Finding Safety and Connection with Polyvagal Theory
A solid portion of my clients know that I tend to geek out when we discuss Polyvagal Theory and the autonomic nervous system (ANS). When...
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Courtney Bowles, LCMHCA
- Mar 10
- 2 min
What is a neurodiversity affirming therapist?
“When a flower doesn’t bloom, you fix the environment in which it grows, not the flower.” – Alexander Den Heijer Have you heard the...
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Emma Erickson, LCMHCA, LCASA
- Mar 5
- 3 min
Walk & Talk Therapy: Moving To Understanding
Walk and talk therapy is an emerging approach to traditional counseling that combines traditional psychotherapy with the benefits of...
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Courtney Bowles, LCMHCA
- Oct 31, 2022
- 2 min
Play Therapy: A Peek Behind the Curtain
You may remember my last blog post where I mentioned that play is an avenue for children to make sense of their world. While you may...
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Emily Kohls, LCMHCA, LCASA
- Oct 22, 2022
- 5 min
Self-Compassion: The Basis for Healthy Self-Conceptualization and the Building Block for Self-Esteem
There are times as a therapist when you say things to clients that ‘go against the grain’ and are likely to elicit a VERY confused look....
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Brooke Gibson, LCSW
- Aug 31, 2022
- 3 min
Gah! I Am Struggling! Help!
For many people, the thought of meeting a stranger and sharing the worst, most painful, and most challenging experiences of their lives...
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Kara Tolman, LCSW
- Oct 22, 2021
- 3 min
CBT vs Somatic Therapy: When to Use Each Approach
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, more commonly known as CBT, is an evidence-based (meaning it has been studied and tested), time sensitive...
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Tori Nieusma, LCSW
- Oct 15, 2021
- 3 min
How To Build a Strong Relationship
Relationships thrive off of good communication and connection. If we do not have the proper skills to navigate differences of perspective...
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Tori Nieusma, LCSW
- Aug 13, 2021
- 4 min
I Want You, I Need You, Oh Baby, Oh Baby: The Art of Attachment
Growing up we are reliant on our caregivers and look to them for connection and support. As adults we continue to look for this...
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Tori Nieusma, LCSW
- Jul 9, 2021
- 2 min
EMDR..... What Is It Good For? (It turns out, a lot of things....)
When we experience difficult life events, those moments can get locked in our brains. Sometimes all of the original thoughts, feelings,...
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