This post explores how trauma affects the brain and nervous system, and why its impact often shows up in the body long after difficult experiences have passed. It also explains how healing happens through trauma-informed therapy, nervous system regulation, and building a sense of safety and connection. Emily Hale 2/3/20262 min read What Trauma Does […]
A brief overview of how EMDR therapy works. The benefits and outcomes of EMDR, and what to expect. Emily Hale 2/19/20261 min read How Does EMDR Actually Work? Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, or EMDR, is an evidence-based therapy that helps the brain heal from distressing experiences. Many people are familiar with the name but […]
This piece explains how trauma can live in the body as ongoing physical and emotional responses, even after the original events have passed. It emphasizes that healing involves helping the nervous system feel safe and supported so past experiences can be integrated rather than continually relived. Emily Hale 2/23/20262 min read What Does “Your Body […]
EMDR is a structured therapy that safely helps your brain process difficult memories through guided recall and bilateral stimulation, allowing emotional healing to occur naturally. Emily Hale 2/25/20261 min read What Happens in an EMDR Session? EMDR is structured and intentional. It follows an eight-phase approach designed to prioritize safety and stability. In the early […]
Internal Family Systems (IFS), developed by Richard Schwartz, views the mind as made up of different “parts,” each with its own role—often to protect us or carry past pain. Rather than trying to eliminate these parts, healing comes from approaching them with curiosity and compassion, allowing our calm, grounded core Self to lead so internal […]
Art therapy is a form of creative expression that helps individuals explore and communicate emotions that may be difficult to put into words. By using activities like drawing, painting, or collage, it provides a safe, non-judgmental space to process feelings, reduce anxiety, and build self-awareness and confidence. Rather than focusing on artistic skill, art therapy […]
