Article Summary: Many of our EMDR clients have the same question: “How long does EMDR take for complex trauma?” Although the answer varies from person to person, EMDR can fully address complex trauma in as few as 6–12 sessions. Trauma is frustrating. Even after you’ve removed yourself from a threatening situation and you know you’re safe, the emotional and psychological … Read More
Parents With PTSD
Article Summary: Parents with PTSD often struggle with raising children because their underlying trauma may interfere with their ability to connect with their family. Therapy can help these parents overcome PTSD to become more engaged with their children and live happier lives. I had a horrific start to motherhood. When my daughter, Maya, was born, I had a 52-hour labor … Read More
What Is Fawning In A Relationship?
Article Summary: Fawning in a relationship is the practice of putting a partner’s needs ahead of your own, even if it means negatively impacting yourself. Sadly, fawning behavior is often learned by dealing with abusers early in life or through damaging past romantic relationships. Therapy can help restore self-confidence and self-respect, eventually eliminating fawning altogether. Once you know how to … Read More
What Does A Death Doula Do?
Article Summary: A death doula is a compassionate professional who assists people as they prepare to pass away. Many death doulas specialize in creating a safe, calm environment where individuals can finally accept their own mortality. With the doula’s help, individuals can pass away with dignity. Most of us are familiar with the idea of a doula from the process … Read More
7 Examples of Somatic Therapy
Article Preview: Some of the most popular examples of somatic therapy include trauma-informed yoga, EMDR, somatic experiencing, body-mind centering, hakomi, biodynamic craniosacral therapy, and sensorimotor psychotherapy. Read on to learn about the benefits of each one. If you’ve ever been to a therapy session, you’ve probably engaged in somatic therapy on some level. Somatic therapy focuses on your mind-body connection … Read More
Extreme Sports and Mental Health
Quick: What do Brazilian ju jitsu, dirtbike racing, skiing, and skydiving all have in common? They’re all classified as extreme sports. And although these adrenaline-spiking activities are alluring to both spectators and participants, there’s a darker side to them as well. In our experience, extreme sports athletes often have a special set of mental health needs, as we explain in … Read More
‘Does Therapy Really Work?’ How Therapy Addresses Complex Trauma, Depression, And More
Article Summary: Therapy for complex mental health issues doesn’t have to be complicated. By taking the proper, methodical approach, you can achieve a deeper understanding of yourself and greater control over your actions, thoughts, and behaviors. We explore in more detail with Associate Therapist Kennedy Sobon, LSW, MSW. If you’ve ever asked yourself, “Does therapy really work?”—you’re not alone. It’s … Read More
Therapy for Young Adults: Tackling Mental Health
Article Summary: Therapy for young adults is critical for overcoming the rampant levels of anxiety and depression we’ve seen in adults aged 18–29. Although these mental health issues are commonly caused by societal issues, they can be overcome through a dedicated locus of control and consistent therapy to make meaningful changes in life. You are not alone. Those four words … Read More
What Is Exposure Therapy for OCD?
Article Summary: Exposure therapy is a powerful treatment method for obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and it relies on patients sitting through the discomfort of their disorder for longer and longer periods under the guidance of a qualified therapist. For this article, we interviewed Associate Therapist Kihei Comerci, LSW, to gain her thoughtful perspective on how exposure therapy has benefited her own … Read More
Trauma And Resilience FAQ: Everything You Need to Know About Overcoming Your Past
Article Summary: Understanding trauma and resilience is an important part of anyone’s path to recovery from PTSD. By embracing the Trauma and Resilience Theory, you can develop your own trauma resilience and move forward with a healthy outlook and positive coping mechanisms. No doubt about it: Trauma and PTSD are dangerous. In fact, research shows that Complex PTSD can take … Read More