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Why are my anxiety and depression symptoms worse after an EMDR session?
5 Tips from an EMDR Therapist in Westchester, NY to help manage dysregulation between EMDR Therapy reprocessing sessions I want to start...


3 Effective Ways Widen the Window of Tolerance from an EMDR Therapist in Westchester, NY
The what, why and how of the window of tolerance & 3 ways to practice widening your window of tolerance What is the window of tolerance?...


Netflix's STUTZ: A Review from a Trauma Therapist in Scarsdale, NY
Over the last few years, actor Jonah Hill was working on a movie that is currently streaming on Netflix about his therapist, Phil Stutz....


The Power of Neuroplasticity Through Improv Theater
We’ve all heard the expression “fake it till you make it”. We might be describing the process of going through the motions at work until...


Challenging 3 Myths about Grief from a Grief Therapist in Westchester, NY
Grief is something that we will all experience at least once in our lifetime (but most likely more than once). There are some myths about...


EMDR Therapy: Breaking Down the 8 Phases (Part 4 of 4)
Phases 7 & 8: Answering the "what", "why" and "how" of each phase of EMDR. Phase 7 of EMDR Therapy: Closure What is the purpose of this...


7 Tips from an Eating Disorder Therapist in Scarsdale, NY: Managing the Holidays
As joyous as the Holiday Season is, it can also be overwhelming. There are many things that need to be coordinated and sorted out, family...


How to Heal from Trauma & Loss from a Trauma Therapist in Scarsdale, NY
When I look at my own journey of healing and what inspired me to become a therapist, I think of the phrase “tis better to light a candle...


Can EMDR Therapy be done Virtually? Tips from a NY EMDR Therapist
Due to the Covid-19 pandemic, virtual therapy has become a huge part in how people access mental health care. From individual sessions to...


EMDR Therapy: Breaking Down the 8 Phases (Part 3 of 4)
Phases 5 & 6 Answering the “what”, “why” and “how” of each phase of EMDR. Phase 5 of EMDR Therapy: Installation What is the purpose of...


6 Tips to Stop Body Checking and Improve Body Image from an Eating Disorder Therapist in NY
In today's society, it is not uncommon for someone to struggle with their feelings towards how their body looks. We are constantly being...


6 Questions to Ask About Taking Your Child to a Therapist in Westchester, NY
As a parent/care-giver, you want what's best for your child. You want them to be happy and safe, and to thrive in life. Sometimes,...


EMDR Therapy: Breaking Down the 8 Phases (Part 2 of 4)
What are Phases 3 & 4 of EMDR Therapy? Phase 3 of EMDR Therapy is known as the assessment phase. This phase is intended to be rather...


How to Achieve Acceptance Through EMDR Therapy in Westchester, NY
“What do you mean I have to accept that this happened!? Why do I have to accept it and move on when they won’t even acknowledge the...


EMDR Therapy: Breaking down the 8 Phases
A four part series written by an EMDR Therapist in Westchester, NY that answers the "What", "Why", and "How" each phase of EMDR Therapy...


Are you resistant to talking about your parents in therapy and why: from a trauma therapist in NY
Talking about your parents in therapy: 5 Common reasons why you may be resistant to doing so Talking about your parents in therapy does...


3 Reasons to Engage Long Term Psychotherapy
Not everyone stays in psychotherapy forever. In fact, many people only need short-term treatment in order to address a specific issue or...


Understanding EMDR: What does it mean to “process” traumatic memories?
EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. It is a therapeutic modality that has been found to be highly effective in...


Addressing Dialectical Dilemmas Through Trauma Informed Therapy
DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy) posits that there are three types of dialectical dilemmas that are commonly found in the behavioral...


4 Things to expect when starting EMDR Therapy
This is to those who are having thoughts about starting EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy, just signed on with...
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