Phase 2 Resourcing with EMDR: A Comprehensive Guide

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy treatment designed to alleviate the distress associated with traumatic memories. It's an eight-phase treatment, and Phase 2, also known as the Preparation Phase, is crucial...

The Journey of Memories: Encoding, Storage, and Retrieval

Human memory is a complex and fascinating system that allows us to encode, store, and retrieve information. This process is essential for learning, making sense of our experiences, and shaping our behaviors and personalities. This blog...

EMDR vs. Accelerated Resolution Therapy: A Comparative Analysis

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) are both innovative psychotherapies used for the treatment of trauma and other mental health disorders. While they share some similarities,...

Coping with Pet Loss: A Guide for Healing

Introduction

Losing a pet can be a deeply emotional and painful experience. Pets are not just animals; they are family members who provide companionship, love, and joy. When they pass away, it's natural to feel a profound sense of loss and grief. This...

The Therapist as the Product: A Different Approach to Business

In the world of business, the concept of selling products or services is a fundamental practice. However, when it comes to certain professions, such as therapy, the traditional model of selling products doesn't quite fit. In this...

Tips for Maximizing Your Experience with Your Local Small Business Development Center

As therapists, it can be hard to transition from just seeing patients, to becoming a business owner. You have to shift your mindset from being a practitioner, to being a small business owner of a private...

Hiring a Bookkeeper: What You Need to Know

Opening a private practice, I have had to build my practice from the ground up.  I have had to learn along the way and wanted to share with you some of the tips along the way.  It's crucial to find the right person for this vital role. I spoke...

Understanding the Polyvagal Theory: A Journey Through the Vagus Nerve

The Polyvagal Theory, developed by Dr. Stephen Porges, offers a revolutionary perspective on how our autonomic nervous system responds to stress and trauma. It provides a deeper understanding of our physiological responses and...