The protests taking place around the world are affecting many people’s mental health on some level, and the protests themselves often cause trauma to those who are participating as well. Dr. Jennifer Mullan, who is best known for the Decolonizing Therapy movement. puts a focus on how trauma from oppression and the history of colonizationRead More
Often times following traumatic events, we feel closed off from the world around us. We have a difficult time expressing ourselves to others and begin to feel “shut out.” Sometimes, we know that the emotion is inside of us somewhere, but we just cannot get it out! Expressive therapies having been incorporated into many people’sRead More
Equine therapy is a unique therapeutic approach, which involves the emotional connection between humans and animals. Equine therapy has been shown to help people with physical and neurological disabilities by using horseback riding as a form of physical therapy. The relationship between humans and horses; however, has also been known to have an emotionally healingRead More
Nearly everyone has a favorite song or band that they enjoy listening to on the radio or via streaming service. The power of music can alter our mood and can have transformative effects on us within just a few seconds. Happy songs can cheer us up, while sad songs can induce a cathartic release ofRead More
For most of us, the COVID-19 pandemic has made job insecurity the new norm. Gone are the days of “stable” fields like health care, education, and many others. A recent Gallup survey says that 25% of currently employed workers will be laid off sometime over the next year. If you suffered a job loss before,Read More
What’s the point in living if we’re all going to die anyway? Having thoughts like these is also known as existential dread — when a traumatic or life-altering experience makes you wonder why life is even worth living. Don’t wait for these thoughts to turn your life into a crisis. Do something about your traumaRead More
Art therapy can be used in your treatment plan to help you heal from issues related to the effects of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Many programs are beginning to recognize the transformative powers of artistic expression in mental health treatment. Professionals can even specialize as art therapists and continue education to treat clientsRead More
Addiction is far more complex than using a substance once and becoming addicted. There’s a whole science behind addiction. There’s a science behind addiction treatment, too. The more we know about how our brain works in regards to substances, the more we can do to effectively treat those who have addictions. It’s important to stayRead More
Imagine being in a crowded public place when suddenly your arms and legs stop working. You are paralyzed — frozen in place and unable to move — for no apparent reason. This is just one example of a conversion disorder, when a person experiences temporary physical symptoms like blindness or paralysis with no physical cause.Read More
Happiness is something that everyone wants to reach, of course. But, what if we told you that it isn’t the most important thing? Happiness is fleeting. It’s something that comes and goes. Joy and meaning, however, are long-lasting things that we should be striving for! The Secret We’ve shared our secret: happiness shouldn’t be yourRead More