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Navigating the Winter Blues: Understanding and Coping with Seasonal Affective Disorder
As the days grow shorter and the sunlight becomes scarce, many individuals find themselves grappling with a phenomenon known as Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). I often encounter clients who experience the impact of this condition on their mental health. In this blog post, I will delve into what Seasonal Affective Disorder is and explore healthy coping skills to help manage its effects.
Understanding the Physical Manifestations of Trauma
Recognizing the mind-body connection is essential in providing holistic care for trauma survivors. Seeking the support of an experienced therapist can make a significant difference in reclaiming both mental and physical health.
Exploring the Depths of Emotion Processing: Top-Down vs. Bottom-Up
Two primary approaches to emotion processing, top-down and bottom-up, play a significant role in shaping how we perceive, interpret, and respond to our emotions. In this blog, I will delve into the differences between these two modes of emotion processing and their implications for mental health and well-being.
How Does Brainspotting Work And What Does It Help With?
Brainspotting is a results-driven and goal-oriented collaborative approach to therapy. Like a guide who helps us navigate the landscape, brainspotting shines a light on hard-to-access traumatic memories.
What Is Generalized Anxiety Disorder And How Can You Deal With It?
We all struggle with anxiety at some point or another in our lives, but most of us can accept what we can and can’t control. Sometimes that’s easier said than done, however, because worries can stack up, feed off one another and multiply. Before we know it, they’ve grown beyond our ability to manage them.
How Does Childhood Trauma Impact Someone As An Adult?
The lessons we learn as children shape our behaviors and beliefs well into adulthood. That is true for everyone, but it is especially true for adult survivors of childhood trauma.
What Are The Differences Between CBT And EMDR?
At first glance, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy seem similar. If you think of healing as a journey, CBT might be considered the scenic route—in contrast, EMDR therapy is a highway that the therapist and client build together.