We Can’t Control Our Thoughts — But We Can Choose Where to Focus Have you ever noticed how your mind keeps talking, even when you wish it would stop?You might be sitting quietly, and suddenly an old memory pops up, or a voice in your head starts whispering, “You should have done better…” or “What if this goes […]
Trauma shows up in different ways for different people, so choosing the right therapy approach matters. Some people need fast relief from a single painful memory. Others need deeper work to heal old wounds that still shape how they feel, react, and relate today. Here in Phoenix, there are several trauma therapies that can help […]
Since technology has advanced so rapidly, many of our lives have become more complicated. One result I have observed is that we are having difficulties maintaining family connections and traditions. As a result of our fast pace world and chaotic lives we sometimes forget the importance of passing on family traditions from generation to […]
I’m in my era of nerding out on craft writing books. The books feel like imaginary cheerleaders on the sidelines of my writing life. As I read Elissa Altman’s book, Permission: The New Memoirist and The Courage to Create, I was surprised by the parallels I saw to the psychotherapy life. I thought I was […]
Sexual assault can leave long-lasting effects on mind and body — from unpredictable anxiety and intrusive memories to a sense of deep unease that never fully goes away. Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) provides a different route to healing: one that reduces emotional and physical distress without requiring survivors to relive or retell the trauma. ART […]
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a structured, calming way to help the brain process difficult memories and emotional triggers without retelling the trauma in detail. During an ART session, you briefly bring a problem to mind while following gentle left-to-right eye movements. This helps the brain lower the intensity of the memory and update the […]
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) is a trauma-focused approach that uses guided eye movements and imagery techniques to help the brain reduce the emotional impact of painful memories. One thing people appreciate about ART is that you don’t have to retell the details of the trauma in order for it to work. The process is structured, […]
Many people exploring trauma therapy come across both Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) and EMDR. These two approaches share some similarities, but they offer very different experiences in session. ART uses structured eye movements, imagery techniques, and memory reconsolidation to help the brain reduce distress quickly. Many people appreciate that ART doesn’t require retelling the trauma […]
Strategies to Handle Small Talk, Crowded Events, and the Pressure of the Holiday Season for Socially Anxious Adults The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, celebration, and connection. However, for adults who experience social anxiety, the festive period can also bring a significant amount of stress and overwhelm. Crowded holiday […]
By: Rachel Cooper, MS, LPC-Associate Supervised by Amber Quaranta Leech, PHD, LPC-S Amority Health – Blog – Shifting Perceptions The holidays can feel overwhelming, even for those used to managing everything with precision. If you’re a high-achieving adult, it’s easy to get caught in the cycle of “I have to do it all” […]
