Andrina Batris

A lot of the people I work with are used to holding a lot together on the outside, but internally it feels like their mind never really slows down. There’s constant thinking, going over things, anticipating what might happen next. Even when there’s time to rest, it doesn’t feel restful. Day to day, it can look like feeling drained, struggling to focus, or noticing you’re more on edge than usual. You might still be showing up to work, school, or for others, but it’s taking more effort than it used to. Over time, it starts to feel like too much to carry on your own, and that’s usually when people reach out—they want to feel more settled, more clear, and not so consumed by everything going on in their head.

I also do a lot of work around trauma, grief, and life changes. This can come from past experiences, recent events, accidents, loss, or moments that felt overwhelming and never fully processed. It doesn’t always show up in obvious ways. Sometimes it’s feeling disconnected, numb, easily triggered, or reacting in ways that don’t feel like you. Other times it’s avoiding certain places, thoughts, or conversations, or feeling like your body is still holding onto something even when you’re trying to move forward. Grief can also be part of this—loss of a person, a relationship, or a version of life you thought you’d have. People often come in wanting to understand why they feel this way and to find a way to move forward without feeling stuck in it.

Relationships are another big part of my work. This can look like repeated arguments, feeling misunderstood, or not knowing how to express what you need without it turning into something bigger. Some people notice they give a lot and feel drained, while others shut down or pull away when things feel overwhelming. These patterns don’t come out of nowhere—they’re often shaped by past experiences and what you’ve had to learn to cope. Over time, they can make relationships feel confusing or heavy. In our work, we slow things down, look at those patterns, and find ways to communicate more clearly, set boundaries, and build relationships that feel more stable and supportive.

In our work together, we slow things down. When everything feels overwhelming or your mind won’t shut off, we start by helping your body and mind feel a bit more settled. We look at what’s been building up, what’s keeping things going, and find ways to help you feel more in control in those moments. That might look like learning how to ground yourself when things feel intense, understanding what sets certain reactions off, or finding simple ways to create more space in your day so everything doesn’t feel so heavy all at once. If you’re feeling stuck or burnt out, we focus on small, realistic shifts—getting you out of that “I can’t do anything” feeling and back into a place where things feel a bit more manageable and clear.

When it comes to trauma, grief, or relationship struggles, the work is paced and intentional. You’re not pushed to open up before you’re ready. We focus on creating a space where you feel safe enough to actually say what’s on your mind without worrying about being judged or misunderstood. Together, we start to make sense of patterns—why certain situations feel so triggering, why you might shut down or overextend, or why the same dynamics keep showing up in your relationships. From there, we work on new ways of responding—communicating more clearly, setting boundaries without guilt, and learning how to stay connected to yourself even in difficult moments. Over time, the goal is for things to feel less overwhelming, for your reactions to make more sense to you, and for you to feel more steady, confident, and in control of how you move through your life and your relationships.