What is EMDR Therapy? Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, or EMDR, is a well-researched technique for therapy. EMDR can help individuals feeling “stuck” to move forward through reprocessing distressing memories. Including memories experienced after a traumatic event. EMDR is effective at helping adults, teens, and children. It uses bilateral stimulation of both the left and right […]
Time has often been touted as a great healer, yet there are some wounds that linger. Years ago, you experienced an assault that left an enduring imprint on your soul. While society might expect you to have moved on, it’s crucial to recognize that healing is not a linear process. Furthermore, after a sexual assault, […]
When it comes to the question of how to deal with toxic family members, one of the first questions to ask yourself is: should I attend functions that will drain my mental well-being? Sometimes skipping these challenging family gatherings doesn’t feel like an option. If you plan to attend, here are some strategies to escape […]
The holiday season is often hailed as a time of joy, sharing, and love. For many, it can also be a source of stress and anxiety. This can be especially the case when it comes to dealing with difficult family members. While we all wish for idyllic family gatherings, the reality can be quite different. […]
Living with food allergies is a daily balancing act. It includes a lot of vigilance and anxiety. It’s a life filled with label-reading, meticulous meal planning, and emergency preparation. The fear of a severe allergic reaction can be constant. Indeed, it can shadow every meal, snack, and social event. Advocating for you or your child’s […]
Understanding Food Allergies Having food allergies can bring about experiences of anxiety and stress. If you are living with food allergies, you know all too well the unique challenges this brings. We know that there is a link between anxiety and food allergies and that with increased anxiety comes higher stress levels. This isn’t all […]
Anxiety in teens is a common experience. Isolation during the pandemic increased the struggles teens were facing with their mental health. Challenges related to social interaction and relationships continue to generate stress and anxiety. It’s important for teens to develop effective tools and strategies. Identifying, managing, and reducing anxiety, enables them to lead fulfilling lives. […]
Perhaps this will sound familiar. You have graduated from the academic portion of your life and have moved on to the next phase. You are somewhere in your 20s or 30s. Maybe you are working a first job, a job that pays the bills, or if you’re lucky, the start of a career that excites […]
In part 1, we dived into the first 3 tips to develop and strengthen your sense of self and trust in yourself. In order to develop an intimate relationship with yourself, you must get to know your inner world, your body, and how it connects with the outer world. Adult children of narcissists or emotionally […]
Being raised in a narcissistic family or by a parent with narcissistic tendencies or full-blown Narcissistic Personality Disorder can wreak havoc on a child’s emotional development. These children learn that their parents’ emotional needs come first. The impact is a child who must contort who they are to win their parents’ approval and have their […]