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It is commonly believed that severe emotional pain often takes a long period of time to heal. In traditional “talk” therapy, the individual is guided by the therapist each session into unlocking these emotions through words. Talking about the trauma can sometimes be painful and retraumatizing. Here at Trauma and Beyond Center ®, we offer…
Regaining trust in the world after sexual assault is challenging. A survivor may disassociate from their own body in response to fearful situations and in order to overcome the danger. If a survivor suffered abuse in childhood, they may have a limited sensory and emotional awareness overall. Body psychotherapies can help people have a body…
You want to trust, to believe everything will be okay, but you can’t seem to fully get there. There is a disconnect, a slight feeling of being unsafe, even though you know it’s only a projection. You just can’t move forward. What you’re likely experiencing are the effects of trauma. With the best trauma therapy…
A moment spent admiring artwork can be transcendental, ethereal. It is a powerful way in which humans can connect–through emotions. It is also where the observer can catch a glimpse of the artist’s innermost truths that reside in the unconscious mind. As the surrealist movement aimed to rebel against the rational mind to unveil the…
PTSD can happen to basically anyone. It’s important to keep in mind that you don’t have to be a soldier who’s seen active wartime duty to have PTSD. In fact any event that causes fear for one’s life or safety can lead to PTSD. The person doesn’t even necessarily have to have been involved with…
Far too many individuals suffer from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). While the effects of PTSD may be long lasting it does not need to be a life sentence. If you are currently in therapy for PTSD, that’s great, you have taken the first step. There are helpful skills that you can use outside of…