If you’re a former athlete, you’re probably no stranger to setting goals, pushing limits, and striving for the next big win. That drive helped you succeed in competition, and it’s likely a big part of what makes you successful in your career today. But if you constantly feel like you’re chasing the next achievement—whether at work, at home, or even in your personal growth—you might also feel restless, exhausted, or like you’re never really satisfied.

As a lifelong competitive athlete myself and former Division 1 soccer player, I can fully relate to the tunnel vision that is often present when devoting the better part of your life to competing in your sport. Along with most athletes I speak with, I still get the occasional stressful dream about forgetting the right jersey color or frantically searching for my shin guards nowhere to be found.  Or, the irrational fear I’m going to have to run sprints if I’m right on time- because that was considered late! Being an athlete seeps into your psyche! It can easily start to feel like the centermost point of your identity and worth rather than something fun that you enjoy doing. And despite years of having amazing coaches- if you’re lucky, it’s almost inevitable to internalize harmful messaging related to your sense of self-worth being tied to your performance. 

It seems like Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or simply EMDR, is being talked about all over the place now and is generating buzz left and right. This could be due to popular and well-known figures, like Prince Harry and Sandra Bullock for example, being open and transparent about how EMDR has changed their lives, as well as in part due to the increasingly high demand of individuals seeking relief from their suffering.

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Breaking Free from the Achievement Trap: A Path to Self-Worth Beyond Success For many athletes and high achievers, success becomes the primary measure of self-worth. The relentless pursuit of excellence can be rewarding, but it often creates a cycle of anxiety and burnout.

If you've ever felt like you're stuck in therapy, you’re not alone. Sometimes, it can feel like progress is slow, and that’s frustrating when you’re eager for change. But here’s the thing: healing doesn’t always have to happen over months or years. Therapy intensives offer a powerful way to make breakthroughs faster.

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In the world of elite performance, whether in sports or high-pressure careers, mental resilience is just as crucial as physical ability. Many athletes and high achievers struggle with performance anxiety, perfectionism, and mental blocks that can hold them back from reaching their full potential. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful therapeutic approach that helps individuals process past experiences, rewire limiting beliefs, and regain confidence.