There are multiple different therapeutic approaches to healing from trauma. Regardless of the approach, your therapist will work with you to create a space where you can safely revisit the trauma you’ve experienced, understand and process what’s happened in your past, and learn the skills to begin to move forward in your journey. Click for more.

Explore effective anxiety treatments in our latest blog, where we discuss Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Positive Psychotherapy (PPT). Discover how personalized treatment plans and strong therapeutic relationships enhance recovery. Click for more.

PTSD results from traumatic events, causing lasting, severe reactions such as flashbacks, avoidance, mood swings, and stress. Affecting 6% of U.S. adults, it's more common in women and veterans. Risk factors include trauma exposure and lack of support. Diagnosis relies on symptom evaluation, and treatments include therapy (CBT, EMDR) and SSRIs. Early understanding and tailored treatment are vital for managing PTSD. Click for more.

EMDR therapy, created by Dr. Francine Shapiro, treats PTSD and trauma by using eye movements or bilateral stimulation to process distressing memories. It's effective for various conditions like PTSD, anxiety, and depression. Research supports its efficacy in reducing symptoms, showing advantages over traditional treatments and medications. Click for more.

Explore the benefits of EMDR therapy in our latest blog post. Learn how this eight-phase approach helps treat PTSD and other traumas, how session lengths vary, and what influences the therapy's duration. Dive into a therapy that adapts to your personal healing journey. Click for more.

EMDR therapy, as detailed by Alexandra Brown, LCSW, is tailored to individual experiences, often causing varied emotional reactions post-session as part of the healing process. The brain continues to process trauma, particularly during sleep, which can lead to emotional breakthroughs and symptom reduction. Effective communication with the therapist and practicing self-care are vital for a successful recovery. Click for more.

The duration of therapy for anxiety differs greatly among individuals and depends on factors such as symptom severity and treatment type, according to Alexandra Brown, LCSW. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is frequently used, aiming to alter negative thoughts and behaviors. The therapy process is highly personalized, often requiring tailored adjustments over time, and may include medication to enhance outcomes. Click for more.

Research has shown that post-traumatic stress disorder can result in changes to the brain structure. For instance, the hippocampus, which plays a role in regulating stress hormones and is responsible for storing and retrieving memories, can actually shrink. Click for more.

One of the things that can happen when you experience trauma is that your nervous system becomes less able to regulate itself. Ordinarily, when you encounter a stressor, your sympathetic nervous system readies your body to respond—you’ve probably heard of this as the ‘Fight, Flight, or Freeze’ response. Click for more.

As human beings, we evolved to move. Physical movement has consistently been shown to promote mental well-being. When we exercise, our bodies are flooded with endorphins—the “happy” hormone. Physical movement creates new neural pathways. Even just going for a walk literally changes our brains for the better. Working out decreases stress, improves mood and memory, and helps us sleep better. Click for more.