Holding Ground

Welcome back to Holding Ground! In this episode, we explore the topic of “Navigating your Twenties” and common life challenges during this time. Join Ashlyn Graff, a clinical supervisor at Anchor Light, and Anchor Light clinician Sarah Stewart, who has a passion for helping young adults along their life journeys as they discuss their insights and experiences.   Whether you’re in this time of life...

Welcome back to Holding Ground! In this episode, we delve into the world of consensual non-monogamy (CNM). Join host Laura Richer and Ashlyn Graff, a licensed therapist specializing in relationship dynamics, as we explore the various forms of CNM, discuss common misconceptions, and provide insights on how to navigate these relationships in a healthy and respectful manner. Whether you’re curious ab...

Welcome to Holding Ground! In this episode, we delve into the transformative world of Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) for couples. Join host Laura Richer and Aidan Merris, a licensed therapist specializing in EFT, as we explore the main principles, discuss common challenges couples face, and provide insights on how to foster deeper emotional connections. Whether you're curious about EFT, co...

Finding others attractive is inevitable regardless of your relationship status. Initial feelings of physical or emotional attraction to someone can be sudden and outside of your control. However, folks have choice of whether they pursue the other person. Join licensed therapists Laura Richer and Michelle Mooney as they break down the signs of being attracted to someone else and why it is completel...

Finding others attractive is inevitable regardless of your relationship status. Initial feelings of physical or emotional attraction to someone can be sudden and outside of your control. However, folks have choice of whether they pursue the other person. Join licensed therapists Laura Richer and Michelle Mooney as they break down the signs of being attracted to someone else and why it is completel...

Join Licensed Therapists Michelle Mooney and Ashlyn Graff as they discuss the difference between trauma dumping and seeking healthy support. Trauma dumping is unloading heavy, traumatic experiences onto people, often without their consent. While this can feel good because you’re getting things off your chest and mind, it could actually push people away and damage relationships.  Michelle and Ashly...

Join Licensed Therapists Michelle Mooney and Ashlyn Graff as they discuss the difference between trauma dumping and seeking healthy support. Trauma dumping is unloading heavy, traumatic experiences onto people, often without their consent. While this can feel good because you’re getting things off your chest and mind, it could actually push people away and damage relationships.  Michelle and Ashly...

How Fear Manifests and Sabotages Relationships: Fear of Abandonment VS. Fear of Engulfment, Part 2As human beings we are wired for connection with others. We instinctively know that our survival depends on being in community with other people. However, relationship trauma can trigger fears around intimacy and closeness that can lead to unconsciously sabotaging the thing we desire most. On today’s...

How Fear Manifests and Sabotages Relationships: Fear of Abandonment VS. Fear of Engulfment, Part 1As human beings we are wired for connection with others. We instinctively know that our survival depends on being in community with other people. However, relationship trauma can trigger fears around intimacy and closeness that can lead to unconsciously sabotaging the thing we desire most. On today’s...

Did you grow up with an emotionally immature parent? Do you think you might be an emotionally immature parent? Join licensed therapists Michelle Mooney and Ashlyn Graf as they identify the signs and symptoms of emotionally immature parents so you can recognize them and their impact on you. In Michelle and Ashlyn’s work counseling adults with childhood trauma, this is a very common experience that...

Did you grow up with an emotionally immature parent? Do you think you might be an emotionally immature parent? Join licensed therapists Michelle Mooney and Ashlyn Graf as they identify the signs and symptoms of emotionally immature parents so you can recognize them and their impact on you. In Michelle and Ashlyn’s work counseling adults with childhood trauma, this is a very common experience that...

When it comes to mental health, one thing is for sure: we can't do it alone. Research has consistently shown that having good friends and a strong social support system can play a vital role in improving mental wellbeing. In this episode of Holding Ground licensed psychotherapist Laura Richer is joined by two of her besties Andi Lucas and Shaylee Knutson to take a closer look at the importanc...

When it comes to mental health, one thing is for sure: we can't do it alone. Research has consistently shown that having good friends and a strong social support system can play a vital role in improving mental wellbeing. In this episode of Holding Ground licensed psychotherapist Laura Richer is joined by two of her besties Andi Lucas and Shaylee Knutson to take a closer look at the importanc...

Unleash the power of communication in your relationship! Licensed couples therapists Laura Richer LMHC and Michelle Mooney LMHC are here to guide you through the most common couple arguments and show you how to handle them like a pro. With their expert advice, you'll learn how to turn differences into opportunities for growth and understanding. Remember, disagreements are just a normal part o...

Unleash the power of communication in your relationship! Licensed couples therapists Laura Richer LMHC and Michelle Mooney LMHC are here to guide you through the most common couple arguments and show you how to handle them like a pro. With their expert advice, you'll learn how to turn differences into opportunities for growth and understanding. Remember, disagreements are just a normal part o...

Join licensed therapists Laura Richer and Michelle Mooney for an informative discussion about the intricacies of the human nervous system and how understanding emotional regulation can support you in improving your mental and physical health. A dysregulated nervous system can have serious repercussions on our well-being. On today's episode of holding ground Laura and Michelle will offer strat...

Join licensed therapists Laura Richer and Michelle Mooney for an informative discussion about the intricacies of the human nervous system and how understanding emotional regulation can support you in improving your mental and physical health. A dysregulated nervous system can have serious repercussions on our well-being. On today's episode of holding ground Laura and Michelle will offer strat...

Relationship Red flags that appear romantic but signal disaster... Part 2. We've all seen fairy tales and Hollywood movies - where supposed 'romance' involves obsession, passion, and fighting for something that's not available. But those toxic behaviors don't lead to healthy love! Licensed couple's therapist Laura Richer and Michelle Mooney are back with another seaso...

Relationship red flags that appear romantic but signal disaster... Part 1. We've all seen fairy tales and Hollywood movies - where supposed 'romance' involves obsession, passion, and fighting for something that's not available. But those toxic behaviors don't lead to healthy love! Licensed couple's therapist Laura Richer and Michelle Mooney are back with another seaso...

Individual Couples Family Teen and Therapist Ashlyn Graff joins Laura today to chat about Confidence Vs. Narcissism. Website: https://anchorlighttherapy.com/

Is It or Isn't It...

One of the greatest challenges when dealing with depression is finding the energy and motivation to move in the direction that will support you in feeling better and recovering. Ashly Graff LMHCA offers up some expert advice on how to as Nike says "Just Do It" and some actionable steps to get there. Treating depression is different for everyone and the right way to treat depression is fi...

Michelle and Laura discuss how the news, being exposed to the chronic stress or trauma in others, and living through a pandemic can create a trauma response in people who are not being directly impacted. This is especially prevalent in the healthcare industry. Laura and Michelle will point out symptoms of secondary trauma and offer up some expert tips on how you can treat this condition if you are...