#  @theemdrcoach The EMDR Coach The EMDR Coach posts on YouTube about mental health, health, if you, shorts the most. 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(NYT)](/topic/$nyt) ### Top Social Posts Top posts by engagements in the last [--] hours "How Long Does EMDR Take How long does it take Is one of the most frequently asked questions when individuals inquire about EMDR Therapy. This video helps to address that question and give more information about the EMDR Process. EMDR EMDR Therapy EMDR Consultant EMDRIA Counseling Therapy Trauma Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Trauma Informed EMDR EMDR Therapy EMDR Consultant EMDRIA Counseling Therapy Trauma Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Trauma Informed" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2Pmcyc1WHq4) 2020-05-28T01:38Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "What is Looping in EMDR Therapy Looping is a common term used in EMDR Therapy to describe when the reprocessing is stuck. Here are ways to work through it for successful outcomes in EMDR Therapy. EMDR EMDR Therapy Trauma Therapy Looping EMDR Info EMDR Training EMDR Consultation EMDRIA Mental Health Mental Health Counseling Wellness PTSD Treatment CPTSD Treatment Therapy EMDR EMDR Therapy Trauma Therapy Looping EMDR Info EMDR Training EMDR Consultation EMDRIA Mental Health Mental Health Counseling Wellness PTSD Treatment CPTSD Treatment Therapy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3-7-CMdZZWY) 2020-07-01T17:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "How to Create an EMDR Therapy Treatment Plan "WHERE DO I START" is one of the most common questions an EMDR Therapist asks when theyre preparing a client for trauma work. This is also why Phase [--] of EMDR (History Taking) is SO important As therapists we sometimes tend to overcomplicate things but setting up your History Taking and Treatment Plan can be a lot easier than you think Just remember to think in terms of the AIP model (Adaptive Information Processing) and you can set up your treatment plan in six easy steps [--]. Identify what the client coming to counseling for Whats the present day" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=5iQn-zMdEkI) 2023-02-15T22:57Z [----] followers, 13.2K engagements "7 Common Types of Trauma Responses The [--] Common Types of Trauma Responses with a little help from one of my furry best friends JillyBean 🐶 ♥ Different experiences can trigger different responses sometimes more than one response for the same event theres no one size fits all. Ill go into that in greater detail in another post. Everyones nervous system is different and responds to experiences in different ways. Getting curious about your own responses can help you on your healing journey ♥" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7_GVQ_2LQ5k) 2023-02-22T20:53Z [----] followers, 16.1K engagements "Can EMDR help you if you don't remember anything traumatic happening to you 💬 Can EMDR help if you dont remember anything traumatic happening Short answer: Yes. Heres why 🧠 EMDR isnt just for people with vivid trauma memories. If youre struggling with anxiety depression or feeling stuckeven without a clear eventyoure not alone. Sometimes trauma isnt about what happened. 👉 Its about what didnt happen. The care you didnt get. The safety you never felt. The connection you longed for. An EMDR therapist trained in attachment-focused EMDR can help you uncover and heal those hidden woundswhether" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=8PR5oHmDQrA) 2025-08-07T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "How Trauma Affects the Brain (and how EMDR therapy helps)" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=C1toF_oI3us) 2021-05-23T16:32Z [----] followers, 55K engagements "How does EMDR work EMDR is my favorite therapy Ive seen it help so many people overcome PTSD and anxiety and achieve results they never thought possible Check out the EMDR page on our website to learn more https://www.peacefullivingmentalhealthcounseling.com/emdr #anxiety #mentalhealth #wellnesswednesday #PTSD #trauma #traumatherapy #emdr #emdrtherapy #flashbacks #cptsd #trigger #peacefullivingmhc #wellness" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=CRKf9y8_0ZI) 2018-09-27T01:43Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "How to pickup an incomplete EMDR target This video helps demonstrate the use of re-evaluation at the beginning of every session when you are in phase [--] of EMDR Therapy. emdr emdr therapy emdria emdr information mental health trauma therapy ptsd psychoeducation trauma therapist eye movement desensitization and reprocessing trauma informed care anxiety depression panic attacks help for trauma CPTSD emdr emdr therapy emdria emdr information mental health trauma therapy ptsd psychoeducation trauma therapist eye movement desensitization and reprocessing trauma informed care anxiety depression" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FgoxPJqtvfE) 2020-07-29T19:38Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Why it's important to practice your EMDR Therapy Resources You get out of it what you put into it. 🤗 And if its difficult to practice your skills dont judge yourself 🔎 Instead get curious Ask yourself whats good about NOT practicing Maybe theres a secondary gain in there somewhere that youre not aware of. Or maybe theres a protector part thats working overtime not realizing your adult self is now part of the system. 🤔 Curiosity will help you uncover any blocks that are keeping you stuck. And guess what 📖 My progress journal helps you to remember to practice your skills and track what" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=HF9h3g3RvAs) 2022-04-28T18:37Z [----] followers, 24.8K engagements "A reminder from an EMDR Therapist 💥 THERAPY REMINDER: Trauma is NOT cognitive and EMDR is not solely a cognitive therapy. EMDR is a mind-body approach to healing from stressful life experiences so being able to connect with the body is crucial in order to heal. As the saying goes you have to feel it to heal it so connecting with the body is so important for successful outcomes in EMDR Therapy. Not sure how to do that Check out my book The EMDR Therapy Progress Journal (link in bio) which is full of tips on how to understand your nervous system and break through patterns of dissociation that" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=NW-jC8ceVh0) 2023-02-21T21:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Tips for Using EMDR with Structural Dissociation Huge thank you to Patricia Bianca Torres for spending some time with me to chat about EMDR Structural Dissociation and important tips that all EMDR Therapists need to know. In this video about EMDR & Complex Trauma you will learn: An overview of Complex Trauma and Structural Dissociation What questions you should be asking in your History Taking How to identify dissociation in clients (hint: it may not present in the way you would expect) Helpful techniques such as ego state therapy to integrate EMDR with this population to promote" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=OScSV3jsz1c) 2020-12-04T21:27Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "How to Use the CIPOS Method in EMDR Therapy This video is about How to Use the CIPOS Method in EMDR Therapy. It's extremely helpful in the application of EMDR Therapy with complex trauma and structural dissociation. emdr therapy structural dissociation complex trauma complex ptsd counseling trauma therapy emdr dissociation trauma treatment ptsd anxiety mental health mental health counseling therapist trauma therapist eye movement desensitization and reprocessing new york counseling wellness trauma informed care LMHC emdr toolbox jim knipe ego state therapy evidenced based psychotherapy emdr" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Tksr7AVwC4E) 2020-06-13T23:10Z [----] followers, 10.7K engagements "Should EMDR be done at home by yourself How EMDR has been conducted has quickly expanded due to the coronavirus and rapid growth of telehealth. There are now many offerings for "at-home EMDR treatments"; however clients need to proceed with caution and be fully aware of the risks before engaging in these home-based programs. emdr virtual emdr at home emdr emdr consultation eye movement desensitization and reprocessing trauma trauma therapy psychotherapy mental health mental health counseling anxiety ptsd cptsd depression emdr virtual emdr at home emdr emdr consultation eye movement" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Vy6kQvOdtko) 2020-07-22T15:41Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Miley Cyruss Experience with EMDR Therapy In this video I share my professional commentary on Miley Cyrus recent interview with The New York Times and NYT Magazine where she opens up about her experience with EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). As a trauma therapist specializing in healing generational trauma I break down why Mileys wordsMy body remembers it in a much deeper way than my brain doesare so spot on. If youve ever felt like youre carrying emotional weight that isnt fully yours or if youve struggled with anxiety panic or repeating the same patterns in" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_60m5BRKlZ4) 2025-06-02T19:55Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "5 Questions to Ask an EMDR Therapist" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=_DFTdURn5Do) 2021-08-31T10:36Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "How to use Resource Developement & Installation in EMDR Therapy This video is about the application of Resource Developement & Installation in EMDR Therapy EMDR EMDR Therapy Resourcing EMDRIA Therapy Trauma Therapy Counseling EMDR Consultation PTSD Complex PTSD CPTSD Trauma Informed Counseling Westchester New York EMDR EMDR Therapy Resourcing EMDRIA Therapy Trauma Therapy Counseling EMDR Consultation PTSD Complex PTSD CPTSD Trauma Informed Counseling Westchester New York" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uqted8hu9FM) 2020-08-26T18:32Z [----] followers, 10.1K engagements "What is Proper Case Conceptualization If you rush case conceptualization you risk missing the whole map. Most new EMDR clinicians want to jump straight into processing but the truth is that the early sessions are where your outcomes are built. Slowing down is not a delay it is preparation. In EMDR proper case conceptualization helps you: Understand the clients history and how it connects to today Identify dissociation or parts work needs early Clarify present triggers past targets and future templates Build the resourcing foundation that keeps processing safe and effective When you anchor the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3UUTERhP8f4) 2025-12-03T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Unlocking the hidden trauma: The power of EMDR I didnt know I was triggereduntil EMDR helped me connect the dots. 🧠✨ Franks story is raw and real. He was stuck anxious and didnt know why. EMDR uncovered what talk therapy couldntand helped his body finally process the trauma it had been holding. Youre not broken. Your nervous system is just protecting you. With the right support healing is possible. 🎥 Watch the full conversation here: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=M_iDSUSxRSc #EMDR #TraumaHealing #MentalHealthShorts #HealingJourney #RealTalkHealing #NervousSystemHealing" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=6dkdIFcwj2Y) 2025-07-19T14:04Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "You're an EMDR Therapist but also a Mom Walking into the office at 8:30am after the mother of all sensory meltdowns and toddler tantrums galore 🫠 Being a therapist and a parent are two roles that mean everything to me. And theres so much overlap in between those roles. Because both require regulation and attunement. My job is to be a regulated and regulating presence for my clients aaaand for my children. And Im also a human being with a nervous system that gets stressed and taxed just like everyone elses. As therapists we dont get to just ignore our own nervous system because we understand" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9MWFstjB5r8) 2025-10-27T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "How do you know if EMDR is right for you ✨ How do you know if EMDR is right for you ✨ If talk therapy helped you understand the why behind your strugglesbut your body still hasnt gotten the messageEMDR can help bridge that gap. Its especially powerful for present-day symptoms like anxiety depression or feeling stuck when theyre connected to earlier life experiences (even if you dont fully remember them). 