Brainspotting vs. EMDR: What’s the Difference?

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Brainspotting and EMDR are two therapeutic procedures that help alleviate symptoms caused by depression, anxiety, or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Both are considered “power therapies” for assisting people in working through past traumas. They can also help individuals successfully unlock trapped creativity. These two powerful therapies can help individuals address common psychological issues that lead … Read more

Can Extreme Grief Cause Physical Pain?

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Extreme grief can be very painful both mentally and emotionally, but many people wonder if grief can cause physical pain. Extreme grief can have side effects on both the physical body and the brain. The physical experience of grief is different for everyone, so physical symptoms of extreme grief can vary from person to person.  … Read more

Effective Treatment Methods for Trauma

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Some of the most effective treatment methods for those battling with any kind of trauma are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure Therapy,  Narrative Exposure, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Brainspotting (BSP), and group therapy. Depending on the severity of your symptoms, medication may be a part of your treatment plans to help alleviate many … Read more