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Overcoming Trauma, Flashbacks, and Anxiety with EMDR Therapy Military service can leave lasting emotional and psychological wounds. For many veterans, the impact of combat, deployments, and military experiences extends far beyond their time in service. Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), flashbacks, anxiety, and nightmares are common struggles that can deeply affect daily life, relationships, and overall…
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In today’s busy world, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed and disconnected. Stress, anxiety, and racing thoughts can leave you feeling emotionally drained. But what if you could find calm and clarity in just a few minutes a day? Mindfulness exercises are simple, yet powerful tools that help you stay present, reduce stress, and connect with…
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Answers to Your Questions About CBT Therapy If you’re considering Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), you may have questions about how it works, what to expect, and whether it’s the right fit for you. Below, we’ve answered some of the most common questions about CBT. 1. What is CBT, and how does it work? CBT is…
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Trauma can feel like an emotional weight that never fully lifts—keeping you stuck in cycles of fear, anxiety, and distress. Even years after a traumatic event, certain sights, sounds, or experiences can trigger overwhelming emotions, as if the trauma is happening all over again. If this sounds familiar, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy…
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) doesn’t just affect the person who experienced the trauma—it can also impact their relationships with loved ones. Whether you’re struggling with PTSD yourself or supporting a partner who has it, the effects of trauma can create challenges in communication, trust, emotional connection, and intimacy. At Counseling In Bloom, we understand how…
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is more than just bad memories—it’s a serious condition that can impact how you think, feel, and function in daily life. Whether caused by a single traumatic event or prolonged exposure to distress, PTSD can leave you feeling trapped in the past, struggling with fear, anxiety, or emotional numbness. At Counseling…
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Self-Compassion Many of us are our own worst critics. We replay our mistakes, dwell on what we “should” have done differently, and speak to ourselves in ways we would never speak to a friend. But what if we shifted that inner dialogue? What if, instead of harsh self-judgment, we practiced self-compassion? At Counseling In Bloom,…
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Find Your Calm Anxiety is something we all experience from time to time, but when it becomes overwhelming or persistent, it can start to interfere with daily life. Racing thoughts, a pounding heart, trouble sleeping—these symptoms can make it feel like anxiety is running the show. The good news? Anxiety is manageable, and small changes…
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Understanding Trauma and Its Impact One of the most effective therapies for trauma recovery is Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). Trauma isn’t just something that happens in the past—it lives in the present, shaping the way we think, feel, and interact with the world. Whether it stems from a single distressing event or a…