💛 You dont have to keep wondering if things could feel different. You deserve relief. You deserve healing. 👉 Explore if EMDR therapy is the right fit for you with a free consultation at" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Bi_-ZzU3M3Y) 2025-08-27T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "EMDR it looks like magic but it isnt magic. Theres a moment in every EMDR therapists career when you sit back and think Wow. This really works. For me I have that moment every single day. Even after years of doing this work it still feels wild to watch someones nervous system shift settle and reorganize in real time. It looks like magic but it isnt magic. Its the brain doing exactly what its wired to do when given the right conditions for healing. And honestly it never stops being cool. This conversation on Unapologetically Crunchy dives into the science the real-life moments and the parts of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DJHXK1PNc_E) 2026-01-13T17:06Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Your inner child doesnt just need a hug #shorts Your inner child doesnt just need a hug. They need you to be the adult they wish they had growing up. 💛 For some individuals that means being protective - setting boundaries saying no or finally standing up for yourself in ways you never could before. In EMDR this often shows up when we install protective figures: internal representations of safety strength or care that the nervous system never had access to. Were creating a frame of reference to connect to once we start reprocessing - and creating access to a resource that can help outside of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DtkqMUIlyvk) 2025-11-04T20:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "The #1 misconception people have about EMDR #shorts Myth: EMDR erases your memories. Truth: EMDR helps your brain reprocess them so they stop hijacking your nervous system. You still rememberwithout the same fight/flight surge. What EMDR does: engages bilateral stimulation (eye movements/taps/tones) lowers the emotional charge and keeps you present and in control (you dont have to share every detail). What it feels like: we resource first (grounding + stabilization) then do brief sets of BLS with check-insalways within your window of tolerance. Who it can help: PTSD anxiety grief phobias" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=E6JlD5SLvCw) 2025-09-29T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "EMDR Isn't Talk Therapy Talking isnt healing. Processing is. If youve ever felt like talk therapy only takes you so far youre not imagining it. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) isnt about retelling your trauma story over and over again. Its about helping your brain complete the trauma responseso you can finally feel safe grounded and in control again. Insight gives us awareness. But awareness alone doesnt heal trauma. Processing does. 🧠 💬 In this video Ill share: ✅ Why traditional talk therapy sometimes isnt enough ✅ How EMDR works to reprocess traumatic memories ✅ What" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FUPf5ITOrCw) 2025-07-14T16:05Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Why do survivors of trauma have difficulty with relationships 💥 Why survivors of trauma have difficulty with relationships 💥 Heres a little insight into whats going on in the 🧠 for a trauma survivors which is why they may have difficulty connecting with others Trauma informed therapies like #EMDR can help" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=FXM_MH5JL8U) 2023-02-26T14:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "If you chase symptoms you will miss the roots. Anxiety. Shutdown. Reactivity. Dissociation. Those arent the targets. Theyre signals. In EMDR the real work isnt just addressing whats showing up today its identifying what the nervous system is actually responding to. Most presenting problems are connected to: Earlier memories that taught the brain what to expect Negative beliefs formed during overwhelm Survival patterns that made sense then but are outdated now When you target only the symptom you can end up with: Long processing and minimal shift Feeling stuck despite doing everything right" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GrorwWxmLU8) 2025-12-18T20:11Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "What if your anxiety means EMDR worked 💡 What if your anxiety means EMDR worked That jolt of fear or tension in a dangerous or high-stress moment isnt proof youve gone backward. Its actually your nervous system doing its job. Before EMDR your system mightve shut down in those same moments freeze dissociate go numb. Now your brain and body are mobilizing to protect you. Thats not regression. Thats regulation. Its okay to feel anxious when things are unsafe. It means your system finally trusts you to fight or flee when you need to. ✨Healing isnt about never feeling anxious. Its about your body" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=I-5Zl04-aM8) 2025-11-19T17:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "When someone says But your childhood wasnt that bad If youve ever heard this pause right here.👇 Your nervous system doesnt care how bad it looked from the outside. It cares how alone unseen or unsafe you felt on the inside. This is why it feels like overreacting. This is why it feels confusing. This is why symptoms show up even when the facts dont look traumatic. 🌱 Your body remembers what your brain was never allowed to process. 🌱 You are not dramatic. You are not broken. 🌱 Youre responding exactly how your system learned to survive. You dont need permission to heal. You just need the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IKnVjzeL4_0) 2026-01-21T00:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Therapists this one gets missed all the time 👇 #shorts Therapists this one gets missed all the time 👇 Before you start reprocessing resourcing or even mapping targets you have to ask your client: What are your goals for EMDR therapy How will we know our work together is successful 🧠 Without a clear goal EMDR can lose direction and both therapist and client end up feeling uncertain about progress. When you co-create goals from the start your treatment plan becomes more focused realistic and client-centered. ✨ Dont skip it. Set the target before you start aiming. 🎯 Save this for your next" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IP3IxbXuVXM) 2025-11-06T20:45Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Unpopular Opinion from an EMDR Therapist 💥HOW TO FIND A GREAT EMDR THERAPIST When youre trying to find an EMDR therapist or any therapist for that matter this is so important: Find a therapist who can tolerate discomfort and not try to make you feel better as soon as you start getting activated. Being able to allow you to process whats been held back for so long is such an important part of the EMDR therapy process. Things that can easily impact a clients progress in therapy include: - worrying that the client will get mad at them (the therapist) so they avoid saying or addressing certain" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JSVi3KktXbc) 2025-11-14T17:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Newly Trained EMDR Therapist trying to do history taking. Id be lying if I said I dont still feel this way sometimes and Ive been doing EMDR therapy for over [--] years now. History taking in EMDR can feel awkward. Not because youre doing it wrong but because its different from how most of us were trained in grad school. EMDR asks you to think differently. And therapists We tend to overthink things a bit 😉 The truth is its often much simpler than it feels. Whenever I start to feel confused or stuck I go back to the basics. Clear structure. Clear notes. Clear treatment planning. If you want" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LBtm9ef0eyo) 2026-01-09T17:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "The Part of Therapy No One Sees POV: The part of therapy no one sees Its not just opening the door. Its reading the room before the client enters it. Its attuning to your own nervous system so you can help regulate theirs. Youre already tracking tone pacing subtle shifts. Youre already making space for grief for rupture for relief. And none of that gets charted. 💭 But it matters. A lot. This isnt the part they teach in training but its what makes you safe. 🖤 Save this for the days when it feels like no one sees the work you do before the work begins. Want to learn more about EMDR Like this" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LmDwTBmZTok) 2025-12-29T21:02Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Coming Home to Myself: A Real Conversation About EMDR Therapy Hi Im Danaan EMDR therapist who had the absolute honor of walking alongside Frank in his healing journey. In this raw heartfelt conversation Frank shares what it was really like to go from panic attacks and emotional stuckness to finding clarity calm and transformation through EMDR therapy. This isnt a flashy before-and-after story. Its a layered real-talk reflection on what happens when the nervous system finally gets to do the work its been waiting for. We talk about: ✨ What it feels like to realize youre stuck in therapy ✨ What" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=M_iDSUSxRSc) 2025-07-11T16:51Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Group [--] Youre in the group of people who actually get that healing happens in the body not just the mind. Group [--] = The ones who get that talking can only take them so far. Group [--] = the ones who are healing their nervous system healing for generations before them and changing the future for generations after them. If you use eye movements tappers buzzers or any form of bilateral stimulation you know first hand what a game changer EMDR therapy can be. Are you in Group [--] yet #emdrtherapy #group7 #nervoussystemreset #traumainformedtherapy EMDR Therapy Group [--] The EMDR Coach EMDR Therapy Group 7" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RmTR_YEADOU) 2025-10-25T14:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Anxiety Hacks that actually works Ever notice how anxiety makes you forget to breathe or makes every inhale feel shallow and tight Thats your sympathetic nervous system (your fight-or-flight response) working overtime. Heres a simple nervous system reset: 🫁 Make your exhale longer than your inhale. Your inhale activates the stress response (sympathetic). Your exhale activates calm (parasympathetic). A longer exhale tells your body: Youre safe. ✨ Tools like CalmiGo take that concept even further combining guided breathing scent and gentle vibration to help your body return to baseline faster." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=T79lbMLebGA) 2025-11-02T15:01Z [----] followers, [--] engagements "You might be emotionally intelligent but not emotionally mature. You might be emotionally intelligent but still not emotionally mature. Read that again. 