KD HOLMES, MS, LPC, EMDR CERTIFIED

Explore KD Holmes's articles on trauma, OCD, anxiety, relationships, and the connection between mind and body. This collection includes reflections on EMDR, Deep Brain Reorienting, boundaries, perfectionism, and the questions people bring into therapy.

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Neurodivergence

Neurodivergent brain with a heart in the middle

7 min read

The Fundamentals of Neurodivergent Mental Health

Picture of KD HOLMES, LPC, EMDR CERTIFIED, BTTI TRAINED KD HOLMES, LPC, EMDR CERTIFIED, BTTI TRAINED: Nov 29, 2024, 3:00:53 PM

After 48 years and countless therapists, I’ve begun to challenge many of the traditional narratives surrounding mental health. Therapy often starts with unpacking feelings and revisiting trauma, as if those pieces alone hold the key to getting better. And while I deeply value the power of trauma work-approaches like DBR, which helped me release...

Neurodiversity and Neurodivergent Strenghts

4 min read

Is My Neurodivergence a Gift or a Curse?

Picture of KD HOLMES, LPC, EMDR CERTIFIED, BTTI TRAINED KD HOLMES, LPC, EMDR CERTIFIED, BTTI TRAINED: Mar 6, 2023, 9:34:52 AM

You might have noticed parts of yourself that don’t quite fit how the world expects you to think, focus, or respond. These are often referred to as neurodivergent traits-patterns in how the brain processes information, attention, and sensory experiences. They can show up in conditions like ADHD, autism, or other forms of neurodivergence, but many...

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6 min read

Why Am I so Anxious?

Picture of KD HOLMES, LPC, EMDR CERTIFIED, BTTI TRAINED KD HOLMES, LPC, EMDR CERTIFIED, BTTI TRAINED: Oct 20, 2020, 9:48:28 AM

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 that quietly shaped the question so many of us eventually ask ourselves: why am I so anxious, even when nothing obvious seems wrong? I’d venture to guess that the large doses of caffeine and chocolate I...

KDH Counseling and depression help for adults and teens

5 min read

The Never-ending Blahs

Picture of KD HOLMES, LPC, EMDR CERTIFIED, BTTI TRAINED KD HOLMES, LPC, EMDR CERTIFIED, BTTI TRAINED: Oct 18, 2019, 10:56:35 AM

Depression symptoms aren't just feeling sad-it’s gripping, immobilizing, and can leave a lasting impact on quality of life.Depression symptoms often interfere with daily functioning, relationships, and motivation, which is why many people seek therapy for relief, hope, and meaningful solutions.