KD HOLMES, MS, LPC, EMDR CERTIFIED

KD Holmes, LPC and Overachieving

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My Story of Perfectionism and Burnout

Overachieving is made up of emotional urges, ingrained habits, and an incredible amount of lost time. I was constantly driven by the need to achieve, and from the outside, it often looked like I was thriving. But internally, the cost was steep. What...

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Overachieving cycle

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Perfectionism Burnout: Why Always Achieving Stops Working?

This specific type of anxiety and depression can be particularly challenging to address because it feels intertwined with what many overachievers...

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Holiday's Stress

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Laughing and Crying Through the Holidays

The holiday season can be a magical time filled with laughter, joy, and cherished traditions. However, beneath the surface of all the joy and...

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Image of KD when she was a child looking exuberant

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Why Am I so Anxious?

I’ve been called “nervous” for as long as I can remember. Even as a child, the label stuck. Looking back now, I can see how early experiences like...

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An image of a Roller coaster

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Learning to Ride Roller Coasters: Exposure Therapy for Anxiety

Recently, I revisited the concept of inhibitory learning, and once again, it reshaped how I understand anxiety management. There’s something...

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Grief and The loss of a Parent

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.....And Just Like That, He Was Gone

As I am filled with shock ( the first stage of grief), it's hard to imagine that a man that looked like this, could die. I don’t think anything can...

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Trauma mental health image

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What is Trauma Therapy?

What is trauma? Many people unknowingly live with what I often call “trauma brain.” It’s an invisible force shaping their reactions, emotions, and...

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KDH explanation of mental health picture

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The Enigma of Mental Health?

Therapy is a space where people seek clarity, change, and deeper understanding of mental health concerns. These challenges often show up as...

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2 paths to describe choices in therapists

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What is the Secret to Choosing a Therapist?

Therapy is not one-size-fits-all. Finding a therapist is more nuanced than selecting someone from a list. It’s a deeply personal decision that shapes...

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a man climbing out of whole

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How Do I Climb Out of My Depressive Hole?

Not just sad-but slowed down. Heavy. Disconnected from yourself, from other people, from things that used to feel meaningful. Even simple tasks can...

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