Trauma is a deeply distressing or disturbing experience that can affect your mental and emotional well-being. Therapy for trauma can help. The right type of trauma therapy can help heal the psychological wounds that stem from your trauma. Not every form of therapy is as effective for treating trauma, though. Trauma therapy is a specific type of counseling. It aims to reduce the symptoms of conditions that result from extreme trauma, like post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other trauma-related conditions.  talk

Therapy can help you see tremendous growth as a person, but it’s critical that you clearly define what you want to work towards. Setting therapy goals will give you a sense of direction. Having goals in place also makes tracking progress easier for you and your therapist. Studies show that realistic goals can be highly motivating, even for people living with depression or other mental health conditions. Read on to learn how to set goals and get the most out talk

Trauma is a psychological response to an event or series of events that cause physical, emotional, and/or mental harm. The effects of trauma can be short- or long-term, and severity can vary depending on the individual. Research shows us that trauma can affect everyone differently. There are several trauma types to know about. Read on to learn about each of them. What Are the Different Types of Trauma? When we think of psychological trauma, we often think of a single talk

Attachment therapy is a type of therapy that fosters healing by focusing on trust and the ability to create deep and meaningful connections. It’s rooted in the ideas based on attachment theory, which acknowledges how childhood experiences can significantly impact future relationships.  A form of psychotherapy (talk therapy), attachment therapy can help you overcome past trauma and strengthen your sense of self-worth. It can be a valuable way to teach you how to trust others, and its benefits go much talk

We know therapy can be beneficial in many ways, but research shows us it’s underutilized. A contributing reason to this is simple: cost. Unfortunately, the financial cost of therapy can be a barrier to mental health services for many people. However, for some, there is a solution.  Sliding scale therapy sets rates based on a client’s ability to pay, making treatment more affordable and accessible.  “Sliding scale therapy offers therapy at an affordable rate, a rate that’s in alignment with talk

Have you been feeling glum, unhappy, or out of sorts lately? Don’t worry – it’s normal to feel sad sometimes. When you’re down but don’t know why, it’s called feeling blue.  It’s possible to feel blue without any obvious or apparent cause, but these low moods usually happen for a reason. While it can be challenging to cope with any sad feeling, thankfully, there are plenty of ways to deal with the blues. Read on to learn more about the talk

It’s no secret that trauma is a global issue. According to a study done by the World Health Organization (WHO), more than 70% of people will experience a traumatic event at some point in life. Other research shows that more than half of the population will suffer some form of trauma in their lifetime. A less-talked-about, but potentially very damaging, form of trauma is known as intergenerational trauma (also called generational trauma or transgenerational trauma). In short, generational trauma is talk

Milieu therapy (MT) is a therapeutic treatment approach for mental health conditions. This therapeutic modality relies heavily on the use of someone’s current environment and immediate surroundings. The process typically combines the benefits of group therapy and an individualized treatment approach. This combination helps build a supportive community while also addressing unique concerns.  MT is a form of psychotherapy that focuses on social environment and emphasizes empathy, compassion, and understanding. It’s known to effectively treat mental health conditions and socio-emotional talk