👀 Emotional intelligence is knowing the words. Emotional maturity is what you do when youre triggered. Can you stay regulated Can you take accountability Can you pause instead of react Thats the work. If youve ever thought I know better why do I still shut down or lash out This is not a mindset issue. Its your nervous system doing what it learned to do. Lets stop confusing emotional language with emotional regulation. Youre not broken youre" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Tk0g2K4I_Kw) 2026-01-09T16:54Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Put a finger down childhood Trauma edition If you put down [--] or more fingers theres a possibility your symptoms may be trauma related The adverse childhood experiences study showed that individuals who score a [--] or higher are at an increased risk of health problems later on in life. Trauma informed therapies such as #emdr can help to work through earlier life experiences that are affecting your life now. Check out EMDRIA.org to find an EMDR therapist near you" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Y2YeGQpMChQ) 2023-02-26T13:55Z [----] followers, 17.3K engagements "What is the right time for EMDR Therapy Thinking about starting EMDR therapy but not sure if now is the right time There is such a thing as good timing with EMDR. Your brain and nervous system need space to process decompress and recalibrate between sessions. During the early stages of EMDR it is completely normal to experience: disturbed sleep feeling a bit on edge difficulty concentrating mental or emotional fatigue These shifts are temporary and they usually improve as your system adjusts. But if you are entering a high pressure season of life working late nights or needing peak cognitive" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YWL2-QBEy0M) 2025-12-05T05:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Anxiety Hack That Actually Works Ever notice how anxiety makes you forget to breathe or makes every inhale feel shallow and tight Thats your sympathetic nervous system (your fight-or-flight response) working overtime. Heres a simple nervous system reset: 🫁 Make your exhale longer than your inhale. Your inhale activates the stress response (sympathetic). Your exhale activates calm (parasympathetic). A longer exhale tells your body: Youre safe. ✨ Tools like CalmiGo take that concept even further combining guided breathing scent and gentle vibration to help your body return to baseline faster." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bBuYjkqEiWU) 2025-10-26T14:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Unpopular opinion: Being neutral as a therapist is bullishT 💥 Unpopular opinion: Being neutral as a therapist is bullishT If you want someone who just stares at you with a poker face you can talk to a wall for free. Bc I legit cannot. Especially when it comes to my work as an EMDR therapist. I cant expect my clients to show up as their true authentic selves if Im not capable of doing the same thing. Authenticity isnt a distraction - its the medicine. Your nervous system learns safety and connection from another human being not from a robot who sits there and says mhmm Healing doesnt happen" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cQiZ5Sgqngc) 2025-10-18T15:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Fear isnt the enemy. Fighting it is. #shorts Fear isnt the enemy. Fighting it is. Most people hear the only thing to fear is fear itself and think its inspirational. As trauma therapists we hear: so youre describing panic disorder. Fear is actually a protective system. But when we resist it suppress it or try to outrun it it spikes. Thats when it stops working with us and starts working against us. Heres the reframe I teach clients and consultees all the time: When fear shows up use discernment not judgment. Instead of why am I like this try: Is this fear helping me or hurting me" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cb0X4pn_kVE) 2025-11-19T19:24Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Healing starts with one new thought #shorts Ever notice how your thoughts can spiral you into feeling worse 🧠 Dr. Daniel Amen explains it perfectly: write the thought down and ask Is this true As therapists (and humans) we see how powerful it is to challenge distorted thinking. When you pause to notice question and reframe youre literally rewiring your brain. This is what we do in EMDR therapy and trauma work all the time taking those automatic shame-filled fear-based thoughts and bringing them into awareness so they lose their power. You dont have to believe every thought your brain serves" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dcTvFvMeHtY) 2025-10-31T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Heres the moment I knew someone was healing. Heres the moment I knew someone was healing. They did not say they felt better. They said I noticed I needed a break and I actually took it. Thats not avoidance. Thats a nervous system recognizing its limits and responding in real time. Healing often shows up as those noticings. Less acting on autopilot. More permission to pause. It is not about feeling calm all the time. It is about noticing your own patterns and choosing differently. Want more post like this Please like my video and subscribe to my channel. If you want to learn more about EMDR" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=htHq_OnXbDs) 2025-12-26T17:15Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Authenticity Is Already Inside You #shorts Authenticity is not something you hunt for. It is something you notice when you drift away from it. Gabor reminds us that the moment you catch yourself not saying the yes or no your body already knows you are meeting your authentic self. Therapists see this every day in the room. The notice is the work. When clients struggle to assert their truth we often explore the belief underneath. What do they fear will happen if they are fully seen What story are they carrying about what authenticity costs And as Gabor says the noticing itself is the part of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iaXHBHpDNC8) 2025-11-21T17:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Proper case conceptualization in EMDR Therapy #shorts Proper case conceptualization in EMDR therapy isnt a nice-to-have. Its essential if you want your clients to get the best results possible. If youve ever felt all over the place when organizing client information (🙋♀ same) you know how hard it is to keep the full clinical picture clear. Thats exactly why I created my EMDR Case Conceptualization Form one place to map everything you need for treatment planning. It helps you track 👇 ✔ Client goals + current symptoms ✔ Factors that may affect reprocessing ✔ Themes patterns and present-day" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=imGspkklyvo) 2025-10-29T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "EMDR: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/emdr-what-is-it #emdr #mentalhealth #wellness #counseling #scarsdale" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=lNPzj19zMHA) 2018-12-29T13:05Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "The pain of growing up being compared What @khloekardashian shared on @jayshettys podcast is something so many people quietly carry: the pain of growing up being compared not for what you did but for who you were. 👉 When a child constantly hears subtle messages like youre not like them youre the different one or youre not enough the brain doesnt just hear words it encodes shame. And shame unlike guilt becomes a deep belief about who you are. Khlos reflection that she now goes out of her way to make sure no child feels excluded is a beautiful example of reparenting in action. When we heal we" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ln0_Ing3vZg) 2025-10-24T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "You cant expect a child to calm emotions theyve been taught to hide. When a child is told to stop crying calm down or be tough theyre not learning emotional control theyre learning emotional suppression. They start believing that sadness anger and fear are wrong. So they bottle it up. They shove it down. And those emotions They dont disappear they resurface later as anxiety irritability perfectionism or complete shutdown. ✨ Healing begins when you stop shaming your feelings and start listening to them. Because the goal isnt to get over it. Its to finally feel what your younger self never" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oiDW7jqAXJA) 2025-10-20T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Mock Rescue Drill In Open Sea-4767C1" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rVstU6GwVWQ) 2025-11-16T08:30Z 144K followers, 2.3M engagements "Newbie EMDR therapist before session #shorts 🚨Heres a tip: Dont stress it so much I know EMDR can feel so overwhelming when you first get trained - but the truth is - it doesnt have to be so structured and perfect Its way more important to make sure you understand the concepts and theory behind WHY EMDR works. Once you do then youre able to weave using EMDR seamlessly into your sessions without even really thinking about it. Does it take time Yes. Does it take practice Yes. This is why consultation and professional development is such an important part of learning the EMDR learning process." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rmwA_5wqNvU) 2025-11-07T20:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "How to Start or Grow Your Own Private Therapy Practice #emdr #emdrtherapy #businesscoach As an experienced mental health counselor EMDR certified therapist approved consultant and author I specialize in helping mental health therapists develop effective marketing strategies to establish and grow their private practices. With a successful track record in building Peaceful Living Mental Health Counseling I offer valuable insights and guidance for therapists seeking to attract clients and expand their businesses. Whether you're a beginner or looking to scale your practice my consultation" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=s7y4prKTZ9g) 2023-09-29T00:03Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "If You Shut Down Instead of Speak Up read this. If you shut down instead of speak up theres a reason for that. Your nervous system learned that staying quiet was safer than taking up space. Silence wasnt a flaw. It was protection. Shutting down often comes from: childhood environments where needs werent welcomed being punished or ignored for expressing emotion chaotic or unpredictable dynamics surviving by staying small agreeable or invisible So the adult part of you says I should speak up. But the younger protective part says We dont do that. Its not safe. Both make sense. Healing isnt about" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uhHQjfXkWK8) 2025-12-16T23:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Should EMDR be done by yourself" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=wdZUWjwibaM) 2023-02-15T23:05Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "The Value of Challenges Healing isnt always calm. Sometimes its chaos before clarity. 🌪💡 Franks EMDR journey wasnt smoothbut it was real. Panic attacks. Stuckness. The EMDR hangover. But those intense moments They were signs his nervous system was finally healing. You dont have to be fearless. Just supported. ❤🔥 Watch the full conversation here: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=M_iDSUSxRSc You are not alone in the hard. #EMDRtherapy #HealingJourney #TraumaHealing #MentalHealthSupport #RealTalkHealing" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=-JBv5mrSHZ4) 2025-07-16T16:05Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "What Pride Really Means: Franks Coming Out Story & EMDR Insights with Dana 🏳🌈 In honor of Pride Month we sit down for an intimate and powerful conversation with Frank a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community and Dana a trauma-informed EMDR therapist. In this special long-form interview Frank shares his heartfelt coming out story what Pride means to him today and the challenges and growth hes experienced along the way. Dana provides compassionate insights into how EMDR therapy supports LGBTQ+ individuals through the complex journey of identity self-acceptance and healing from trauma. 🔔 Dont" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=1vFvIWYdYRU) 2025-06-26T23:01Z [----] followers, [--] engagements "The Truth About Therapy 🎥 The Truth About Therapy 💡 Therapy isnt just venting. Real healing happens when we stop avoiding our feelings and ask: Why does this affect me so deeply In my chat with Mary Belle on the Life Actually Podcast we got real about how growth comes from being willing to get uncomfortable. 