Navigating Trauma Triggers During the 4th of July
The Fourth of July is a time for celebration, fireworks, and gathering with loved ones to commemorate the independence of the United States. However, for many individuals who have experienced trauma, this holiday can be challenging due to potential triggers related to loud noises, crowds, and memories associated with traumatic events. Managing trauma triggers during […]
Managing PTSD Symptoms
Managing PTSD Symptoms: A Journey to Healing and Resilience Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a mental health condition that can affect individuals who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. Its symptoms can be debilitating and overwhelming, impacting every aspect of a person’s life. However, with the right strategies and support, it is possible to […]
Tracking Mental Health Symptoms
A Journey Within: How to Track Mental Health Symptoms In a world that increasingly values mental health and wellbeing, it’s crucial to be mindful of our emotional states and recognize the signs of mental health issues early on. Tracking mental health symptoms can be an empowering practice that enables us to better understand ourselves and […]
Utilizing EMDR in Substance Abuse Treatment
Unlocking the Power of EMDR in Substance Abuse Treatment Overcoming substance abuse is tough, but there’s a promising therapy called Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) that can make a real difference. Originally developed to treat PTSD, EMDR has shown remarkable effectiveness in addressing the emotional wounds and traumas that often underlie addiction. In this […]
Preparing for the Holidays
Thanksgiving is less than one week away, and Christmas, Hanukkah, New Year’s and other big holidays follow soon after. It’s important to make plans. When planning, you may think only of the obvious: groceries, invitations, decorations, and outfits. However, it’s equally important to prepare for and manage your mental wellness during this time. Holidays are […]
4 Ways Your Child Is Communicating With You
You know your child better than anyone. Yet, sometimes it can be challenging to understand what they’re thinking and why they’re behaving as they do. You rely on past experiences with the child, and some instinct. Like a detective, you notice their patterns, and you try to pick up on any signs or signals if […]
How to Ask for Help
Therapists want people to feel comfortable asking for help. Helping people is–or at least should be–the reason we’re in the business. One thing I’ve realized, however, is asking for help is something people may need assistance with. People have a lot of reasons they don’t ask for help. Barriers to help-seeking include fear, resistance to […]
Introducing Kelly!
We asked Kelly to help us get to know her a little more. Keep reading to learn more about her! What made you want to be a therapist? I’ve always known that I wanted to work with other people to help them discover their own potential. Over the years, that goal has changed a bit […]
8 Things I Learned About EMDR
I completed my training in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) in September of this year. I learned about EMDR through personal research about 3 years ago. I was attempting to identify the best therapeutic modality to treat trauma. Once I learned that guided eye movements had the potential to help process the hardest moments […]