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Moving Through Tough Emotions: When to Regulate and When to Recognize

Moving Through Tough Emotions: When to Regulate and When to Recognize

We’ve all been there—caught in a wave of frustration, sadness, or anxiety, unsure whether to calm the storm or let it wash over us. For trauma survivors, emotional regulation can be a powerful tool, but there's a fine line between regulating and repressing. In this blog, we explore how to recognize when it’s time to soothe your nervous system and when it’s time to sit with your emotions, giving them the space they need to be heard. Whether through EMDR therapy, breathwork, or creative outlets, finding that balance is key to true healing.

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Facing the Unknown: Anxiety, Trauma, and EMDR Therapy Phoenix
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Facing the Unknown: Anxiety, Trauma, and EMDR Therapy Phoenix

Facing the unknown is tough but even more challenging when you have anxiety and trauma in your past. This blog covers why the unknown can be so scary for people with trauma, anxiety, and perfectionistic tendencies while also giving some practical coping skills that can be used. Read on to discover how EMDR therapy can help with anxiety, trauma, and perfectionism.

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EMDR Therapy Phoenix: Trauma Healing for Anxious High-Achievers
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EMDR Therapy Phoenix: Trauma Healing for Anxious High-Achievers

Dive into the world of EMDR therapy with insights from a Phoenix-based therapist. This blog explores the healing journey of anxious high-achievers dealing with trauma, emphasizing the ups and downs of recovery and how EMDR can help. Learn about finding the right support, navigating challenges, and embracing self-care on your path to wellness.

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Navigating the New Year's Resolutions Rollercoaster: A Trauma-Informed Approach with EMDR Therapy Phoenix
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Navigating the New Year's Resolutions Rollercoaster: A Trauma-Informed Approach with EMDR Therapy Phoenix

Step into the New Year with a blog that unravels the psychology behind resolutions, offering insights into the unique challenges faced by trauma survivors. As we bid farewell to 2023 in Phoenix, Arizona, join me, Kandace Ledergerber, a Licensed Professional Counselor and EMDR Therapist, on a quest to understand the intricate web of human psychology and the empowering potential of setting S.M.A.R.T. goals.

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Top 5 Truths About EMDR Therapy Phoenix
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Top 5 Truths About EMDR Therapy Phoenix

Overcoming trauma can be isolating and agonizing, leaving you yearning for a return to normalcy. But there's hope. EMDR therapy offers a compassionate approach, targeting the root causes of distress, not just managing symptoms. Guided by a skilled therapist, this journey acknowledges your pain and empowers you to face the past, embracing a future where trauma no longer defines you. With each small victory, healing accumulates, transforming negative beliefs into strength and self-love. You are not alone in this process, and as you change, life around you changes. Trust the transformative power of EMDR therapy in Phoenix, and take the first step towards liberation.

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Moving Out of Trauma - The Hardest Part of EMDR Therapy
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Moving Out of Trauma - The Hardest Part of EMDR Therapy

In this blog, I dive into what I hear from so many clients as the hardest parts of EMDR therapy and what keeps them feeling on the fence about the modality, before trying it. From the obstacles that prevent survivors from trying EMDR therapy to the importance of finding small ways to take back control in the healing journey, this blog delves deep into the realities of trauma recovery. This blog can also be found in podcast form at soulmission-emdrtherapy.com/podcast.

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Common Questions People Have About EMDR Therapy Phoenix

Common Questions People Have About EMDR Therapy Phoenix

Discovering the right path to healing can be a daunting task, especially when living in a place like Phoenix with its unique blend of attractions and challenges. If you're curious about EMDR therapy and its potential for addressing trauma and anxiety, this blog post is for you. Delve into the world of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and uncover its promise in helping individuals process traumatic experiences and reduce emotional distress. Learn what sets EMDR apart from traditional talk therapy, how to find a qualified EMDR therapist in Phoenix, and whether EMDR therapy is the right fit for everyone. Remember, there are multiple paths to healing, and finding the one that resonates with you is key to reclaiming a brighter, trauma-free future.

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Questions To Ask A Therapist for EMDR Therapy in Phoenix
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Questions To Ask A Therapist for EMDR Therapy in Phoenix

The blog post delves into the realm of EMDR therapy, explaining its effectiveness in treating anxiety, trauma, and psychological issues stemming from trauma. We also talk about questions to ask an EMDR therapist surrounding understanding the training and experience of an EMDR therapist, the integration of EMDR therapy with other therapeutic modalities, and the collaborative decision-making and goal-setting process in therapy. If you're wondering what questions to ask during a consultation call with an EMDR therapist in Phoenix, addressing concerns about the therapy process, appropriate sharing, and the nature of a consultation call, read on!

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Grounding Tools for Anxiety and PTSD-And How EMDR Therapy Phoenix Resourcing Can Help
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Grounding Tools for Anxiety and PTSD-And How EMDR Therapy Phoenix Resourcing Can Help

You wake up in a cold sweat from a dream you can't quite remember, but your body feels on edge, like your heart might beat out of your chest. You try to force your body and brain into a space where you can think and breathe again, but no matter what you try, that feeling of fear is still caught in your throat. This is where grounding techniques and EMDR Therapy Phoenix can help. If you’re tired of dealing with trauma responses and you’re ready to move forward with healing, read on.

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To the Partners of Sexual Abuse Survivors (3 Top Mistakes and How to Better Support your Partner) From EMDR Therapy Phoenix
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To the Partners of Sexual Abuse Survivors (3 Top Mistakes and How to Better Support your Partner) From EMDR Therapy Phoenix

Navigating trauma can be beyond challenging, even more so when you’re watching a loved one battling it. If you are looking for ways you can better support your partner through their trauma-healing journey, read this and see how EMDR Therapy Phoenix can help.

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