💙 Its not easybut when you do the work therapy can change everything: your healing your relationships your life. 🌱 📘 Want the blog I created for this full interview Click Here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=2qXP9X_zRRk) 2025-09-20T16:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Why You Shouldn't Make Decisions WhenYour Upset Your brain needs time to process before making decisions. In this video I explain why reacting is instant but responding is intentionaland how giving yourself a pause can lead to better choices. 🛠 My Recommended Therapy Tools: CalmiGo Sensate TouchPoints and moreplus exclusive discount codes. 👉 Click here to see the full list: https://www.danacarretta.com/therapytools #mentalhealthtips #emdrtherapy #traumainformed #nervoussystemregulation #mindfulness #emotionalintelligence #selfgrowth #traumahealing #emdrtherapist #growthmindset" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=39RnJXXDRZY) 2025-08-20T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "The EMDR Therapy Progress Journal #shorts 📖 This isnt just a journalits the roadmap that finally makes EMDR therapy make sense. If youve ever felt like EMDR is powerful but also a little confusingyoure not alone. Many clients start EMDR full of hope but then run into questions like: ❌ Am I doing this right ❌ Why does it feel harder before it feels better ❌ How do I know if Im actually making progress 👉 Thats exactly why I created The EMDR Therapy Progress Journal. Inside youll find: ✨ Clear simple explanations of EMDR (without the jargon) ✨ Prompts and worksheets to keep you grounded in the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3GlUIN8-0Rk) 2025-09-08T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "How do I change my negative self-talk So many people ask me: How do I change my negative self-talk The truth is it starts with your nervous system not just your thoughts. 🧠💙 Our state drives our story. When your limbic system (the emotional part of your brain including the amygdala and hippocampus) is in overdrive your thoughts will reflect that stress. Its not that youre failing at positive thinking or dont have enough willpower its that your brain is stuck in survival mode. ✨ Heres the good news: when we practice regulation things like deep breathing grounding or slowing down with a long" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ak2ZU1BNH34) 2025-10-16T04:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Couples Therapy: A Safe Space and Lifeline for Parents ✨ Conflict in any relationship is normal and healthybecause its communication trying to happen. When I sat down with Mary Belle on the Life Actually Podcast we got real about marriage and motherhoodthe messy exhausting and beautiful parts of holding it all together while raising kids. For me couples therapy has been a game-changer. Its not about fixing something brokenits about creating a safe space to communicate break old patterns and practice new ways of connecting. 💬 Because conflict doesnt mean failure. It means something inside the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=BMTg97LswTY) 2025-09-17T16:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Is EMDR right for you #EMDR #Counseling #Therapy #NYTherapy #Westchester #Anxiety #Depression #Hope #Healing #Scarsdale" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GmzYv1nCaXY) 2018-08-29T00:43Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "#shorts Truth Healing is sacred work. But lets be realits rarely clean cute or quick. If youre doing the inner work and still feel like a mess Youre not broken. Youre not doing it wrong. Youre just in it. Healing isnt linearits a spiral. It loops it dips it crawls. But every stepeven the messy onesare still progress. Your nervous system is learning what safety feels like again. And thats huge. So no its not easy. But it is worth it. And you are never ever alone. 💛 Save this for the days you forget that messy healing is still healing. 📝 Want support on your healing journey Click here to" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ip7f-wTk1NI) 2025-07-25T16:01Z [----] followers, [--] engagements "✨ What if failure was your best teacher ✨ ✨ What if failure was your best teacher ✨ So often we hold back because were afraid of getting it wrong. But heres the truthfailure isnt the enemy. Its a lesson wrapped in discomfort waiting to grow you. Every time we stumble we gain clarity: ✅ What didnt work ✅ How to adjust ✅ How resilient we actually are So the next time fear shows up ask yourself: What could I learn here if I let myself try 🌱 You might just surprise yourself. If reframing challenges feels hard right now The EMDR Therapy Progress Journal can help you track patterns process" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LJ2R2qJKbl8) 2025-08-13T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Creating Balance as a mom #shorts Motherhood has taught me one thing loud and clear: you can have the perfect routine on paper but if you dont learn to adapt it all falls apart. Kids dont care about your schedule and sometimes you just have to roll with the chaos. 💛 For me movement is non-negotiable if I dont get my workout in early my mental health takes the hit. Beyond that Ive been very intentional about building my practice in a way that lets me be both present for my clients and deeply present as a mom. Growing up I missed my mom while she was working and I didnt want my kids to have" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PN8HDyaYoP8) 2025-10-01T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "6 Reasons To Try EMDR #emdr #emdrtherapy #ptsd #anxiety #counseling #hope #healing #scarsdale #westchester #peacefullivingmhc" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PRUJbBhjejg) 2018-08-31T17:13Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Therapists Do Your Own Work 📍 Therapists quick reminder from the passenger seat on my way to therapy: Your unprocessed stuff doesnt disappear just because you have good boundaries. It shows up in subtle ways in your tone your energy your countertransference and your clients feel it. You dont have to work on everything. But you do have to know whats in your cup so your clients dont end up drinking from it. ☕ Doing your own work isnt a luxury its part of ethical trauma-informed care. Your healing protects your clients healing. 💛 ✨ Curious whats one thing you do to stay self-aware as a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ph1FR8x9Z5Q) 2025-10-13T16:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Mom Guilt Motherhood taught me this: 💛 You can have the perfect routine on paperbut if you cant adapt it all falls apart. Kids dont care about schedules. Sometimes you just have to roll with the chaos. For me movement is non-negotiable 🏋♀it keeps my mental health strong. And building a flexible practice means I can be fully present as a mom and as a therapist. 🎙 From Thoughts from the Couch Podcast Ep. 93: Balancing Acts: Behind the Scenes of Self-Employed Moms ✨ Full conversation + blog here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QHvaFh17OHw) 2025-10-05T14:01Z [----] followers, [--] engagements "Hustling & Healing Others w/ Dana Carretta-Stein Life Actually with Marybelle Podcast Part II In this powerful conversation Marybelle sits down with therapist Dana Carretta-Stein (founder of Peaceful Living Mental Health Counseling and The EMDR Coach) to unpack the truth about trauma healing and the science behind EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Dana explains how EMDR works why its so effective for PTSD anxiety depression and even performance and why therapy isnt just about whats wrong with you but about what happened to you. Together they discuss: ✨ What EMDR" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=SHVRjSG9nho) 2025-08-30T14:00Z [----] followers, [--] engagements "Accountability vs. Empathy: Why the Difference Matters in Healing So often we confuse empathy with accountability. ✨ Empathy is being able to step into someone elses shoes to understand or feel what its like for them. ✨ Accountability is owning whats actually yours. ✨ Codependency often happens when empathy goes too far when you start owning what isnt yours out of guilt fear or over-responsibility. Heres the nuance: You can hold space for how someone feels without taking on their feelings as your fault. 💙 ➡ You can say: I can understand how that must feel for you without blaming yourself or" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TBUPskULfIM) 2025-10-13T04:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Generational Trauma Starts here. and how we stop it "A parents PTSD can impact their babys brain development. 👶🧠" When a caregiver is stuck in fight-or-flight their body releases cortisol and babies feel it too. That stress hormone crosses the placenta and can shape how a childs nervous system and stress response developthis is how generational trauma is passed down. This is why protocols like Early Trauma Protocol in EMDR are so powerful. Healing your nervous system doesnt just change youit changes the next generation too. 💛 💬 Want to learn more about EMDR and trauma healing Click the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TUpu7J81Il8) 2025-07-30T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "What is EMDR Therapy What is EMDR therapy Its not about erasing memories. Its about helping your brain stop reliving them. 🧠 EMDR is a trauma-informed evidence-based way to process the pastso you can finally feel safe in the present. ✨ No fluff. Just healing. #EMDRtherapy #TraumaInformed #MentalHealthSupport #HealingJourney #TheEMDRCoach #AnxietyRelief #TherapyExplained #YouTubeShorts #TraumaRecovery" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=UbFWsyMU-7M) 2025-07-07T16:06Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Life is hardyou choose your hard. 🎥 Life is hardyou choose your hard. Thats something I truly believe. Because trying to avoid stress It also means missing the chance to build resilience. 🌱 And relationships Theyre no exception. Living day-to-day with the people we love most will bring challenges. Thats not failureits growth. 💬 In my chat with Mary Belle on the Life Actually Podcast we laughed and got real about marriage motherhood and the messy truth of keeping our sanity when life feels like well life. ✨ Read the full blog here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=WfgdNU1rfRM) 2025-09-16T16:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Breaking Emotional Barriers -- Embrace Don't Avoid. #shorts 📍 Avoidance breeds anxiety and depression. But teaching kids they can have a feelingand it wont kill themis life-changing. We cant control everything our children will face in the world. But what we can do is show up for themand model how to experience emotions without fear. 💭 When kids learn that sadness anger or frustration wont destroy them they build resilience. 💛 When theyre taught that feelings are safeeven the hard onesthey grow up with confidence instead of shame. ⚡ And when we as parents stop rescuing them from every" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ZIIs1WbaRmE) 2025-09-12T16:02Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Healing happens even when it feels invisible Your healing isnt always loud. Sometimes its a whisperbut that whisper is everything. In EMDR we celebrate the subtle shifts that tell us your brain and nervous system are rewiring even when the path feels slow or uncertain. A steady breath. A thought you let pass without spiraling. A memory that no longer jolts you with fear. These moments are the building blocks of transformation. And they matter more than you think. 