EMDR therapy is primarily used to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, it has shown effectiveness for various other conditions, including anxiety disorders, depression, and phobias. EMDR can also address issues like low self-esteem, chronic pain, and addiction. Its versatility makes it a valuable tool in mental health treatment.

These four communication habits can predict trouble if they are left unchecked to run rampant in your relationship. Not only will we identify these four warning signs, but we will also provide an antidote. Let’s learn a little bit more about each one.

For individuals grappling with trauma, Internal Family Systems therapy offers a powerful avenue for healing. This approach can be particularly beneficial in helping you regulate emotions and reconnect with your body.

There’s a lot of talk about trauma in today’s society. But what really is trauma and how does it happen?

Family trauma encompasses distressing events that disrupt familial harmony, causing significant emotional pain. Recognizing these experiences is crucial for healing, as they can instill fear, anxiety, and mistrust that persist for years, affecting one’s ability to form healthy connections.

In today’s pressure-filled world, teens face unique stressors while navigating their identities. Parents can play a crucial role by recognizing signs of anxiety and understanding their teen’s experiences.

Thankfully, there are alternatives to traditional talk therapy for trauma treatment. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy can help you process trauma with guided, bilateral stimulation. Let’s explore the neurological science behind EMDR.

Many people who grapple with clinical depression, anxiety, trauma, phobias, and other mental health conditions find relief when they identify the root causes of their symptoms through Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy. Let’s explore what “parts” means in the context of IFS, and how conflict between your parts can affect your mental health.

Trauma can make it seem like things will never get better. But healing is well within your reach. However, this process takes time and patience. You’ll want to find trusted people you can turn to for help. Here’s how to start down the path of healing from trauma.

Shutting down emotionally puts up walls between you and your partner. If both of you are unable to fully express yourselves, your relationship will always rest on unstable ground. Here are some tips to help you get comfortable opening up to your partner.

If you’re dealing with trauma, anxiety, or any other heavy emotional baggage, you probably want relief yesterday. You’ve already been carrying it for long enough, and the idea of spending months or even years in therapy can feel daunting. Enter EMR Intensives — the fast lane of trauma healing.

Chronic pain is debilitating. It comes out of nowhere and shatters your existence. I would know, because I live with a chronic illness. In 2007, my world fell apart when I was diagnosed with Crohn’s disease. The diagnosis ripped apart everything I had ever known.

How many times have you asked your partner what’s wrong and they respond with, “nothing, it’s fine”? But is it fine? And why is that a catch-all for problems going unresolved? Do you long for more than just surface level responses and catty comments from your spouse? Do you want to dig in deeper and learn how to have a healthier relationship? Then stay tuned!

So much of trauma is what happens after the event is over. Trauma rewires your brain, and it can make it difficult to understand or explain what you experienced.

If you’ve found yourself trying to decode your teen’s latest “mood of the day” and come up short, you’re not alone. Parenting a teen is a full-contact sport, and sometimes, the best support you can offer is connecting them with a professional who can help them navigate this turbulent chapter of life.