One common worry about EMDR is that you will walk into your first appointment, choose the hardest thing that has ever happened to you, and immediately have to relive it. Thankfully, that is not how EMDR begins. Early EMDR sessions are about helping your therapist understand what brings you in, making a plan together, explaining […]
There is something deeply human about creating. Whether with the written word, music, or visual creations, creativity has always been one of the ways people process emotion, connect with others, and make sense of our lives. As adults, many of us have lost touch with that part of ourselves. Creativity can become something we associate […]
June is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Awareness Month and we believe that everyone can benefit from understanding more about PTSD. PTSD is estimated to impact 7.8% of Americans in their lifetime, and millions of people worldwide. If you aren’t impacted by PTSD, you likely know someone or several people who are. It’s important to note […]
An estimated 70% of adults have experienced at least one traumatic incident in their lives. This may help explain why EMDR is such a popular therapy. EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing. It is a powerful way to heal from trauma, reduce distress and promote emotional well-being. Psychologist Francine Shapiro developed EMDR in the […]
One of the truths in life is that everyone experiences emotional pain at some point. When people are hurt deeply, it leaves a spot that is extremely sensitive, just like a physical wound. When they are reminded of that pain, they react in a way that serves to protect themselves from reopening that emotional injury. […]