we’re going to land softly. Growth and true change happens when courage meets support. 🌤️
With the right supports like connection, care, and grounding, we can take big risks knowing we’re going to land softly. Growth and true change happens when courage meets support. 🌤️
November 3, 2025 at 4:25 PM
SkyJump at the STRAT in Las Vegas reminds us that leaps of faith don’t have to mean blind free falls.
With the right supports like connection, care, and grounding, we can take big risks knowing we’re going to land softly. Growth and true change happens when courage meets support. 🌤️
With the right supports like connection, care, and grounding, we can take big risks knowing we’re going to land softly. Growth and true change happens when courage meets support. 🌤️
Halloween reminds us that we can face our fears and sometimes even have fun with them while eating some candy. 👻 Whether you’re dressing up, cozying in, or handing out candy, take a moment to honor your inner child tonight. They deserve joy, magic, and a little mischief. Be safe. Happy Halloween!
October 31, 2025 at 11:53 PM
Halloween reminds us that we can face our fears and sometimes even have fun with them while eating some candy. 👻 Whether you’re dressing up, cozying in, or handing out candy, take a moment to honor your inner child tonight. They deserve joy, magic, and a little mischief. Be safe. Happy Halloween!
Henry the therapy dog is back in the office providing comfort, connection, and a little bit of Halloween spirit. 🐾💀
Research shows that therapy animals can lower stress and help clients feel more at ease. Henry takes his job very seriously (even in costume). #Henry #therapydog #shihtzu
Research shows that therapy animals can lower stress and help clients feel more at ease. Henry takes his job very seriously (even in costume). #Henry #therapydog #shihtzu
October 22, 2025 at 4:26 PM
Henry the therapy dog is back in the office providing comfort, connection, and a little bit of Halloween spirit. 🐾💀
Research shows that therapy animals can lower stress and help clients feel more at ease. Henry takes his job very seriously (even in costume). #Henry #therapydog #shihtzu
Research shows that therapy animals can lower stress and help clients feel more at ease. Henry takes his job very seriously (even in costume). #Henry #therapydog #shihtzu
Showing up for justice is powerful and it can also take a lot out of you. If you attended a #NoKings event today, give yourself permission to rest and restore this evening. You earned it.
October 19, 2025 at 1:21 AM
Showing up for justice is powerful and it can also take a lot out of you. If you attended a #NoKings event today, give yourself permission to rest and restore this evening. You earned it.
What a great reminder that heroes, hope, and true change can come from the unlikeliest of places. Hop! Hop!
October 17, 2025 at 4:10 PM
What a great reminder that heroes, hope, and true change can come from the unlikeliest of places. Hop! Hop!
If you have been thinking about starting therapy, this is your sign that it's a good time to get connected to a therapist! Today is World Mental Health Day and reminds us that caring for your mental health is just as important as caring for your body. #WorldMentalHealthDay #TherapyIsForEveryone
October 10, 2025 at 11:16 PM
If you have been thinking about starting therapy, this is your sign that it's a good time to get connected to a therapist! Today is World Mental Health Day and reminds us that caring for your mental health is just as important as caring for your body. #WorldMentalHealthDay #TherapyIsForEveryone
October is ADHD Awareness Month. It affects nearly 10% of children and 4–5% of adults in the U.S. It impacts focus, memory, emotions, time management, self-esteem, anxiety, and overall life. Therapy can help build strategies, reduce shame, and provide tools to thrive with ADHD. #ADHD #MentalHealth
October 3, 2025 at 3:40 AM
October is ADHD Awareness Month. It affects nearly 10% of children and 4–5% of adults in the U.S. It impacts focus, memory, emotions, time management, self-esteem, anxiety, and overall life. Therapy can help build strategies, reduce shame, and provide tools to thrive with ADHD. #ADHD #MentalHealth
Mindfulness can happen anytime, anywhere. The article below offers a compelling reason to have mindful moments over your cup of coffee. Cheers from my cup to yours!
September 29, 2025 at 4:21 PM
Mindfulness can happen anytime, anywhere. The article below offers a compelling reason to have mindful moments over your cup of coffee. Cheers from my cup to yours!
APA's stance on the recent announcement related to autism-
September 23, 2025 at 10:07 PM
APA's stance on the recent announcement related to autism-
To those celebrating Rosh Hashanah, may the new year bring renewal, peace, and moments of joy. Wishing you and your loved ones a sweet year ahead. Shana Tova!
