When clients begin to heal from the pain of trauma, safety is often their priority. But continually seeking safety can limit a client’s opportunities for growth and keep them stuck in survival mode. So in the video below, Thema Bryant, PhD shares how she helps clients invite more fun and freedom into their lives – […]
Working with Chronic Fear – with Peter Levine, PhD
Trauma can often leave clients with debilitating feelings of fear. And according to Peter Levine, PhD, it can be difficult to help clients break free of chronic fear without addressing its psychophysiology. So in the video below, Peter shares how he works with clients suffering from chronic fear and guides us through one simple exercise […]
2 Steps for Working with Resentment – with Lynn Lyons, LICSW
For many clients, letting go of resentment can be a struggle – especially when the pain of betrayal or trauma makes it feel well-earned. So how do we help when resentment is preventing clients from moving forward and developing healthy relationships? In the video below, Lynn Lyons LICSW will share 2 steps that can help […]
3 Questions to Help Clients Interrupt the Depression-Rumination Loop
Clients who ruminate often think of it as a helpful problem-solving tool – that if they dwell on a problem long enough, they’ll gain new insight into how to fix it. But as we know, rumination can keep clients stuck in cycles of depression and self-doubt. So, in the video below, Christine Padesky, PhD […]
[Infographic] 4 Questions to Help Clients Overcome Anxiety
When clients experience anxiety, their first response is often to avoid whatever (or whomever) might be causing it. But when clients become trapped in a cycle of avoidance, it can keep them from the very activities and people they value most. So how can we help clients see the cost of their avoidance strategies – […]