🛠 Want a tool to help you notice and track these wins Check-out "The EMDR Therapy Progress Journal" I use with my clients here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aFaJIVFFmrw) 2025-08-18T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Trauma Informed Care You ever go to therapy for one thing and all of a sudden find yourself working on something else Its not wizard magic its trauma informed care Thats pretty much how the Floatback (part of phase [--] of EMDR Therapy) works. For example: You come into therapy for anxiety. Your EMDR therapist asks you of a recent time this anxiety has been an issue for you. You then breakdown this recent event: what thoughts did you have What emotions What sensations Then FLOATBACK to another time in your life when you had the same thoughts feelings and sensations (without going into all the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dZbt0YNAsz0) 2023-02-22T20:42Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Motherhood Entrepreneurship and Mental Health: What I Shared on Thoughts From the Couch Podcast Im Dana Caretta Stein trauma-informed therapist (EMDR) group practice owner (Peaceful Living Mental Health Counseling) and mom of two. In this panel convo four powerhouse women share the real behind running businesses while raising kidsroutines (or lack of them) schedules stressors self-care marriage dating mom guilt and the village that makes it possible. This conversation originally aired on Thoughts from the Couch (hosted by psychotherapist & anxiety specialist Justine Carino) Episode [--]. Shared" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hPhJaBg4KUo) 2025-09-23T16:53Z [----] followers, [--] engagements "Something I wished therapists would remember Therapistsbefore you teach the tools validate the symptom. 🧠 That anxiety That freeze response It wasnt dysfunctionit was survival. Normalize it. Name it. Thats how healing begins. 🧡 👉 Looking for EMDR tools to support your clients Click the link to explore: https://www.danacarretta.com/shop #TraumaInformed #EMDRTherapy #TherapistTips #MentalHealthShorts #HealingJourney #TheEMDRCoach" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iCwZeiS8jZg) 2025-07-23T16:04Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Do you have unhealed childhood trauma Therapy HELPS Do you have unhealed childhood trauma Therapy HELPS Reaching out can be difficult but seeing a trauma informed therapist can help you get to the root of the issue and help you heal for good Check EMDRIA.org to find an EMDR therapist near you" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=kONH3SHpmhg) 2023-02-22T20:08Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Triggered It doesn't mean your broken Triggered It doesnt mean youre broken. It means your nervous system learned to protect youprobably a long time ago. EMDR helps you unlearn the survival patterns and reprocess the root cause. So you can respond with calm instead of reacting from pain. 🛠 Want support with your unlearning process Click the link below 👇 to learn more about "The EMDR Progress Journal" - the tools I use with clients and in my own healing work. https://www.danacarretta.com/progressjournal #EMDR #TraumaHealing #MentalHealth #Triggers #CPTSD #TherapistTips #EMDRTherapy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mxW-XQkyzGs) 2025-07-28T16:02Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Safety Nurture & Protection Need ✨ Sometimes healing means realizing the care or love we needed wasnt there not because we were unworthy but because others couldnt give what they didnt have. Its not about blame. Its about understanding. 💭 🌱 True healing is holding both: compassion for their limits and space for your own grief anger or sadness. Thats where freedom begins. 📖 Want a gentle guide for your healing journey The EMDR Therapy Progress Journal helps you notice patterns celebrate growth and hold space for all your emotions. ✨ Tap Link to learn more:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=p-_ziVKQ3qU) 2025-09-02T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Prepare to Be Uncomfortable: The Truth About Therapy 💡 Therapy isnt just venting. Real healing starts when we stop avoiding our feelings and ask: Why does this hit me so deeply Whats underneath my reaction In my chat with Mary Belle on the Life Actually Podcast we dug into why true growth means being willing to face the uncomfortable parts of ourselves. 💙 Its not easybut when you do the work therapy can transform how you see yourself your relationships and your healing journey. 🌱 📘 Want the blog I created for this full interview Click Here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ryGHtIvMcX0) 2025-09-18T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements ""Life Is Too ShortNo Regrets What Pride Really Means with Dana & Frank" #shorts 🎥 Life Is Too Short No Regrets What Pride Really Means In this heartfelt conversation Dana (an EMDR therapist) and Frank (a gay man) open up about what Pride truly meansbeyond the parades and rainbow flags. They share honest reflections on identity healing and the emotional cost of hiding your truth for too long. Whether you're a therapist part of the LGBTQ+ community or someone still figuring out how to live more authentically this moment is for you. ✨ Your story matters. ✨ Your healing matters. ✨ Your joy" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=sOUA0ltwsUc) 2025-07-02T13:02Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Life Actually With Mary Belle Podcast Part [--] featuring Dana Carretta Stein The EMDR Coach Marriage Motherhood & Maintaining Sanity Life Actually With Mary Belle Podcast Part [--] featuring Dana Carretta-Stein How do you balance marriage motherhood and building businesseswithout losing your mind In this episode Dana Carretta-Stein shares her real-life journey of navigating it all with honesty humor and heart. Dana is a trauma therapist author consultant and the founder of Peaceful Living Mental Health Counseling and The EMDR Coachtwo trauma-informed brands specializing in EMDR therapy and nervous" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=tAk-bQsEJoA) 2025-08-26T19:49Z [----] followers, [--] engagements "What if therapy could rewire the way your memories feel ✨ What if therapy could rewire the way your memories feel Most people think therapy means reliving every painful detail of the past. But EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) works differently. It helps your brain process stuck memories so they lose their emotional charge. Youll still remember what happenedbut it wont control how you feel today. Healing isnt about erasing your storyits about changing the way your body and mind hold it so you can move forward with peace freedom and strength. 👉 Curious if EMDR could be" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=vnrJI_1C24o) 2025-08-25T16:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Could your symptoms be PTSD #ptsd #trauma #traumainformedcare #emdr #anxiety #depression #flashbacks #panicattacks #traumatherapy #therapyforptsd #helpforptsd #getthehelpyouneed #peacefullivingmhc #scarsdale #scarsdaleNY #counseling #therapy #psychotherapy #hope #healing" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=xZdQ6-Qj55A) 2018-03-13T12:49Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "When a psychiatrist with decades in the field says hes still excited about EMDR that matters. EMDR works because its not about insight or talking harder. Its about helping the brain process what never got finished. Activate the memory. Let the emotion come up. Use bilateral stimulation. And instead of staying stuck on loop it moves. Thats the difference. And this is also why structure matters during EMDR. Tracking shifts patterns dreams and nervous system changes helps clients stay oriented instead of overwhelmed which is exactly why I created The EMDR Therapy Progress Journal. It supports" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=45ZLdlDnjAI) 2026-02-13T20:50Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Living in your head Ask yourself this. #traumainformed #emdrtherapy #theemdrcoach Living in your head Theres a reason. 🪧 Signs youre overthinking (not just anxious): 💭 Cant make decisions 💭 Constant what if spirals 💭 Trouble sleeping 💭 Needing control to feel safe 💭 Living in the future instead of the present Overthinking isnt random. For a lot of people it was a trauma adaptation. Staying in your head kept you away from feelings that once felt unsafe to feel. Helpful then. Exhausting now. This is also why just stop thinking has never worked. EMDR has specific interventions that help" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=7UED-KR16SI) 2026-02-13T08:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Which treatment plan approach should you take The mistake I see constantly in EMDR therapy Therapists choosing an EMDR approach based on: anxiety (the therapists' or the clients or both because helloooo mirror neurons) pressure to do eye movements vibes instead of data and intentional treatment planning to make sense of those vibes Being too rigid and not remembering that a treatment plan is an ever-evolving a changing living document The goal for EMDR treatment planning should always be neuro-informed and client-centered. Emotions shouldnt drive behavior so why should your treatment planning" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=eQnASt55pPs) 2026-02-11T20:50Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "This is why getting rid of anxiety is the WORST idea ever. This is why getting rid of anxiety is the worst idea ever. Anxiety isnt a flaw. Its a mobilizing emotion. The goal isnt zero anxiety. Its optimal anxiety. Enough to recognize real danger. Not so much that everything feels like one. This is why progress often starts with curiosity not control. Noticing patterns. Tracking shifts. Understanding what your nervous system is responding to. Understanding Your Nervous System was literally my favorite chapter to write when I wrote The EMDR Therapy Progress Journal. Understanding why youre" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=aYBw8FJ4X3w) 2026-02-11T08:50Z [----] followers, [--] engagements "Next time your kids are having a tantrum try this Heres the part most parents miss 👇 Kids cant regulate emotions they dont have language for. Theyre not refusing to calm down. They just might not know what the hell is happening in their body yet. (ps - adults struggle with this too) Thats where Name It to Tame It comes in (coined by my favorite neuropsychologist @drdansiegel) Its based in straight neuroscience which is why its such an effective method for helping kids regulate their emotions. Youre doing three critical things at once: [--] Youre teaching them by helping to label the sensation" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=jWCPLlAw39s) 2026-02-10T20:50Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Do you struggle with relationships I think this can help" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ji7qZMkripE) 2026-02-09T20:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "We cannot control what other people think. #traumainformed #emdrtherapy We cannot control what other people think. But if you struggle with hyperarousal and people pleasing there may be a part of you that (consciously or unconsciously) alters your own behavior to control what someone else thinks about you. Learning how to tolerate the discomfort that others may disappointed is a sign that youre healing And for some people who cant tolerate their own disappointment that may mean making you the villain or blaming you. It happens sometimes. Some individuals just arent ready to go down their own" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=pJLMeFGwnKk) 2026-02-08T08:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Trauma is not what happened to you. It is what your nervous system had to do with it. #traumatherapy Trauma is not what happened to you. It is what your nervous system had to do with it. Think soda bottle. Shake it and keep the cap on it gets tight rigid hard to touch. Leave it like that long enough it goes flat. Numb. Disconnected. Pop it open too fast Everything explodes and now we are cleaning the ceiling. Neither of those is regulation. The work is letting pressure out slowly intentionally with support. Not suppressing. Not white-knuckling. Not flooding yourself and calling it healing." