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. […]
A Simple Way to Help a Client Experiment with Mindfulness (Even When They’re Skeptical)
By now, you’re probably familiar with many of the benefits of mindfulness. Maybe you even practice it yourself. Nevertheless, getting a client to try it out can still prove tricky for many therapists. So in the video below, Zindel Segal, PhD shares a simple way for you to help a client begin to explore the […]
[Infographic] The Neuroscience of Naming Shadow Parts
As therapists, we know the power of naming something. You’ve probably heard this before . . . . . . you have to name it to tame it. Well, not only does that sound catchy, but there’s a wealth of research to back it up. So when it comes to working with the parts of […]
Recognizing the More Subtle Signs of the Freeze Response
It’s often easy to identify the obvious cues that your client is in freeze . . . . . . but what about times when the signs are so subtle, you might dismiss it (or even overlook it)? In the video below, Ruth Lanius, MD, PhD shares how recognizing a more subtle sign of freeze […]
The Intersectionality of Depression & Racialized Trauma – A Case Study
Race and trauma can often be intertwined, particularly for BIPOC clients. And these experiences can leave them feeling disempowered and hopeless. What’s more, for clients with a history of racial trauma, this sense of hopelessness can deepen into depression, especially in a society that often fails to recognize the impact of racism. So how might […]