Therapy in Season: How Summer Can Shapes Your Therapy Work

Have you ever noticed yourself feeling more energized in summer or a little more introspective in winter? You're not imagining it. As the world around us cycles through phases of blooming, slowing down, shedding, and stillness, our bodies and minds often follow suit. We believe that therapy can mirror these rhythms as well, inviting us to reflect, reset, grow, and rest depending on the season we find ourselves in.

With summer rolling in, it’s a great time to check in with how the season might be showing up in your mind, body, and the work you're doing (or want to be doing) in therapy. Summer tends to energize us and invites us to feel more connected and more open to show up for ourselves in new ways.

In therapy sessions, that might look like:

• Reconnecting with goals you set earlier in the year

• Turning insights into action

• Setting (or reinforcing) boundaries in relationships

• Digging into things that felt too heavy to tackle in other seasons 

Biologically, there’s a reason this happens. As daylight increases, our circadian rhythms shift. More sunlight = more serotonin, which can boost mood and motivation. Our systems are literally more primed for action. 

For some, the summer season brings clarity and motivation. For others, it can bring pressure to feel "good" or to be more social or productive. Either way, therapy can help you stay grounded and aligned with what you actually need—rather than what you think you should be feeling.

Therapy in Other Seasons

While summer might be a time for outward growth and movement, every season has something to offer, and therapy goals can shift along with them:

• Spring: Renewal and New Beginnings

  • Often sparks hope, curiosity, and a sense of possibility. It’s a good time to set new goals, plant new seeds, or try fresh approaches.

• Fall: Transition and Letting Go

  • A season that invites us to reflect, release, and re-evaluate. It’s often a time of grief work, shifting identities, or preparing for changes ahead with patience and acceptance.

• Winter: Stillness and Presence

  • Winter invites rest and quiet, offering space for your nervous system to settle. In therapy, this might be a time to pause, reflect, and gently support your nervous system by focusing on presence rather than productivity.

If you notice yourself changing with the weather— you’re in rhythm. Recognizing your own seasonal shifts can help you approach therapy with more self-compassion and intentionality. Therapy, like nature, is not linear. There are times of blooming, times of pruning, and times of rooting. By honoring where you are seasonally—physically, emotionally, spiritually— we can meet with attunement and compassion for what you need today. 

If you’re wondering how to make the most of your therapy work this summer, reach out to schedule a consultation!

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