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Txek82_a8eY) 2026-02-06T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "If you dont know this youd probably assume EMDR therapy isnt working. #emdr #traumainformed When real processing starts it doesnt look calm or Instagram-pretty. It looks like this 👇 You feel restless edgy on edge Thats mobilization. Your nervous system is coming out of freeze. It can feel like anxiety before it feels like relief. You speak up for yourself and feel awkward or guilty That guilt isnt a red flag. Behavior changes first. Your emotions catch up after you stay consistent. A trigger just doesnt trigger anymore No fireworks. No announcement. You might not even notice right away." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=4I5HgIFpiuo) 2026-02-04T20:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Peaceful Living Mental Health Couseling ❤ If starting therapy feels scary this space was designed with you in mind. If youve ever noticed that even thinking about reaching out brings up hesitation tension or a flood of second-guessing youre not doing anything wrong. Your nervous system is doing what it learned to do to protect you. Starting therapy can feel vulnerable especially if youre used to being the one who holds everything together. The one who copes. The one who pushes through. The one who doesnt ask for help. At Peaceful Living we believe therapy should move at your pace. Not rushed." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=I3z0bRyPzg0) 2026-02-03T13:49Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Therapist tip you probably didnt expect 👀 Therapist tip you might not expect 👀 Before we jump into trauma processing like EMDR we have to make sure the basics are actually covered. Because if your nervous system is in survival mode its not always about trauma history. Sometimes its about: Chronic dehydration Inconsistent meals Little to no sunlight An exhausted body trying to function on fumes And when those things are off your nervous system stays on high alert. Thats why it can feel like nothing is working. Not therapy. Not coping skills. Not insight. Youre not failing therapy. Your" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hZv4iB48HVw) 2026-02-03T13:42Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "One of my favorite tools for supporting EMDR work between sessions. Story follows state. So if you want to change the way you think you have to start by noticing how you feel. 👇 One of my favorite tools for supporting EMDR work between sessions 📓 The TICES Log. Its inside my EMDR Therapy Progress Journal and heres why it works: ✅ It helps you track the things your nervous system actually notices - like triggers images sensations and activation levels. ✅ It keeps your EMDR progress front of mind even on the days you dont have therapy. ✅ It creates the internal safety needed to shift your" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ndEDPg_JTNg) 2026-01-21T00:06Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Heres the healing advice no one tells you. If youve ever noticed yourself thinking I should be past this by now this is for you. Healing doesnt make you softer in the way people expect. It makes you clearer. Quieter on the inside. Less available for what costs you your nervous system. This is why it feels lonely sometimes. Youre not losing people youre outgrowing patterns your body is done carrying. This isnt a mindset issue. Your nervous system is doing what it learned to do and now its learning something new. Youre not broken. Youre becoming regulated enough to choose differently. 💬 Save" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=mr5djtxT_Fo) 2026-01-21T00:02Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "When someone says But your childhood wasnt that bad If youve ever heard this pause right here.👇 Your nervous system doesnt care how bad it looked from the outside. It cares how alone unseen or unsafe you felt on the inside. This is why it feels like overreacting. This is why it feels confusing. This is why symptoms show up even when the facts dont look traumatic. 🌱 Your body remembers what your brain was never allowed to process. 🌱 You are not dramatic. You are not broken. 🌱 Youre responding exactly how your system learned to survive. You dont need permission to heal. You just need the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IKnVjzeL4_0) 2026-01-21T00:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "EMDR it looks like magic but it isnt magic. Theres a moment in every EMDR therapists career when you sit back and think Wow. This really works. For me I have that moment every single day. Even after years of doing this work it still feels wild to watch someones nervous system shift settle and reorganize in real time. It looks like magic but it isnt magic. Its the brain doing exactly what its wired to do when given the right conditions for healing. And honestly it never stops being cool. This conversation on Unapologetically Crunchy dives into the science the real-life moments and the parts of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DJHXK1PNc_E) 2026-01-13T17:06Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Peaceful Living Wasnt Just A Name. Peaceful Living was never just a name. It was built from my dads initials Philip Louis and a desire to create something meaningful grounded and human. What started as an idea rooted in connection has grown into a practice that just celebrated [--] years and now holds a mission for the next decade: helping [--] million people in [--] years. This clip is from my recent conversation on @crunchypod where we talked about purpose legacy and what it actually looks like to build something aligned with your values not just your productivity. The full blog includes an" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dVs3AWaXzhk) 2026-01-13T17:05Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "When someone complains that youve changed say this Youve changed. Correct. Im no longer operating from survival mode. 👏 Healing looks like: ✅ saying no without a 10-page explanation ✅ not absorbing everyone elses emotions ✅ choosing inner peace over being nice b it holding in resentment ✅ not negotiating your boundaries because someones uncomfortable When people complain youve changed Sometimes what theyre really saying is: I miss how much access I had to you. And thats not your responsibility. Your nervous system is allowed to evolve. Your standards are allowed to rise. Your boundaries are" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TBmrk4PVpvo) 2026-01-13T16:56Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "How to be a great parent in [--] words. Firm and kind. Two words that capture what so many parents and therapists are trying to balance every day. In EMDR and trauma-informed work we see this over and over again. Kids do not need perfection. They need boundaries that feel safe and correction that does not shame their developing nervous system. As Dr. Amen reminds us the best coaches are not the ones who point out every mistake. They notice what is going well and gently teach the skills that still need support. That is co-regulation. That is attachment. That is how a child learns I can grow and I" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=r5zBUZmDxME) 2026-01-09T17:56Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Newly Trained EMDR Therapist trying to do history taking. Id be lying if I said I dont still feel this way sometimes and Ive been doing EMDR therapy for over [--] years now. History taking in EMDR can feel awkward. Not because youre doing it wrong but because its different from how most of us were trained in grad school. EMDR asks you to think differently. And therapists We tend to overthink things a bit 😉 The truth is its often much simpler than it feels. Whenever I start to feel confused or stuck I go back to the basics. Clear structure. Clear notes. Clear treatment planning. If you want" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LBtm9ef0eyo) 2026-01-09T17:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "You might be emotionally intelligent but not emotionally mature. You might be emotionally intelligent but still not emotionally mature. Read that again. 👀 Emotional intelligence is knowing the words. Emotional maturity is what you do when youre triggered. Can you stay regulated Can you take accountability Can you pause instead of react Thats the work. If youve ever thought I know better why do I still shut down or lash out This is not a mindset issue. Its your nervous system doing what it learned to do. Lets stop confusing emotional language with emotional regulation. Youre not broken youre" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Tk0g2K4I_Kw) 2026-01-09T16:54Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "The Part of Therapy No One Sees POV: The part of therapy no one sees Its not just opening the door. Its reading the room before the client enters it. Its attuning to your own nervous system so you can help regulate theirs. Youre already tracking tone pacing subtle shifts. Youre already making space for grief for rupture for relief. And none of that gets charted. 💭 But it matters. A lot. This isnt the part they teach in training but its what makes you safe. 🖤 Save this for the days when it feels like no one sees the work you do before the work begins. Want to learn more about EMDR Like this" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=LmDwTBmZTok) 2025-12-29T21:02Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Heres the moment I knew someone was healing. Heres the moment I knew someone was healing. They did not say they felt better. They said I noticed I needed a break and I actually took it. Thats not avoidance. Thats a nervous system recognizing its limits and responding in real time. Healing often shows up as those noticings. Less acting on autopilot. More permission to pause. It is not about feeling calm all the time. It is about noticing your own patterns and choosing differently. Want more post like this Please like my video and subscribe to my channel. If you want to learn more about EMDR" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=htHq_OnXbDs) 2025-12-26T17:15Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "If you chase symptoms you will miss the roots. Anxiety. Shutdown. Reactivity. Dissociation. Those arent the targets. Theyre signals. In EMDR the real work isnt just addressing whats showing up today its identifying what the nervous system is actually responding to. Most presenting problems are connected to: Earlier memories that taught the brain what to expect Negative beliefs formed during overwhelm Survival patterns that made sense then but are outdated now When you target only the symptom you can end up with: Long processing and minimal shift Feeling stuck despite doing everything right" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=GrorwWxmLU8) 2025-12-18T20:11Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Stop Avoiding Anxiety If you want anxiety to actually shift you have to stop running from it. Avoidance feels protective in the moment. Long term it teaches your nervous system that the thing you fear is dangerous. And that keeps you stuck in a loop you do not deserve. Here is the reframe I share with clients and EMDR consultees all the time. Your anxiety is not the enemy. It is data. It is your nervous system tapping you on the shoulder saying something in your past or present needs attention. Real change does not happen by forcing anxiety away. It happens when you turn toward what feels" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uULqX5r2EXs) 2025-12-17T17:23Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "If You Shut Down Instead of Speak Up read this. If you shut down instead of speak up theres a reason for that. Your nervous system learned that staying quiet was safer than taking up space. Silence wasnt a flaw. It was protection. Shutting down often comes from: childhood environments where needs werent welcomed being punished or ignored for expressing emotion chaotic or unpredictable dynamics surviving by staying small agreeable or invisible So the adult part of you says I should speak up. But the younger protective part