How to Open Up to a Therapist About Trauma
Originally published June, 2021 Addressing trauma can be difficult, even when you are finally ready to deal with it and move on with your life. It can be hard to know how to open up to a therapist about trauma. Opening up can feel vulnerable. That is particularly true if you’ve ever experienced gaslighting from […]
What It Means When Depression And Anxiety Team Up
This was originally posted in May 2019 by Judy Petrushka, LCSW, SEP, CDVP. Judy died of ovarian cancer in 2020. She was a fabulous trauma therapist with additional expertise in treating issues of domestic violence. In addition to being a kind and gentle person, Judy was an amazing baker who loved to bring fresh-baked treats […]
What is Somatic Experiencing Therapy
Have you experienced a traumatic event? Some people seem to easily overcome the impact of such an event, while others struggle to cope and are overwhelmed by the same situation. Their brain gets rewired to maladaptive physical and mental responses, and the body gets stuck in a constant stress response. Somatic Experiencing therapy addresses […]
Will PTSD Go Away Without Treatment?
Guest blog post by Martha (Marty) Dennen, LCPC, SEP “Will PTSD go away without treatment” is an often-asked question in my office. The short answer is that with treatment PTSD symptoms can go away or greatly lessen. Unfortunately, untreated PTSD often results in more suffering, decreased functioning, and increased depression and anxiety symptoms. So, how […]
Can Childhood Trauma Cause Anxiety? Yes, & Here’s Why
Childhood lays the foundation on which the remainder of your life builds. When childhood trauma occurs, you carry those emotional scars with you into your future. Our worldview forms during childhood based on our experiences, and when your early experiences are frightful, you may be left struggling with fear. So, if you’re wondering, “Can childhood […]