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Experiencing some form of anxiety is normal for anyone, especially during times of uncertainty with the worldwide onslaught of Covid19 and the stresses that come with it. However, people with anxiety disorders have a tendency to have a more heightened, more intense experience which often manifests into physical symptoms, making it difficult for them to…
Trauma can stem from all manner of events. It can result from life-threatening or violent occurrences, emotional abuse, or any stress-inducing incidents that tend to overwhelm an individual’s ability to cope. This inability to cope can manifest itself in several different ways both physically and emotionally which is why it is absolutely essential to seek…
Compulsive Behaviors such as gambling, pornography, sex, shopping, can hijack parts of the brain and manipulate the brain into believing that something harmful is necessary for functioning. It most strongly affects the limbic system and the reward system part of the brain. As a result, cravings, desire for reward, begin to happen and hazardous habits…
Often maladaptive and compulsive behaviors happen as a result of trying to control your mood or affect. It may work for a time but often you will find yourself unable to properly self regulate your emotions. Has your trauma left you unable to properly self-regulate your emotions? Do you feel like you’re out of control…
Have you been wondering about yoga therapy near me, but aren’t sure how it would work for you? Does the idea of doing yoga to help your body and mind sound a bit far-fetched? These are perfectly understandable, normal reactions. Many folks feel that yoga, as an activity, is fun. Thus, it doesn’t seem like…
Since you’ve been sexually abused, have you had trouble sleeping, or an inability to be anything other than hyper-vigilant? Have you been dealing with flashbacks or even had an overall sense of dread? These reactions are perfectly understandable. Here at the Trauma and Beyond Center we’ve helped people for many years through trauma-informed therapy. Now,…