Summer is often a time for celebration and gatherings, but for some, it brings sociaal anxiety and stress. This blog offers practical tips nd strategies from an IFS-informed EMDR therapist to help manage anxiety before and during summer events.

Discover how EMDR therapy can help mothers heal from trauma, manage anxiety and depression, address birth trauma, and enhance self-compassion. Our practice offers integrative care for maternal mental health

Life after graduation can bring a mix of excitement, fear, sadness, loneliness, and frustration. Learn how to acknowledge these emotions and navigate the transition with reflection, embracing change, staying connected, setting goals, and creating routines.

Mother’s Day can evoke a range of emotions, from joy and gratitude to sadness, anger, and guilt. Discover practical tips for navigating complex feelings, honoring your experiences, and finding peace amid the challenges of the mother wound.

Explore the role of intersectionality in trauma therapy through an analysis of Beyonce's Cowboy Carter album. Discover how understanding the multifaceted nature of identity helps therapists address the impact of discrimination and historical trauma on individuals' well-being.

Learn about EMDR therapy, a powerful tool for healing from past traumas and present-day struggles. Find a plain word explanation of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), how it works, and why it’s a powerful tool in healing beyond talk therapy.

Discover how grief and loss therapy offers compassionate support to navigate the complex emotions of loss. From expressing feelings to processing memories, therapy provides a safe space for healing after experiencing loss.

Uncover how childhood family dynamics shape our internal systems and present-day experiences. Through exploring Bowen’s Family System theory and IFS, discover how understanding family patterns and internal parts can guide healing in trauma therapy.

Discover how Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy helps you connect with your core Self through the transformative qualities known as the 8 C's and 5 P's. This guide breaks down these key principles to support healing, emotional balance, and inner harmony. Whether you're new to IFS or deepening your practice, learn how the Self serves as the compassionate leader within.

Explore the significance of glimmers – fleeting moments of hope and insight – in the therapy journey towards healing and transformation. Discover how these tiny sparks illuminate the path through darkness, grief, depression, anxiety, and the overall struggle offering hope and resilience amidst suffering.

Unravel the complexities of Imposter Syndrome with insights from Internal Family Systems (IFS). Understand the roles of the Inner Critic, Protector Parts, and Exiles, and explore transformative strategies for self-compassion, building relationships, and connecting with the healing power of the Self. Master Imposter Syndrome with resilience and authenticity through the lens of IFS.

Gain profound insights into obsessions and compulsions as woven into the fabric of trauma. Drawing from Pete Walker's "The Tao of Fully Feeling," explore how these coping mechanisms develop, offering temporary relief from emotional turbulence. Discover the nuanced ways obsessions and compulsions help navigate trauma and embrace a compassionate healing path.

Lots of therapy words can be confusing. Join us as we unravel the commonly used words in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Polyvagal Theory. From bilateral stimulation to the fight-flight-freeze response, discover how these frameworks guide therapists in navigating trauma and stress responses. Gain clarity and empowerment by demystifying therapy jargon in plain language.

Discover strategies derived from somatic and nature-based therapies to navigate overwhelm with current events. From grounding techniques to community connection and symbolic rituals in nature, find ways to maintain mental health and take meaningful action in response to the challenges of the world.

Discover powerful strategies derived from somatic and nature-based therapies to beat winter blues. From grounding techniques to expressive arts in nature, find ways to cultivate well-being during the cold season.

Embark on a profound exploration of how Polyvagal Theory and Somatic Experiencing work together. Delve into the nuanced understanding of the body's response to trauma, unveiling practical tools for emotion regulation. This blog unveils the secrets to navigating emotional waves and guiding individuals towards healing and resilience.

Learn more about the world of bilateral processing, a therapeutic technique used with EMDR therapy. Discover its roots in the Adaptive Information Processing (AIP) model and how it effectively engages the brain's natural healing mechanisms. Uncover the benefits, from trauma reduction to improved self-esteem, and witness the remarkable resilience of the human nervous system.

Explore the profound insights of polyvagal theory by Dr. Stephen Porges, unraveling the intricacies of the autonomic nervous system. Discover how understanding your nervous system can empower you with self-awareness and resilience, guiding you through the new year with a heightened sense of control and connection.

As we embrace the dawn of a new year, this blog invites you on a journey of self-discovery and growth. Discover empowering strategies to navigate the fresh start, unlocking the potential for thriving in the year ahead.

As the New Year approaches, dive into a unique exploration of sobriety and sober-curiosity guided by Internal Family Systems (IFS) and recovery principles. This blog unveils transformative strategies to navigate a dry New Year, embracing the wisdom of self-discovery and well-being.