2131 Capitol Ave. Ste 206
Sacramento, CA 95816
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Thrive Therapy & Counseling provides high quality therapy to Highly Sensitive People and to kids, teens or adults struggling with anxiety, depression or self-esteem.
This blog is written by a therapist in midtown Sacramento and focuses on the concerns and struggles of highly sensitive people (HSPs) and of kids, teens and adults struggling with depression, anxiety or just trying to figure out what they want for themselves. There's help and hope through counseling and therapy!
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Grief doesn’t follow a timeline, and healing isn’t about “moving on.” At Thrive Therapy in Sacramento, we offer compassionate grief counseling to help you process loss—whether recent or long ago. Therapy creates space for your emotions, helps you feel less alone, and supports you in honoring your grief while gently moving forward. You don’t have to carry this alone.
Read MoreEmotional neglect isn’t always loud. Sometimes, it’s the quiet absence of validation or comfort that shapes us most. At Thrive Therapy & Counseling in Sacramento, we help adults understand how unmet emotional needs in childhood can impact relationships, self-worth, and emotional regulation—and how therapy can support healing.
Read MoreBurnout and sensory overload can feel nearly identical—especially if you're a highly sensitive person (HSP). At Thrive Therapy in Sacramento, we help sensitive individuals untangle emotional exhaustion from overstimulation, build nervous system awareness, and reclaim their energy. Therapy can support you in understanding your sensitivity as a strength—not a flaw—and finding a more sustainable, grounded way to move through life.
Read MoreWhen words fall short, creative expression can help. At Thrive Therapy in Sacramento, we offer expressive arts therapy as a gentle, trauma-informed approach to healing. Using art, movement, and creativity, you can explore difficult emotions, regulate your nervous system, and reconnect with yourself—no artistic skill required. This powerful modality supports trauma recovery from the inside out, at your own pace.
Read MoreMany women live with undiagnosed ADHD for years—masking symptoms with perfectionism, people-pleasing, and quiet overwhelm. At Thrive Therapy in Sacramento, we support women navigating late diagnoses, emotional burnout, and the relief of finally being seen. Therapy can help you understand your brain, rewrite old narratives, and create a life that works for you—not against you.
Read MoreAdolescence is a time of powerful self-discovery — but identity exploration can also bring anxiety, confusion, and emotional intensity. At Thrive Therapy in Sacramento, we offer affirming, teen-centered therapy that creates space for your child to explore who they are at their own pace. Whether your teen is questioning gender, culture, or values, we’re here to support their growth with compassion, creativity, and care.
Read MoreAdolescence is a complex time of self-discovery, especially for teens navigating identity, anxiety, and societal pressures. At Thrive Therapy in Sacramento, we offer compassionate support for teens and their families — creating a safe space to explore identity, build confidence, and strengthen emotional connection. Whether your teen is questioning who they are or just feeling overwhelmed, therapy can help them grow with support, not pressure.
Read MorePerfectionism isn’t just about high standards — it’s often driven by anxiety, fear of failure, and a deep need to feel worthy. At Thrive Therapy in Sacramento, we help you untangle the roots of perfectionism and build a life grounded in self-compassion and authenticity. Learn how therapy can support you in letting go of “getting it right” and embracing who you are, imperfections and all.
Read MoreAnxiety in adulthood often traces back to childhood emotional neglect—when your emotional needs were unmet, even in a “normal” home. Learn how this quiet wound fuels perfectionism, people-pleasing, and inner criticism—and how therapy can help you heal, reconnect, and feel more at ease.
Read MoreConstantly saying “sorry,” even when you’ve done nothing wrong? Over-apologizing often points to deeper patterns like people-pleasing, low self-worth, or fear of conflict. Learn what’s really behind the reflex—and how therapy can help you build confidence and take up space without guilt.
Read MoreBrainspotting is a powerful, body-based therapy that helps process trauma, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm—especially when talk therapy isn’t enough. Learn what to expect from sessions and how this gentle, somatic approach supports deep healing in Sacramento or online across California.
Read MoreFeeling overwhelmed this summer? If you're a highly sensitive person (HSP), the season's heat, social pressure, and disrupted routines can lead to burnout. Learn why summer can be especially draining for HSPs and discover practical, therapy-informed strategies to stay grounded and restore your energy.
Read MoreThe end of a friendship can leave deep emotional wounds—yet it’s a form of grief that often goes unacknowledged. Whether the loss was sudden or gradual, therapy can help you process the pain, find closure, and begin to heal.
Read MorePride Month offers celebration, but LGBTQ+ teens need support year-round. Affirming therapy provides a consistent space to explore identity, process anxiety or trauma, and feel safe being fully themselves. Learn how we support queer youth in Sacramento and online.
Read MoreWalking side-by-side with your therapist, outdoors and in motion, can ease anxiety in ways a traditional office can’t. Walk and talk therapy blends nature, movement, and conversation to support emotional regulation—especially for highly sensitive people, young adults, and anyone who feels trapped by anxiety.
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