There are countless therapies, skills, and interventions available today. It’s easy to feel overwhelmed — especially when faced with the long list of credentials following a therapist’s name. Maybe you have a specific issue you want to address, but aren’t sure which kind of therapist or method to choose. This article aims to shed light on two well-known therapeutic approaches: Brainspotting (BSP) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).

Religious Trauma Syndrome or RTS*. It’s a concept that was coined in 2011 by Dr. Marlene Winell, a social worker and psychologist who sat with numerous individuals from high-control religious backgrounds. These individuals experienced symptoms identical to trauma survivors (think back to the war veteran or abused partner mentioned earlier) with the added complexity of being deeply involved in their faith communities. 

The truth is that trauma does not have to be the end of your story. On the other side of trauma is post-traumatic growth. You can grow, heal

An emotional flashback involves a surge of emotions with no apparent cause or a disproportionate response to an event.

Lacking safety and/or connection from primary caregivers can result in complex post-traumatic stress disorder (CPTSD).

EMDR or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing is a research-based treatment used to address numerous issues such as...

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