Could interventions that focus on emotions provide relief for clients who suffer from chronic back pain? That’s the idea behind Psychophysiologic System Relief Therapy (PSRT). And research is beginning to emerge that supports this approach as an effective, evidence-based treatment for chronic pain. But what exactly is it? PSRT, a term coined by Michael Donnino, […]
Coherence Therapy – What Is It?
There’s one approach to treating trauma that I’ve been hearing experts refer to more and more lately (in conversation, and also in a couple of recent workshops we’ve hosted). It’s Coherence Therapy. But what exactly is that? Well in short, it’s a framework designed to help clients overwrite conditioned emotional responses associated with traumatic memories. […]
Reporting In – Giving Back in 2025
Traditions. They play such an important role in our holiday celebrations (although, to be honest, there may be some traditions each of us would happily retire). But ever since I began NICABM, there’s one holiday tradition that always brings me a deep sense of joy. During this season, I take time to reflect on our charitable […]
Hope, Gratitude, and Long-Term Wellbeing
Let’s face it – there’s a lot going on in the world today that could leave us feeling hopeless. I’m talking about worldwide conflicts, personal and political violence, environmental concerns, and poverty and food insecurity – just to name a few. And then, there are our own personal concerns about health, finances, and relationships – […]
Two Telltale Signs of Gaslighting and Manipulation (and How to Address it Clinically)
By their very nature, gaslighting and manipulation can sometimes be difficult to detect. That’s because both cause clients to second-guess their perception of events . . . . . . or even to question whether someone is intending to cause them harm in the first place. So how can we help a client begin to […]