The Physical and Emotional Effects of Trauma: What You Need to Know

Did you know that trauma impacts you both physically and emotionally? Trauma is an overwhelming and distressing experience that can have a profound impact on your life, leaving you with both physical and emotional pain. To heal from this experience, it is crucial to understand the effects of trauma on your body and mind. In […]

What Is CBT & How It Helps Mental Health

Cognitive behavioral therapy, or CBT, is a type of psychotherapy that is used to treat mental health conditions. It is a very effective treatment for conditions such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD. It is less commonly used, but also an effective treatment for eating disorders, substance abuse, and bipolar disorder. It can also be helpful in managing chronic pain, […]

What is Brainspotting?

Brainspotting…so what is it anyway? It sounds like some sort of scary procedure.  Brainspotting is a fairly new treatment modality that helps people process unresolved emotions by using eye movement.  This therapy was discovered by trauma psychotherapist David Burns, PhD. in 2003. Dr. Burns describes Brainspotting as “a brain-based therapy. A treatment that goes beyond the mind to gain […]