Trauma Therapy
Understanding grief and helping yourself through it
Understanding grief is an important step to coping with it. Grief is a natural and complex emotional response to loss. It can be triggered by various types of loss, such as the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, a job loss, or a significant life change. Here are some key…
Read MoreTrauma and Healing: Trauma-Informed approaches to therapy, coping with trauma symptoms and the journey of healing
Trauma-informed approaches play a crucial role in the process of healing trauma. A trauma-informed approach involves understanding the pervasive nature and impact of trauma, and it prioritizes the physical, psychological, and emotional safety of individuals[2]. Such an approach can be implemented in various settings and organizations, being distinct from trauma-specific interventions or treatments. It is…
Read MoreTime Related Stress Can Take a Toll on Your Mental Health
Stress can manifest itself in various ways. You can feel anxious all the time, you can have trouble sleeping, you can lash out at those you care about, these are all signs of having an anxious life. But what exactly causes us to have stress and anxiety in the first place? In this article we…
Read MoreThe Relationship Between Anxiety and Depression
Among the most common psychiatric disorders are anxiety and depression. These two disorders are considered to be comorbid with each other. According to the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA) about 7% of adults and 13% of adolescents suffer from these disorders at any given time. Typically, women suffer them more than men…
Read MoreBrainspotting
Brainspotting is a powerful tool used to treat trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety and multitude of other symptoms and mental health issues. Through this method clients get access to both the brain and body and heal what is distressing or holding them back. “Where you look affects how you feel.” —David Grand, PhD With “talk therapy”…
Read MoreIs EMDR a right treatment option for you?
What is EMDR? Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a therapeutic modality that was developed by Francine Shapiro in 1987. It is aimed to relieve distress and symptoms related to traumatic memories to the point of its healthy resolution. Studies show that with EMDR, people can often achieve and sustain symptom relief and healing…
Read MoreMindfulness and how to practice it daily
With the constant demands of our busy lives we are often on the go and unable to be mindful of our thoughts and emotions. It’s easy to get sidetracked and disconnect from what truly matters to us. Mindfulness and attunement to our emotions can help develop greater self-awareness and healthier life balance. If you are…
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