Welcome to the Wild Sunflower Wellness blog
written by Leanne, Morton, LPC, ATR, licensed mental health therapist, registered art therapist, and mother of two.
Think of this as a cozy little nook just for you — a place to explore the tender, complex, and deeply human experience of motherhood and womanhood. I share reflections on art therapy, holistic well-being, spirituality, and navigating motherhood in today’s world.
My hope is that something here makes you feel a little less alone, a little more seen, and maybe even inspired to take one small, nurturing step toward yourself today.
How to Know When You Need Therapy as a Mom (Even If You’re Functioning)
Motherhood can look “fine” on the outside while feeling heavy, disconnected, or overwhelming on the inside. This post explores the subtle signs therapy may support you as a mom—even if you’re functioning—and how creative, holistic approaches like art therapy can support anxiety, identity shifts, and emotional overload during motherhood.
Every Denver Mom Should Try Art Therapy
Discover how art therapy can support your emotional healing and growth in motherhood. Learn how an art therapist for moms in Denver can help you reconnect with yourself through creativity, self-expression, and holistic care.
Art + Breath + Body: A Trio for Calming Mom Anxiety from a Postpartum Therapist in Denver
Anxiety in early motherhood isn’t just in your head. It lives in the body, and especially in the nervous system. In this post, we explore how gentle practices like breathwork, body awareness, and art-making can support postpartum anxiety, without pressure to fix or push through (written by a postpartum therapist in Denver). If you’re a mom feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or constantly on edge, this is an invitation to soften, listen, and reconnect with yourself at a pace that honors what you’ve been carrying.