Traditional therapy typically takes place in weekly sessions lasting about an hour. For many people, this structure works well and allows gradual progress over time. However, some challenges involve patterns that have developed over many years. In these situations, the pace of weekly therapy may feel slow or limited. A therapy intensive offers a different […]
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Survivors often carry the weight of harmful beliefs shaped by abuse—beliefs we have the power to help them rewrite. Dear Colleague, Survivors of domestic violence and relationship abuse often carry deeply ingrained beliefs about themselves, born from their trauma. Phrases like “I am powerless” or “I don’t deserve love” may echo in their minds, shaping
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Here is how to know if you may be dealing with trauma.
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Anxiety can be a very debilitating condition that negatively affects various aspects of your life. It can cause sleep disturbances, difficulty concentrating, and irritability. Thankfully, there are various treatment modalities available for individuals suffering from anxiety, including psychotherapy. One type of psychotherapy that has been gaining popularity in recent years is Eye Movement Desensitization and
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a form of psychotherapy aimed at helping people reduce or eliminate psychological stress. It was developed by Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s as a way to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). EMDR works by having individuals focus on a traumatic or distressing event while making side-to-side eye