says We dont do that. Its not safe. Both make sense. Healing isnt about" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=uhHQjfXkWK8) 2025-12-16T23:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "What is the right time for EMDR Therapy Thinking about starting EMDR therapy but not sure if now is the right time There is such a thing as good timing with EMDR. Your brain and nervous system need space to process decompress and recalibrate between sessions. During the early stages of EMDR it is completely normal to experience: disturbed sleep feeling a bit on edge difficulty concentrating mental or emotional fatigue These shifts are temporary and they usually improve as your system adjusts. But if you are entering a high pressure season of life working late nights or needing peak cognitive" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=YWL2-QBEy0M) 2025-12-05T05:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "What is Proper Case Conceptualization If you rush case conceptualization you risk missing the whole map. Most new EMDR clinicians want to jump straight into processing but the truth is that the early sessions are where your outcomes are built. Slowing down is not a delay it is preparation. In EMDR proper case conceptualization helps you: Understand the clients history and how it connects to today Identify dissociation or parts work needs early Clarify present triggers past targets and future templates Build the resourcing foundation that keeps processing safe and effective When you anchor the" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=3UUTERhP8f4) 2025-12-03T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Authenticity Is Already Inside You #shorts Authenticity is not something you hunt for. It is something you notice when you drift away from it. Gabor reminds us that the moment you catch yourself not saying the yes or no your body already knows you are meeting your authentic self. Therapists see this every day in the room. The notice is the work. When clients struggle to assert their truth we often explore the belief underneath. What do they fear will happen if they are fully seen What story are they carrying about what authenticity costs And as Gabor says the noticing itself is the part of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=iaXHBHpDNC8) 2025-11-21T17:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Fear isnt the enemy. Fighting it is. #shorts Fear isnt the enemy. Fighting it is. Most people hear the only thing to fear is fear itself and think its inspirational. As trauma therapists we hear: so youre describing panic disorder. Fear is actually a protective system. But when we resist it suppress it or try to outrun it it spikes. Thats when it stops working with us and starts working against us. Heres the reframe I teach clients and consultees all the time: When fear shows up use discernment not judgment. Instead of why am I like this try: Is this fear helping me or hurting me" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cb0X4pn_kVE) 2025-11-19T19:24Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "What if your anxiety means EMDR worked 💡 What if your anxiety means EMDR worked That jolt of fear or tension in a dangerous or high-stress moment isnt proof youve gone backward. Its actually your nervous system doing its job. Before EMDR your system mightve shut down in those same moments freeze dissociate go numb. Now your brain and body are mobilizing to protect you. Thats not regression. Thats regulation. Its okay to feel anxious when things are unsafe. It means your system finally trusts you to fight or flee when you need to. ✨Healing isnt about never feeling anxious. Its about your body" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=I-5Zl04-aM8) 2025-11-19T17:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Unpopular Opinion from an EMDR Therapist 💥HOW TO FIND A GREAT EMDR THERAPIST When youre trying to find an EMDR therapist or any therapist for that matter this is so important: Find a therapist who can tolerate discomfort and not try to make you feel better as soon as you start getting activated. Being able to allow you to process whats been held back for so long is such an important part of the EMDR therapy process. Things that can easily impact a clients progress in therapy include: - worrying that the client will get mad at them (the therapist) so they avoid saying or addressing certain" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=JSVi3KktXbc) 2025-11-14T17:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Newbie EMDR therapist before session #shorts 🚨Heres a tip: Dont stress it so much I know EMDR can feel so overwhelming when you first get trained - but the truth is - it doesnt have to be so structured and perfect Its way more important to make sure you understand the concepts and theory behind WHY EMDR works. Once you do then youre able to weave using EMDR seamlessly into your sessions without even really thinking about it. Does it take time Yes. Does it take practice Yes. This is why consultation and professional development is such an important part of learning the EMDR learning process." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=rmwA_5wqNvU) 2025-11-07T20:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Therapists this one gets missed all the time 👇 #shorts Therapists this one gets missed all the time 👇 Before you start reprocessing resourcing or even mapping targets you have to ask your client: What are your goals for EMDR therapy How will we know our work together is successful 🧠 Without a clear goal EMDR can lose direction and both therapist and client end up feeling uncertain about progress. When you co-create goals from the start your treatment plan becomes more focused realistic and client-centered. ✨ Dont skip it. Set the target before you start aiming. 🎯 Save this for your next" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=IP3IxbXuVXM) 2025-11-06T20:45Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Your inner child doesnt just need a hug #shorts Your inner child doesnt just need a hug. They need you to be the adult they wish they had growing up. 💛 For some individuals that means being protective - setting boundaries saying no or finally standing up for yourself in ways you never could before. In EMDR this often shows up when we install protective figures: internal representations of safety strength or care that the nervous system never had access to. Were creating a frame of reference to connect to once we start reprocessing - and creating access to a resource that can help outside of" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=DtkqMUIlyvk) 2025-11-04T20:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Anxiety Hacks that actually works Ever notice how anxiety makes you forget to breathe or makes every inhale feel shallow and tight Thats your sympathetic nervous system (your fight-or-flight response) working overtime. Heres a simple nervous system reset: 🫁 Make your exhale longer than your inhale. Your inhale activates the stress response (sympathetic). Your exhale activates calm (parasympathetic). A longer exhale tells your body: Youre safe. ✨ Tools like CalmiGo take that concept even further combining guided breathing scent and gentle vibration to help your body return to baseline faster." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=T79lbMLebGA) 2025-11-02T15:01Z [----] followers, [--] engagements "Healing starts with one new thought #shorts Ever notice how your thoughts can spiral you into feeling worse 🧠 Dr. Daniel Amen explains it perfectly: write the thought down and ask Is this true As therapists (and humans) we see how powerful it is to challenge distorted thinking. When you pause to notice question and reframe youre literally rewiring your brain. This is what we do in EMDR therapy and trauma work all the time taking those automatic shame-filled fear-based thoughts and bringing them into awareness so they lose their power. You dont have to believe every thought your brain serves" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=dcTvFvMeHtY) 2025-10-31T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Proper case conceptualization in EMDR Therapy #shorts Proper case conceptualization in EMDR therapy isnt a nice-to-have. Its essential if you want your clients to get the best results possible. If youve ever felt all over the place when organizing client information (🙋♀ same) you know how hard it is to keep the full clinical picture clear. Thats exactly why I created my EMDR Case Conceptualization Form one place to map everything you need for treatment planning. It helps you track 👇 ✔ Client goals + current symptoms ✔ Factors that may affect reprocessing ✔ Themes patterns and present-day" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=imGspkklyvo) 2025-10-29T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "You're an EMDR Therapist but also a Mom Walking into the office at 8:30am after the mother of all sensory meltdowns and toddler tantrums galore 🫠 Being a therapist and a parent are two roles that mean everything to me. And theres so much overlap in between those roles. Because both require regulation and attunement. My job is to be a regulated and regulating presence for my clients aaaand for my children. And Im also a human being with a nervous system that gets stressed and taxed just like everyone elses. As therapists we dont get to just ignore our own nervous system because we understand" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=9MWFstjB5r8) 2025-10-27T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Anxiety Hack That Actually Works Ever notice how anxiety makes you forget to breathe or makes every inhale feel shallow and tight Thats your sympathetic nervous system (your fight-or-flight response) working overtime. Heres a simple nervous system reset: 🫁 Make your exhale longer than your inhale. Your inhale activates the stress response (sympathetic). Your exhale activates calm (parasympathetic). A longer exhale tells your body: Youre safe. ✨ Tools like CalmiGo take that concept even further combining guided breathing scent and gentle vibration to help your body return to baseline faster." [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=bBuYjkqEiWU) 2025-10-26T14:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Group [--] Youre in the group of people who actually get that healing happens in the body not just the mind. Group [--] = The ones who get that talking can only take them so far. Group [--] = the ones who are healing their nervous system healing for generations before them and changing the future for generations after them. If you use eye movements tappers buzzers or any form of bilateral stimulation you know first hand what a game changer EMDR therapy can be. Are you in Group [--] yet #emdrtherapy #group7 #nervoussystemreset #traumainformedtherapy EMDR Therapy Group [--] The EMDR Coach EMDR Therapy Group 7" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=RmTR_YEADOU) 2025-10-25T14:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "The pain of growing up being compared What @khloekardashian shared on @jayshettys podcast is something so many people quietly carry: the pain of growing up being compared not for what you did but for who you were. 