EMDR is a regular tool that I use in therapy, whether that is as a resource for clients to find safety and peace, or reprocessing difficult or disturbing events, or…
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I remember the first time I heard the term spiritual abuse, and I immediately went to the examples I had read about growing up….controlling spiritual leaders, that demanded crazy loyalty…
1. Resilience and Growth: Going through difficult or painful experiences can lead to personal growth and resilience. Overcoming challenges can build strength, wisdom, and a deeper appreciation for the good…
For many, the experience of pain is very personal. Pain can feel isolating, and many times, the brain and body can get used to pain and it can become more…
Depression can be the feeling of hopelessness, or debilitating sadness, and can also include other noticeable signs like: eating too much, eating too little, decreased sleep, or increased sleep, low…
When professionals (especially therapists) talk about grief they frequently refer to “stages of grief.” I never really liked that idea because grief is actually messy. It doesn’t organize itself into…
I was reminded recently in a conversation with one of my sons how difficult it is to be in middle school. You might remember middle school as well, or you…
We are in the process of selling a house and very thankful. As we have journeyed in this uncertainty over the last year we have felt stressed and unsure….
