COMMON EXPERIENCE
When you're fine on the outside but your body keeps reacting
You might understand what's happening logically but still experience:
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A surge of panic, shutdown, or overwhelm out of nowhere
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Intrusive memories or images that replay
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Avoidance that shrinks your world (places, people, activities, conversations)
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A harsh inner critic, perfectionism, or people-pleasing that won’t let up
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Cravings or compulsive urges that spike under stress
ART helps you target what's driving the reaction so your nervous system can finally stand down
ART can help with a wide range of struggles
some common struggles are
Anxiety and Panic Attacks
What this can feel like
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Always waiting for something to go wrong
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Panic hitting out of nowhere and taking over
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Avoiding situations because you’re afraid of how bad it might get
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Feeling embarrassed or frustrated that you “can’t just calm down”
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Being tired of managing fear all the time
What life can look like
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Life feels quieter and more predictable. You’re no longer bracing for the next wave of panic or constantly checking in on how you’re feeling. You can make plans, go places, and be present without fear dominating your attention. There’s room to breathe again.
Self-worth, Perfectionism, People Pleasing
What this can feel like
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Always second-guessing yourself
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Saying yes when you mean no, then feeling drained or resentful
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Being hard on yourself no matter how much you do
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Reacting in ways you don’t like and not understanding why
What life can look like
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You feel more comfortable being yourself. Decisions come with less doubt, and boundaries don’t feel like a battle. The constant self-criticism eases, relationships feel less tense, and you move through life with more confidence and ease.
Trauma & Childhood Experiences
What this can feel like
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Being pulled back into things you wish were behind you
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Feeling stuck in survival mode even when life is okay now
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Avoiding reminders because they’re too overwhelming
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Wanting to move forward but feeling held back
What life can look like
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The past stops running the present. Memories fade into the background instead of taking over your day. You’re able to move forward without carrying everything with you. Life feels lighter, safer, and more open again.
Kids and Teens
What this can feel like
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Emotions that explode or shut everything down
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Feeling picked on, left out, or unsafe around others
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Dreading school, social situations, or transitions
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Parents feeling worried, helpless, or constantly on edge
What life can look like
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Things settle. Emotions don’t take over the day anymore. Your child feels more confident, more secure, and better able to handle everyday challenges. Home feels calmer, routines come back, and there’s more space for connection and enjoyment again.
Habits, Cravings, & Compulsions
What this can feel like
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Feeling pulled toward habits or substances when stress hits
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Promising yourself “this time will be different” and feeling disappointed
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Shame after slipping that makes it harder to keep going
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Wanting change but feeling stuck in the same cycle
What life can look like
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The pull isn’t as strong anymore. You’re able to pause, think, and choose what actually matters to you. Change feels steadier and more realistic. Instead of fighting yourself, life starts to feel more manageable and aligned with who you want to be.
Performance and Test Anxiety
What this can feel like
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Knowing you’re capable, but freezing when it counts
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Feeling intense pressure to not mess up
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Watching your mind go blank while everyone else seems fine
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Beating yourself up afterward and replaying everything
What life can look like
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You walk into high-pressure moments feeling steady and focused. You trust yourself to handle what’s in front of you—even if it’s imperfect. Instead of leaving drained or disappointed, you walk away knowing you showed up the way you wanted to.