somatic experiencing

Using Somatic Experiencing to Cope with Anger

An angry person can catch us off-guard if the anger seems to come out of nowhere or if the reason for their anger appears trivial. However, it’s important to acknowledge that some people instinctively respond with anger when they feel trapped in a similar situation from their past– this can be a symptom of PTSD….

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anxiety in Los Angeles

How to Deal with Anxiety in Los Angeles

People flock in droves to make a brightly-lit skyline the landscape of their choice. The allure of better opportunities, an excess of outing options, and convenience make urban city life desirable–and rightfully so. While these things are a major plus, it isn’t always fun and games. Cities come with their own set of challenges: overpopulation,…

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Attachment Focused EMDR

Learn About Attachment-Focused EMDR

Since its inception, EMDR has been helping people conquer their symptoms of PTSD. While it has been widely utilized by therapists, with great success protocols to address developmental trauma have been a great addition to this already effective therapy. The original model has been adjusted to become applicable to a greater population of people dealing…

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Mindfulness Therapy

Treating Depression in Sherman Oaks With Mindfulness Therapy

Depression often leads to losing interest in activities, detaching from loved ones, isolating from society, feelings of low self-esteem, changes in appetite, and unexpected gain or loss of weight. It can often feel like there’s no joy left in life, as if the simplest of tasks are impossible to finish, that you’re worthless and a…

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yoga therapy

Yoga Therapy for Anxiety

Walk through an urban city’s popular neighborhood and it is more than likely saturated with yoga studios and wellness centers. For good reason. Yoga has been reported to provide a variety of benefits for people of all ages, especially for people living with anxiety and trauma. With trauma sensitive yoga therapy, an individualized approach, you…

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