If you’ve ever searched for trauma therapy, EMDR for PTSD, or healing complex trauma, you may have come across EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). As a therapist who specializes in PTSD and complex trauma, EMDR isn’t just a modality I use — it’s one I deeply believe in. I’ve witnessed its power firsthand, not only in reducing symptoms but also in helping people reconnect with themselves in ways they never thought possible. What Makes EMDR Therapy So Powerful

Prefrontal Cortex: Why Cognitive Coping Strategies Don’t Always Work As mental health professionals, we often talk about giving clients “cognitive coping skills” to help them manage stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. These might include reframing negative thoughts, challenging cognitive distortions, or using self-talk to interrupt unhelpful thinking patterns. And while these tools can be incredibly effective, there are moments when they do not work—not because the clie