There are many approaches to therapeutic work. Two popular modalities are talk therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). They work well in tandem, but there are distinctive differences in how these treatments look and feel in the therapy room....
In the evolving landscape of psychotherapy, integrating different therapeutic modalities can provide significant advantages for client outcomes. One such integration that has shown remarkable potential is combining traditional talk therapy with EMDR Therapy. For...
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a research-validated treatment modality that has shown consistently good outcomes in treating conditions such as Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The exact mechanisms behind why EMDR works have not been...
While Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder is not an official diagnosis in the DSM-V (clinician’s diagnostic manual), it is critical to understand the specific nature of complex trauma and how it undeniably and significantly influences an individual’s mental,...
As hard as we try to protect our children from trauma, we are frequently unable to foresee or prevent our children from experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event(s). What we can do in the critical moments after learning about the trauma can help to reduce...
The process of giving birth is a life-altering experience that can be both emotionally and physically challenging for many people. While it can be a source of immense joy and empowerment, it can also be a time of fear, pain, grief, and confusion. Unfortunately, some...