Miriam Randall (she/her)

Practicing mindfulness on a regular basis allows us to see ourselves and the world more clearly. By incorporating mindfulness techniques into therapy it can help improve emotion regulation, integration of different parts and the practice of radical self-acceptance.

So often we become consumed by the world around us. By grounding ourselves on what we can control we are better poised to respond instead of react to the sometimes chaotic world that we live in. By realizing what's in our control and by working continuously on finding meaning in our lives we are able to live life more fully and authentically.

Whether we realize it or not we are all affected by our cultures. The culture we identify with has lasting impact on the way we see ourselves, others and the world around us. By approaching therapy with cultural humility and sensitivity I believe it crucial for therapy to be effective.

Social anxiety can manifest in many ways. One day you may feel comfortable at a party or during your work day while the next you may feel uncomfortable and anxious. By spending time in therapy discussing your social phobia it can allow you to break away from the cycle of social embarrassment, constantly feeling awkward or worried of what may go wrong.

As women we were conditioned the navigate the world differently from men, whether the message was from guardians, society or friends. By creating a greater awareness of what is serving us and what is not as related to being a woman we can start acting accordingly. Whether that means greater self-acceptance, creating boundaries or defining your own needs we can discover ways your femininity can be embraced and your energy can be maintained.

Working with people from various cultural backgrounds has allowed me to see the intersection of culture and systemic oppression. An integral part of identity formation is deciding what our culture means to us, for those who have suffered from cultural oppression navigating this process can be even more difficult.