PTSD stands for Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. It’s a mental health condition that can develop after someone experiences or witnesses a traumatic event—something overwhelming, frightening, or life-threatening. What kinds of events can cause PTSD? Trauma looks different for different people. Common examples include: Symptoms last over 30 days and cause impairmentContinue Reading
CBT stands for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. It’s a widely used, evidence-based form of talk therapy that helps people understand and change unhelpful thought patterns and behaviors. CBT is based on the idea of: Thoughts → Feelings → Behaviors If someone’s thoughts are distorted or overly negative, their emotions can changeContinue Reading
EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. What is EMDR therapy? It’s a trauma-focused therapy designed to help people heal from distressing or traumatic experiences. But exactly what is EMDR therapy involving? It involves structured sessions facilitated by a trained therapist using something called bilateral stimulation. In simple terms:Continue Reading
Talk therapy is a general term for therapy where a person works with a trained therapist by talking through thoughts, feelings, experiences, and patterns in a safe, confidential setting. Here’s what it’s typically like, step by step: The first few sessions• The therapist asks about current concerns and goals• TheyContinue Reading
A good therapist fit matters as much as the type of therapy. Even the best method won’t help if the relationship doesn’t feel right. Here are some tips on how to pick your therapist. 1. You feel emotionally safe with the Therapist Safety doesn’t mean comfort all the time—it meansContinue Reading