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EMDR as a Tool for Overcoming Trauma
“The goal of EMDR treatment is to rapidly metabolize the dysfunctional residue from the past and transform it into something useful.” – Francine Shapiro Eye
Heather Hayes
13 July 2023
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Understanding the Transformative Power of EMDR Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a modern, interactive psychotherapy modality that was specifically developed to alleviate psychological distress associated with traumatic memories. EMDR
Heather Hayes
7 July 2023
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The Impact of Dwarfism on Mental Well-being
Dwarfism is a medical condition that causes a person to have a significantly shorter stature than average, which is generally defined as an adult height
Heather Hayes
30 June 2023
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How Is TRE Effective in the Trauma Space?
“All humans have an innate capacity to heal from traumatic experiences. As a species we are genetically encoded with the capacity to heal ourselves.” –
Heather Hayes
16 June 2023
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Polyvagal Theory: Understanding the Mind-Body Connection
Dr. Stephen Porges, Ph.D formulated the groundbreaking polyvagal theory, which explains the relationship between the autonomic nervous system and social behavior and details how chronic
Heather Hayes
14 May 2023
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Youth at Risk II: LGBTQ+ Mental Health in the Spotlight
LGBTQ+ is an acronym that encompasses different forms of gender identity and sexual expression, including: lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer or questioning, intersex, asexual, and more.
Heather Hayes
26 March 2023
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What Is High-functioning Depression and How Do We Address Male Suicide in the US?
“I think the saddest people always try their hardest to make people happy because they know what it’s like to feel absolutely worthless, and they
Heather Hayes
4 March 2023
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What Is Treatment-interfering Behavior and How Can It Impact Treatment?
Treatment-interfering behaviors are actions or ways of being that negatively impact the therapeutic relationship. In counseling and psychotherapy, the relationship between client and therapist is
Heather Hayes
19 February 2023
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The 988 Mental Health Emergency Helpline: 6 Months In
In July 2022, a new mental health emergency number was launched to address rising rates of mental illness in the United States. The Center for
Heather Hayes
29 January 2023
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How can Unmet Needs in Childhood Affect Us as Adults?
“We are only as needy as our unmet needs” – John Bowlby. Childhood experiences and relationships shape who we become and determine how we act
Heather Hayes
15 January 2023
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Keeping Your Cool During The Holiday Season
Winter holidays can be a particularly challenging time for many people. The weather, money pressures, shop closures, and navigating family dynamics can all increase stress.
Heather Hayes
18 December 2022
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In Memory of Gina Ayres, 1964 – 2022
Gina Ayres was an inspiration to so many people, and we can all learn from her example. Whenever I was with her, I saw how
Heather Hayes
30 November 2022
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