Improving Your Help-Now Skills: Understanding Trauma Resiliency and Its Benefits

If you work in the field of mental health or are interested in therapy, then you may have heard the term “help-now skills.” These are the skills that we use to help ourselves and others in times of distress when we need support the most. In this blog post, we will explore different aspects of … Read more

Acquired Neurodivergence: Understanding the New Mental Health Frontier

Living with a mental health condition is hard enough, but have you ever come across the term “acquired neurodivergence”? It’s a relatively new term that has been making waves in the mental health world. With people of different ages and backgrounds experiencing it, acquired neurodivergence is becoming a hot topic of discussion. In this blog … Read more

Using EMDR for Insomnia: An Effective Protocol for Sleep Restoration

Are you struggling with insomnia and looking for a solution that actually works? Look no further than EMDR therapy. EMDR, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, has gained popularity for its efficacy in treating trauma but did you know it can also be used to help restore healthy sleeping patterns? If you’re wondering “Why can’t … Read more

Professional Compassionate Witness: The Heart of the Legal System

As we navigate the intricacies of the legal system, we often encounter people who are meant to help us, but who seem robotic or dispassionate. Expert witnesses may have all the knowledge in the world, but what about empathy and human connection? That’s where professional compassionate witnesses come in. These individuals are trained to provide … Read more

Understanding PTSD Body Language: Signs and Symptoms

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a severe mental health condition brought about by exposure to a traumatic event or experience. PTSD can impact an individual’s physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. One way that PTSD can manifest itself is through body language. PTSD body language can provide clues about an individual’s emotional and psychological state, particularly … Read more

Jill Bolte Taylor: A Story of Hope and Brain Remapping

Jill Bolte Taylor is a name that’s often celebrated in the world of neuroscience and mental health. She’s an author, scientist, and speaker who’s best known for her book “My Stroke of Insight” and her TED talk titled “A Stroke of Insight.” Her story is an incredible testament to hope, perseverance, and the incredible power … Read more