Every hero needs a guide, a beacon of wisdom that helps them navigate through life’s challenges. Here at Calming Transformations Counseling, our blog is just that—a source of insight, inspiration, and guidance for your personal journey.

We explore a range of topics, from managing anxiety to integrating therapeutic practices like movie therapy into your daily life.

So grab a seat, make yourself comfortable, and dive into the stories and advice that could make a difference in your life.

Movie Therapy Insights

Imagine your life as a screenplay, where each scene is a chance for growth.

Movie Therapy Insights category dives into how your favorite films can be more than entertainment—they can be tools for self-reflection and healing. 

Avengers: Endgame

Avengers: Endgame follows the events of Avengers: Infinity War and is the climax of the Infinity that includes 23 movies notably including: The Avengers, Avengers: Age of Ultron, Captain America: Civil War,

Avengers: Infinity War 

A movie 10 years in the making, Avengers: Infinity War brings together all of the films and characters in the Marvel Cinematic Universe for an epic battle against Thanos, the warlord from

Ant-Man and the Wasp

Ant-Man and the Wasp, sequel to Ant-Man, begins with a flashback of Hank Pym and his wife, Janet Van Dyne, leaving the young Hope Van Dyne for an emergency mission. Janet, the

Anxiety can sometimes feel like a storm brewing on the horizon.

Articles in this category offer practical strategies to help you weather the storm, find your center, and regain control.

Managing Anxiety

Walk & Talk Therapy

Set the scene outside. Walk & Talk Therapy is more than just a stroll—it’s a chance to connect with your thoughts in a new way.

Explore how this innovative approach can offer a fresh perspective on your mental health journey.

Personal Growth & Wellness

Life is a story, and you’re the author.

The Personal Growth and Wellness category offers insights and tips on how to live a balanced, fulfilling life.

Culture, Diversity, & Spirituality

Explore the intersection of culture, spirituality, and mental health.

These articles delve into how cultural backgrounds, faith, and personal beliefs influence the therapeutic process.

Mental Health

Your mental health is the foundation of your well-being, influencing how you think, feel, and interact with the world.

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Common Anxiety Medications

Purpose/Role of Medications The purpose or role of medications is to reduce the feeling of anxiety within a person, they person takes the medication to feel less “anxious”, the symptoms of anxiety

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Cluster C Personality Disorders 

Similar to Clusters A and B personality disorders, Cluster C involves long term patterns of thoughts and behaviors that are unhealthy and inflexible. Cluster C disorders are defined by one common characteristic:

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Cluster B Personality Disorders 

The DSM groups cluster B personality disorders together because a precise diagnosis is rare due to overlapping symptoms. These disorders are defined by dramatic, overly emotional, or unpredictable thinking or behaviors, affecting

At Calming Transformations Counseling, I believe that every story has the potential for a happy ending. This blog is here to support you, offering insights and inspiration to guide you along the way.

Remember, you are the hero of your own story—let’s make it a great one together.