EMDR therapy: What is eye movement desensitization and reprocessing? And how does it work? by Alexandra Cromer, LPC | Aug 25, 2023 | Coping Skills, Mental Health Topics, Trauma EMDR stands for eye movement desensitization and reprocessing, and it is a psychotherapy approach that is primarily used to treat trauma-related disorders and emotional distress. Developed by Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s, EMDR has gained recognition as an effective treatment for various mental health issues, particularly post-traumatic stress disorder…
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD): A straight-talking, informative guide by Taylor Bennett | Jun 8, 2023 | Mental Health Topics, PTSD, Trauma It is entirely natural to experience a range of emotions after a traumatic event. Most people recover from these initial reactions and feelings within a few weeks. However, if you have ongoing problems, there could be something else going on, like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). This practical guide will help…
What family constellation therapy can reveal about intergenerational trauma (and Abuela in “Encanto”) by Wistar Murray | Jan 28, 2022 | Beginning Therapy, Family, Mental Health Topics, Trauma Family constellation therapy (FCT) is a way of helping individuals heal from family trauma and suffering that’s been passed down unconsciously through generations of their bloodline. Constellation work explores these intergenerational dynamics through body, mind, and spirit. The therapeutic approach is rooted in psychoanalytic thought as well as family systems…
When the past is ever-present: Examining complex post-traumatic stress disorder by Chad Saylor | Oct 16, 2020 | Mental Health Topics, PTSD “Little did I know that in these dark moments of early motherhood, I wasn’t simply reacting to the stress-inducing challenges of being a new mom. I was also unexpectedly dealing with a series of present-moment triggers that were causing me to relive the excruciating traumas of my youth.” Lindsay’s daughter,…
What is racial trauma? (Video) by Taylor Bennett | Aug 6, 2020 | Mental Health Topics, Race & Identity, Trauma Hello, my name is Shontel Cargill and I’m a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist at Thriveworks located at the Cumming office in Georgia. The question that was asked was, “What is racial trauma?” Racial trauma also known as race-based traumatic stress is defined as the cumulative negative effects of racism…
Identifying Cultural Issues Including Bias in the Counseling Room (Video) by Taylor Bennett | Jun 15, 2020 | Mental Health Topics, Race & Identity Valerie Proctor Greene, Licensed Psychotherapist and Life Coach at Thriveworks Chesapeake, leads an online workshop titled “Identifying Cultural Issues Including Bias in the Counseling Room.” Below, you’ll find information about Greene, followed by highlights from her presentation: About Valerie Proctor Greene, Licensed Psychotherapist and Life Coach: Greene is passionate about…
Both PTSD and anxiety can be debilitating, but you can learn to manage your symptoms by Edie Weinstein, LSW | Sep 20, 2019 | Anxiety, Mental Health Topics, PTSD PTSD and anxiety: Does one cause the other? This question popped up recently when I was speaking with someone who has severe panic attacks, which are “debilitating” and require inpatient care. As this individual was sharing about their experiences, they told me that when they think about how much time…