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EMDR as a Treatment for Autism
EMDR has mainly been popularized due to its success in PTSD patients. In this article, we investigate whether EMDR can be used as a treatment for autism.
The Skill of Savoring: A Polyvagal Tool for Ventral Vagal Regulation
Video demonstration from Deb Dana, LCSW
Clients stuck in cycles of anxiety, fear, and distress need simple, but effective inner guidance to find their way back to safety, connection, and hope. Deb Dana, LCSW, shares a 20-30 second exercise that clients can use to more deeply savor their positive experiences.
Treating Binge Eating Disorder, Complex Trauma, and Body Shame
Interview with renowned expert Amy Pershing, LMSW, ACSW
Binge eating disorder is the most underdiagnosed eating disorders, yet it occurs at very high rates in trauma survivors. In this candid interview, Amy Pershing, LMSW, ACSW, explores the intersection of eating disorders and trauma, as well as the implications for treatment.
Is EMDR Effective for Treating ADHD?
Is EMDR effective for treating ADHD? Read our article to find out what the latest studies have concluded about utilizing this psychotherapy for ADHD patients.
EMDR: List of Positive and Negative Cognitions
Through this guide, we highlight why cognitions are important for EMDR therapy, as well as a list of both negative and positive cognitions for patients.
EMDR Vs CBT: Which Treatment to Choose
EMDR or CBT: which is the better treatment? Our helpful article details the differences between the two, and which you should choose for your client.
15 Books to Heal from Trauma & Cultivate Resiliency
Top clinical resources to honor Trauma Awareness Month
In honor of Trauma Awareness Month, Сòòò½ÊÓƵ is proud to provide clients and clinicians with 15 titles to lead those who suffer from trauma toward healing.
Enhancing Self-Regulation Through Play Therapy
Free trauma-informed play therapy demonstration & worksheets
Many children with big behaviors need help learning how to regulate themselves more quickly or more effectively. Сòòò½ÊÓƵ author Paris Goodyear-Brown provides a simple sensory-soothing activity that can be particularly helpful for children who struggle to close their eyes and relax.
EMDR Therapy and Dissociative Disorders
EMDR has been popularized due its success with PTSD patients – yet, it also has proven successes treating patients with Dissociative Disorder.
What is Medical Trauma?
Definition & special considerations from a medical trauma expert
The impacts of medical trauma are as broad as they are misunderstood. Medical trauma expert Dr. Sacha McBain provides an overview of how a medical crisis can lead to a unique presentation of PTSD.