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Emotions are an inherent part of the human experience. They ebb and flow like the tides, influencing our thoughts, actions, and relationships. Yet, in our pursuit of emotional regulation, we often find ourselves demonizing emotions themselves rather than addressing the problematic reactions that arise from them. This misguided approach can lead to emotional suppression, shame, […]
Understanding EMDR: Separating Fact from Fiction
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy has been gaining popularity in recent years, but with its growing popularity comes a wave of misconceptions and myths. As a result, many people are left wondering what EMDR is, how it works, and whether it’s right for them. EMDR is a type of psychotherapy that was originally […]
The Fragmented Self
We are ALL survivors of trauma. This may sound a bit strange or contradictory but there is no such thing as “perfect mental health”, as we are all imperfect beings, it’s part of the human design. Even if you haven’t been through things that you would consider to be “traumatic” based on the stigma and […]
What is EMDR Therapy?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a non-traditional but highly researched and effective method of psychotherapy that is proven to help people with trauma and distressing life situations (such as depression, anxiety and PTSD). It was created by psychologist Dr. Francine Shapiro in the 1980s and has been considered a highly effective evidence-based treatment […]