Supporting someone through trauma recovery can feel overwhelming, especially when you’re unsure of what they need or how to help. While you can’t “fix” their pain, your empathy, …
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Trauma Anniversaries: How to Recognize, Cope, and Support Loved Ones
When you hear the word anniversary, your mind might go to roses, chocolates, or fancy dinners. But not all anniversaries are joyful. Trauma anniversaries mark the time—whether a …
What Is Complex PTSD? Signs, Causes, and Treatment
Complex PTSD, or C-PTSD, is a condition that results from prolonged or repeated interpersonal trauma—often during early development or in situations where escape isn’t possible. …
Why Talk Therapy Sometimes Misses the Mark for Trauma – And What to Do Instead
Last week the therapists in my local Ellie sat together to listen to the latest case consultations on our caseloads when an interesting and unique situation came up for discussion. …
Feeling Disconnected? A Therapist’s Guide to Understanding Dissociation
Dissociation is one of those words that gets tossed around in therapy rooms, but often misunderstood in everyday conversations. It can show up as zoning out in a meeting, driving …
How to Recognize and Manage Trauma Triggers
Unless you spend an average of zero minutes per day on social media, you’ve no doubt come across the word “trigger.” For the most part, I consider this to be a good thing. After …
What Is Dance/Movement Therapy? Benefits, Myths, and How It Works
If you had asked me 17 years ago what dance therapy, or Dance/Movement Therapy was, I, like many people, probably would have guessed it was the therapeutic use of dance to help …
What Is Brainspotting Therapy? A Comprehensive Guide for Beginners
Brainspotting is a relatively new but rapidly growing modality in the realm of therapeutic practices. In this article, Billie shares her decade of experience as a therapist and …
Exploring Art Therapy: Techniques, Benefits, and Real-Life Application
In this episode of the Therapist Thrival Guide podcast, Miranda Barker, LICSW dives into the world of art therapy with two expert guests, Chelsea Wire, a licensed professional …
Understanding EMDR Therapy: Basics, Process, and Benefits
In this episode, Miranda Barker, LICSW is joined by Amber Silva, LLMS and Gina Young, LICSW as they dive into the fascinating world of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing …
Understanding and Addressing Suicidal Thoughts and Self Harm
Suicide is one of the leading causes of death in the United States. It is important to recognize the common signs, causes, and statistics. If you and/or a loved one is experiencing …
Utilizing Virtual Reality Therapy for Treating Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
In recent years, technology has made significant strides in the field of mental health, offering innovative solutions to age-old problems. One of the most promising advancements is …
