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Understanding EMDR Therapy for Complex PTSD and Childhood Trauma
For those struggling with complex PTSD and childhood trauma, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy offers a powerful path to healing. Originally designed for single-incident traumas, EMDR has proven effective for deep-seated and multifaceted issues. In this blog, we'll explore how EMDR works, its benefits for complex PTSD, and its impact on childhood trauma. Join us to discover how this therapy could be a transformative step on your journey to recovery.
Back To School Anxiety? Tips For Parents To Support Your Children
As we approach the start of a new school year, it is not uncommon for children to experience a surge of anxiety. The transition from the relaxed days of summer to the structured routine of school can be overwhelming and stressful. As parents, it is crucial for us to provide the support and guidance our children need to navigate these emotions.
Setting Boundaries with Your Child in 5 Simple Steps
Are you unsure if and how to set boundaries with your child? Without rules and limits, children feel out of control. Children need clear boundaries to feel safe and secure. Here are 5 simple steps to setting boundaries with your child…
What to Expect in Child Therapy
Is your child experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression or PTSD? Are you noticing challenging behaviors in your child and you are not sure what to do? Does your child shut down when you ask them what’s wrong? Child therapy can be a helpful space for kids to explore their feelings safely and process their needs, learning how to better communicate with you and how you can foster a secure parent-child attachment. Here is more of what to expect when you bring your child in for therapy.
Words From a Fellow Parent by Tiffany Spilove, LMFT
Do you ever find yourself wanting parenting help? Supportive, affirmative but clear and concise “how-to’s” on how to be the best parent to your child? Do you worry that if you don’t get some kind of support, that you’ll screw your kid up? I know I certainly do.
5 Things To Do When Your Child Is Out Of Control
Being upset a normal part of growing up. And it's how kids learn to regulate their emotions and find balance in their world. Here are ways to help…
6 Ways to Eliminate a Power Struggle with Your Child by Alli Domers, MSS
Power struggles naturally occur between parents and children when children are not listening and parents try to control them. Here are some helpful strategies to approach these difficult moments…
What is Play Therapy & Sandtray Therapy?
We can all agree that it is not easy to talk about the hard things. In fact, some kids may even shut down, hide or yell when it is time to discuss something challenging. Learn how play therapy and sand tray therapy can help children explore their feelings and needs in therapy…
The Truth About The Terrible Twos by Alli Domers, MSS
Did your child tantrum at age two, two and a half or even three? If not, is your child tantruming now? When children tantrum at an older age it is often a result of skipping a normal developmental stage called, Rapprochement. I am sure you have heard of the “terrible twos” and the bad rap that comes along with temper tantrums.