Psychological trauma, particularly during childhood, can also activate the cell danger response, produce chronic inflammation, and increase the risk of many disorders.” I find it VERY interesting that psychological trauma can also be the source of the cell danger response mechanism. And it makes se...
Go seek out therapy and always look for the adoption competent therapist. Her second piece of advice was seek out training on trauma, on attachment. Colleen explained to us that people often think, oh, you know, if we adopt this infant at birth, they'll be fine because we will be ...
When choosing a therapist, ensure that they specialize in child and adolescent trauma. The relationship between the therapist and your teen is crucial. If your teen doesn't feel comfortable or connected to the therapist, they may not open up fully. Be patient, as finding the right fit m...
Trauma therapy, including EMDR, can be extremely difficult so safety and trust are a vital part of the therapeutic process. Call or Email me for a free 15 minute consultation now - (941) 239-6643 Kalli Portillo - Trauma Therapist - Inner Child Work Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern...
Trauma during pregnancy, birth, or shortly after exposure to toxins Anesthetics during pregnancy/birth medications Additionally, other possible causes for retained primitive reflexes are decreased tummy time in infancy, a lack ofcrawling, early walking, head injuries, or chronic ear infections. In the...
Here, it is vital for me to emphasize the need for you to seekreal caring and nurturing support. If you don’t have friends who are mature or capable enough to do this, please consider finding a trained and trauma-informed therapist or spiritual counselor. There are many affordable options...
Medical play is a great way to help a child prepare for an upcoming appointment or procedure; especially if there is a history of medical trauma, heightened emotions during medical-related appointments, and/or the caregiver anticipates that the child will experience emotional distress. ...
Therapists who treat childhood trauma are continually engaging with unthinkable events that negatively impact the hearts, bodies, minds and overall functioning of youth. A possible consequence of childhood trauma treatment is for the therapist to experience vicarious trauma. This brief paper outlines the...
And if a move is due to divorce, there is an added layer of trauma that can compound the stress involved. That can add up to a lot of sudden life changes happening at once, and it’s easy for kids to get overwhelmed. How To Talk To Your Kids About Moving If you are planning to...
Something tells me that Lexy won'twantto save Caroline now; not after what she helped Chucky do to her, Jake, and Devon. In fact, I have a feeling that Lexy will have nothing but contempt for Caroline the next time she sees her. ...