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Learn more about topics that we discuss in the therapy setting. These resources are available to help anyone looking for support, education, encouragement to to explore next steps in their therapy or mental health journey.

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Why Does PTSD Get Overlooked?

Appropriate diagnosis and screening for PTSD still remain largely overlooked. In fact, one study notes that as many as half of the PTSD diagnoses, and a general clinic may be missed during routine clinical screenings. So why is that? Today we will work to answer that question.

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Understanding Relational Trauma

Most people can identify at least one relationship that has impacted them in a negative way throughout their lifetime. But have you ever wondered if you’ve experienced relational trauma? So what is the difference between a bad relationship and relational trauma? Today we will take the time to explore this topic together

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Recovering From Infidelity Trauma

After experiencing infidelity trauma, you may find yourself asking, will I ever get over this? Will I feel like this forever? In these times of questioning, you may be wondering how to recover. Before expanding, I would be remiss not to share, that recovery looks different for everyone

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Signs You Are Experiencing a Trauma Bond?

Some people use a shared traumatic experience with another person as an anchoring point to create a false sense of security and acceptance. Survivors of trauma who experience trauma bonding often find it more challenging to leave the relationship, advocate for themselves, set boundaries, and state their needs.

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Can a Pet Help Improve Trauma?

Have you ever considered that animals may be an effective aspect of trauma treatment? Today we are going to explore the research on animals as a tool for the management and treatment of trauma and PTSD symptoms and consider the benefits that animal ownership may have for those who are trauma survivors. 

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What is a Flashback?

Flashbacks are one of the more common trauma experiences and symptoms that are experienced by trauma survivors, and while they are common for trauma therapists to work with, those experiencing flashbacks often  find them scary, distressing, confusing, disorienting, and very uncomfortable

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Is Poverty a Form of Trauma?

With greater and greater awareness and discussion on the impact of trauma, there is a growing conversation on the types of experiences that can be a form of trauma. Today, we will discuss poverty as a form of trauma and discuss the impacts of property on those who experience it. 

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Slaying the Dragon of Trauma: Anger

Do you seem to feel angry about how something has impacted you and your life? Or do, you just find yourself on edge, quick to anger and snapping at others more than you like. After experiencing a traumatic event, it is very common that those individuals to feel angry.

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Resource Review: Polyvagal Theory

The basic premise of the research on polyvagal theory focuses on the concept of the vagus nerve, which connects to the safety circuits of the brain and travels into the body through several different major body systems. Learn about the significance of this nervous system connection as it impacts the physical concerns that occur in high correlation with trauma and anxiety disorders

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