Coming to therapy is the first step in a hopeful direction. People come to therapy for many different reasons, at least part of which is an attempt to change something. If pain is one side of a coin and hope is the other, then the flip of a coin is choosing therapy. Change can be a scary word that snaps us right out of our comfort zone. While it’s true that therapy is not always an easy endeavor, it is meant to provide relief and healing. Therapy at its best is a partnership, two minds in open communication pursuing a clear goal.
Resources
Here are some helpful links for more information on EMDR and related subjects:
EMDR Resources
-The EMDR Institute website has information and research about EMDR.
-The Mayo Clinic provides a detailed list of symptoms for Post Traumatic Stress Disorder.
-A step-by-step description of the 8 phases of EMDR treatment.
Resources for Parents and Kids
Effective Communication with Kids
-Author website of “How to Talk So Kids Will Listen and Listen so Kids Will Talk.”
-Parenting help with LGBT kids, identity development, boundaries and communication.
-A comprehensive approach to helping difficult kids decrease symptoms and feel connected.
-Signs, symptoms and caregiving tips for parents of kids with PTSD and other anxiety disorders.