September 23, 2025 at 5:13 AM
To those celebrating Rosh Hashanah, may the new year bring renewal, peace, and moments of joy. Wishing you and your loved ones a sweet year ahead. Shana Tova!
It's officially Fall! At the change of each season, it can be a great time to plan out what the next few months will hold. Write down any fun plans, new goals, self-care, or habits to foster. What do you have going on this Fall? #Fall #goalsetting #selfcare
September 23, 2025 at 1:16 AM
It's officially Fall! At the change of each season, it can be a great time to plan out what the next few months will hold. Write down any fun plans, new goals, self-care, or habits to foster. What do you have going on this Fall? #Fall #goalsetting #selfcare
Life got you drained? Don't forget to connect to the little joys, like sitting outside, drinking your favorite drink, and watching the hummingbirds. These types of activities are the most important when we feel like we have nothing left to give. #mentalhealth #mindfulness
September 18, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Life got you drained? Don't forget to connect to the little joys, like sitting outside, drinking your favorite drink, and watching the hummingbirds. These types of activities are the most important when we feel like we have nothing left to give. #mentalhealth #mindfulness
Identifying and setting boundaries can be hard, but it is an essential life skill. It is an act of self love.
September 17, 2025 at 11:45 PM
Identifying and setting boundaries can be hard, but it is an essential life skill. It is an act of self love.
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! This month from Sept 15-Oct 15 serves to recognize the significant impact of Hispanic and Latino Americans on the nation's history, achievements, and cultural landscape. #hispanicheritage #diversity #mentalhealth
September 16, 2025 at 4:10 AM
Happy Hispanic Heritage Month! This month from Sept 15-Oct 15 serves to recognize the significant impact of Hispanic and Latino Americans on the nation's history, achievements, and cultural landscape. #hispanicheritage #diversity #mentalhealth
Just in time for the season- meet my emotional support team! A reminder that comfort can come in unexpected forms and it’s okay to lean on the little things that bring you comfort. From where do YOU get support? 💙👻 #support #mentalhealth #comfort #halloween
September 10, 2025 at 7:27 PM
Just in time for the season- meet my emotional support team! A reminder that comfort can come in unexpected forms and it’s okay to lean on the little things that bring you comfort. From where do YOU get support? 💙👻 #support #mentalhealth #comfort #halloween
Not every ritual has to be grand. Lighting a candle, savoring a scent, taking a mindful pause- these are the anchors that carry us through the day. ☕🕯️ #peace #mentalhealth #mindfulness
September 9, 2025 at 4:41 PM
Not every ritual has to be grand. Lighting a candle, savoring a scent, taking a mindful pause- these are the anchors that carry us through the day. ☕🕯️ #peace #mentalhealth #mindfulness
A plant my supervisee gave me years ago just sprouted its first new bud, right as she finishes her postdoc and begins her journey as an independently licensed psychologist. What perfect timing and how symbolic! So proud of all that she has accomplished and her bright future ahead. 🌱 💚 #Supervision
September 8, 2025 at 7:51 PM
A plant my supervisee gave me years ago just sprouted its first new bud, right as she finishes her postdoc and begins her journey as an independently licensed psychologist. What perfect timing and how symbolic! So proud of all that she has accomplished and her bright future ahead. 🌱 💚 #Supervision
Just like the seasons, we’re always changing. Fall reminds us that it's okay to slow down and shed what we no longer need to prepare for our next phase of growth. #mentalhealth #Fall #growth
September 8, 2025 at 1:55 AM
Just like the seasons, we’re always changing. Fall reminds us that it's okay to slow down and shed what we no longer need to prepare for our next phase of growth. #mentalhealth #Fall #growth
🐾 Friday check-in: Sometimes the best therapy is a soft nose and a wagging tail. Here’s to rest, reset, and little joys this weekend. Happy Friday! 💙 #MentalHealth #TherapyDog #HenryFinn
September 5, 2025 at 3:33 PM
🐾 Friday check-in: Sometimes the best therapy is a soft nose and a wagging tail. Here’s to rest, reset, and little joys this weekend. Happy Friday! 💙 #MentalHealth #TherapyDog #HenryFinn
Wishing you a peaceful Labor Day! Today is a reminder that work matters, but so does rest. Burnout isn’t a badge of honor -taking time to restore is part of sustaining your wellbeing.
September 1, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Wishing you a peaceful Labor Day! Today is a reminder that work matters, but so does rest. Burnout isn’t a badge of honor -taking time to restore is part of sustaining your wellbeing.
