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Practical boundary strategies (that actually work) from Root & Rise Clinical Specialists If you’ve ever been asked, “Are you ready for the holidays?” and wanted to laugh-cry… same. At Root & Rise , we talk to clients throughout the year about stress, anxiety, family dynamics, and boundaries, but the holidays can amplify these issues. The lights look beautiful. The pressure feels intense. Suddenly, everyone arrives with expectations, opinions, and a full agenda. In a recent Li

By Julie Stark, LCSW — Co-Founder & Co-Clinical Director, Root & Rise Clinical Specialists & Creator of The Stark Contrast™ Julie Stark, LCSW, is the co-founder and co-clinical director of Root & Rise Clinical Specialists, serving clients in both FL and NY. She is also a CTC Member, a professional photographer, and the creator of The Stark Contrast™ . This therapeutic modality blends structured clinical work with creative processing to help people access the stories and emoti