therapy for seasonal affective issues
If you’re reading this, you probably know how much the seasons can shift your mood. Winter can feel heavy, isolating, and exhausting—dark mornings, short days, and a sense of fog you just can’t shake. Summer can be just as tough in its own way—the heat, the long hours of light, and the pressure to feel “happy” when inside you’re anxious, restless, or emotionally drained. It isn’t just about the weather—it can deeply affect how you think, feel, and show up in your life.
At our practice, we offer a truly unique approach to helping you through these difficult seasons. Our program blends EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) with ASMR-inspired techniques, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and somatic practices that help you reconnect with your body. This multidimensional approach works on multiple levels—calming your nervous system, gently rewiring the brain’s response to stress, helping you ground yourself while adjusting behaviors and lifestyle when the seasons feel overwhelming.
Most people have only tried one-dimensional treatments for seasonal affective issues—light boxes, medications, or talk therapy alone. But if you’ve felt like something was missing, this program may be exactly what you’ve been looking for. We don’t just treat symptoms; we help you build resilience, balance, and emotional steadiness year-round.
You don’t have to dread winter or summer anymore. Reach out today to learn more about this one-of-a-kind program and take the first step toward feeling like yourself again—no matter what the calendar says.
What we treat
Seasonal Affective Issues for Winter
Seasonal Affective Issues for Winter
Seasonal Affective Issues for Winter
Winter can feel like a season that swallows you whole. The days are short, the nights stretch on endlessly, and the lack of light seeps into your mood. You may notice yourself feeling sluggish, struggling to get out of bed in the morning, or finding even simple tasks exhausting. Maybe you crave comfort foods and find your appetite and sleep patterns shifting. Or perhaps it’s the emotional heaviness—you feel withdrawn, disconnected, or not quite like yourself.
Some symptoms you may notice:
- Energy is low, sluggish, and heavy
- Oversleeping, difficulty getting out of bed
- Increased appetite
- Withdrawal
- Lethargy
Seasonal Affective Issues for Summer
Seasonal Affective Issues for Winter
Seasonal Affective Issues for Winter
Most people assume summer is the season of ease—long days, sunshine, vacations, and freedom. But for you, summer might feel anything but easy. The constant heat can leave you drained and irritable. The endless daylight can throw off your sleep and make it hard to find rest. Social pressure to be “out and about” when you’d rather recharge quietly can stir up guilt, anxiety, or even resentment.
Some symptoms you may notice:
- High tension, agitation, mixed with exhaustion
- Insomnia
- Decreased appetite
- Temperature intolerance or overstimulation
- Anxiety, restlessness, irritability
how we help
Psychoeducation
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Understand how the changing seasons affect mood, sleep, hormones, and energy. We explore the biological and environmental factors that drive seasonal affective issues, and how awareness creates the first step toward balance.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Identify unhelpful seasonal thought patterns and behaviors, then practice healthier ways of thinking and responding. Together we create routines that support stability whether it’s winter or summer.
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Process the emotional weight of past difficult seasons that may still linger in the body and mind. We use gentle bilateral stimulation to anchor new, more adaptive responses moving forward.
ASMR Visuals & Sound
ASMR Visuals & Sound
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Experience calming sounds and visuals designed to soothe and regulate the nervous system. These sensory tools help create a sense of comfort and calm that you can carry into daily life.
Somatic Therapy
ASMR Visuals & Sound
Somatic Therapy
Learn to tune into the body’s signals and release built-up tension from seasonal stress. Practices include grounding, movement, and breathwork tailored to the needs of each season.
Now accepting new clients!
We are pleased to announce increased appointment availability for weekends and evenings!