👉 When a child constantly hears subtle messages like youre not like them youre the different one or youre not enough the brain doesnt just hear words it encodes shame. And shame unlike guilt becomes a deep belief about who you are. Khlos reflection that she now goes out of her way to make sure no child feels excluded is a beautiful example of reparenting in action. When we heal we" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=ln0_Ing3vZg) 2025-10-24T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "You cant expect a child to calm emotions theyve been taught to hide. When a child is told to stop crying calm down or be tough theyre not learning emotional control theyre learning emotional suppression. They start believing that sadness anger and fear are wrong. So they bottle it up. They shove it down. And those emotions They dont disappear they resurface later as anxiety irritability perfectionism or complete shutdown. ✨ Healing begins when you stop shaming your feelings and start listening to them. Because the goal isnt to get over it. Its to finally feel what your younger self never" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=oiDW7jqAXJA) 2025-10-20T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Unpopular opinion: Being neutral as a therapist is bullishT 💥 Unpopular opinion: Being neutral as a therapist is bullishT If you want someone who just stares at you with a poker face you can talk to a wall for free. Bc I legit cannot. Especially when it comes to my work as an EMDR therapist. I cant expect my clients to show up as their true authentic selves if Im not capable of doing the same thing. Authenticity isnt a distraction - its the medicine. Your nervous system learns safety and connection from another human being not from a robot who sits there and says mhmm Healing doesnt happen" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=cQiZ5Sgqngc) 2025-10-18T15:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "How do I change my negative self-talk So many people ask me: How do I change my negative self-talk The truth is it starts with your nervous system not just your thoughts. 🧠💙 Our state drives our story. When your limbic system (the emotional part of your brain including the amygdala and hippocampus) is in overdrive your thoughts will reflect that stress. Its not that youre failing at positive thinking or dont have enough willpower its that your brain is stuck in survival mode. ✨ Heres the good news: when we practice regulation things like deep breathing grounding or slowing down with a long" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ak2ZU1BNH34) 2025-10-16T04:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements "Therapists Do Your Own Work 📍 Therapists quick reminder from the passenger seat on my way to therapy: Your unprocessed stuff doesnt disappear just because you have good boundaries. It shows up in subtle ways in your tone your energy your countertransference and your clients feel it. You dont have to work on everything. But you do have to know whats in your cup so your clients dont end up drinking from it. ☕ Doing your own work isnt a luxury its part of ethical trauma-informed care. Your healing protects your clients healing. 💛 ✨ Curious whats one thing you do to stay self-aware as a" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=Ph1FR8x9Z5Q) 2025-10-13T16:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Accountability vs. Empathy: Why the Difference Matters in Healing So often we confuse empathy with accountability. ✨ Empathy is being able to step into someone elses shoes to understand or feel what its like for them. ✨ Accountability is owning whats actually yours. ✨ Codependency often happens when empathy goes too far when you start owning what isnt yours out of guilt fear or over-responsibility. Heres the nuance: You can hold space for how someone feels without taking on their feelings as your fault. 💙 ➡ You can say: I can understand how that must feel for you without blaming yourself or" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=TBUPskULfIM) 2025-10-13T04:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Mom Guilt Motherhood taught me this: 💛 You can have the perfect routine on paperbut if you cant adapt it all falls apart. Kids dont care about schedules. Sometimes you just have to roll with the chaos. For me movement is non-negotiable 🏋♀it keeps my mental health strong. And building a flexible practice means I can be fully present as a mom and as a therapist. 🎙 From Thoughts from the Couch Podcast Ep. 93: Balancing Acts: Behind the Scenes of Self-Employed Moms ✨ Full conversation + blog here:" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=QHvaFh17OHw) 2025-10-05T14:01Z [----] followers, [--] engagements "Creating Balance as a mom #shorts Motherhood has taught me one thing loud and clear: you can have the perfect routine on paper but if you dont learn to adapt it all falls apart. Kids dont care about your schedule and sometimes you just have to roll with the chaos. 💛 For me movement is non-negotiable if I dont get my workout in early my mental health takes the hit. Beyond that Ive been very intentional about building my practice in a way that lets me be both present for my clients and deeply present as a mom. Growing up I missed my mom while she was working and I didnt want my kids to have" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=PN8HDyaYoP8) 2025-10-01T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "The #1 misconception people have about EMDR #shorts Myth: EMDR erases your memories. Truth: EMDR helps your brain reprocess them so they stop hijacking your nervous system. You still rememberwithout the same fight/flight surge. What EMDR does: engages bilateral stimulation (eye movements/taps/tones) lowers the emotional charge and keeps you present and in control (you dont have to share every detail). What it feels like: we resource first (grounding + stabilization) then do brief sets of BLS with check-insalways within your window of tolerance. Who it can help: PTSD anxiety grief phobias" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=E6JlD5SLvCw) 2025-09-29T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements "Motherhood Entrepreneurship and Mental Health: What I Shared on Thoughts From the Couch Podcast Im Dana Caretta Stein trauma-informed therapist (EMDR) group practice owner (Peaceful Living Mental Health Counseling) and mom of two. In this panel convo four powerhouse women share the real behind running businesses while raising kidsroutines (or lack of them) schedules stressors self-care marriage dating mom guilt and the village that makes it possible. This conversation originally aired on Thoughts from the Couch (hosted by psychotherapist & anxiety specialist Justine Carino) Episode [--]. Shared" [YouTube Link](https://youtube.com/watch?v=hPhJaBg4KUo) 2025-09-23T16:53Z [----] followers, [--] engagements Limited data mode. Full metrics available with subscription: lunarcrush.com/pricing
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"How Long Does EMDR Take How long does it take Is one of the most frequently asked questions when individuals inquire about EMDR Therapy. This video helps to address that question and give more information about the EMDR Process. EMDR EMDR Therapy EMDR Consultant EMDRIA Counseling Therapy Trauma Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Trauma Informed EMDR EMDR Therapy EMDR Consultant EMDRIA Counseling Therapy Trauma Therapy Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Trauma Informed"
YouTube Link 2020-05-28T01:38Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"What is Looping in EMDR Therapy Looping is a common term used in EMDR Therapy to describe when the reprocessing is stuck. Here are ways to work through it for successful outcomes in EMDR Therapy. EMDR EMDR Therapy Trauma Therapy Looping EMDR Info EMDR Training EMDR Consultation EMDRIA Mental Health Mental Health Counseling Wellness PTSD Treatment CPTSD Treatment Therapy EMDR EMDR Therapy Trauma Therapy Looping EMDR Info EMDR Training EMDR Consultation EMDRIA Mental Health Mental Health Counseling Wellness PTSD Treatment CPTSD Treatment Therapy"
YouTube Link 2020-07-01T17:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"How to Create an EMDR Therapy Treatment Plan "WHERE DO I START" is one of the most common questions an EMDR Therapist asks when theyre preparing a client for trauma work. This is also why Phase [--] of EMDR (History Taking) is SO important As therapists we sometimes tend to overcomplicate things but setting up your History Taking and Treatment Plan can be a lot easier than you think Just remember to think in terms of the AIP model (Adaptive Information Processing) and you can set up your treatment plan in six easy steps [--]. Identify what the client coming to counseling for Whats the present day"
YouTube Link 2023-02-15T22:57Z [----] followers, 13.2K engagements
"7 Common Types of Trauma Responses The [--] Common Types of Trauma Responses with a little help from one of my furry best friends JillyBean 🐶 ♥ Different experiences can trigger different responses sometimes more than one response for the same event theres no one size fits all. Ill go into that in greater detail in another post. Everyones nervous system is different and responds to experiences in different ways. Getting curious about your own responses can help you on your healing journey ♥"
YouTube Link 2023-02-22T20:53Z [----] followers, 16.1K engagements
"Can EMDR help you if you don't remember anything traumatic happening to you 💬 Can EMDR help if you dont remember anything traumatic happening Short answer: Yes. Heres why 🧠 EMDR isnt just for people with vivid trauma memories. If youre struggling with anxiety depression or feeling stuckeven without a clear eventyoure not alone. Sometimes trauma isnt about what happened. 👉 Its about what didnt happen. The care you didnt get. The safety you never felt. The connection you longed for. An EMDR therapist trained in attachment-focused EMDR can help you uncover and heal those hidden woundswhether"
YouTube Link 2025-08-07T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"How Trauma Affects the Brain (and how EMDR therapy helps)"
YouTube Link 2021-05-23T16:32Z [----] followers, 55K engagements
"How does EMDR work EMDR is my favorite therapy Ive seen it help so many people overcome PTSD and anxiety and achieve results they never thought possible Check out the EMDR page on our website to learn more https://www.peacefullivingmentalhealthcounseling.com/emdr #anxiety #mentalhealth #wellnesswednesday #PTSD #trauma #traumatherapy #emdr #emdrtherapy #flashbacks #cptsd #trigger #peacefullivingmhc #wellness"
YouTube Link 2018-09-27T01:43Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"How to pickup an incomplete EMDR target This video helps demonstrate the use of re-evaluation at the beginning of every session when you are in phase [--] of EMDR Therapy. emdr emdr therapy emdria emdr information mental health trauma therapy ptsd psychoeducation trauma therapist eye movement desensitization and reprocessing trauma informed care anxiety depression panic attacks help for trauma CPTSD emdr emdr therapy emdria emdr information mental health trauma therapy ptsd psychoeducation trauma therapist eye movement desensitization and reprocessing trauma informed care anxiety depression"
YouTube Link 2020-07-29T19:38Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Why it's important to practice your EMDR Therapy Resources You get out of it what you put into it. 🤗 And if its difficult to practice your skills dont judge yourself 🔎 Instead get curious Ask yourself whats good about NOT practicing Maybe theres a secondary gain in there somewhere that youre not aware of. Or maybe theres a protector part thats working overtime not realizing your adult self is now part of the system. 🤔 Curiosity will help you uncover any blocks that are keeping you stuck. And guess what 📖 My progress journal helps you to remember to practice your skills and track what"
YouTube Link 2022-04-28T18:37Z [----] followers, 24.8K engagements
"A reminder from an EMDR Therapist 💥 THERAPY REMINDER: Trauma is NOT cognitive and EMDR is not solely a cognitive therapy. EMDR is a mind-body approach to healing from stressful life experiences so being able to connect with the body is crucial in order to heal. As the saying goes you have to feel it to heal it so connecting with the body is so important for successful outcomes in EMDR Therapy. Not sure how to do that Check out my book The EMDR Therapy Progress Journal (link in bio) which is full of tips on how to understand your nervous system and break through patterns of dissociation that"
YouTube Link 2023-02-21T21:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Tips for Using EMDR with Structural Dissociation Huge thank you to Patricia Bianca Torres for spending some time with me to chat about EMDR Structural Dissociation and important tips that all EMDR Therapists need to know. In this video about EMDR & Complex Trauma you will learn: An overview of Complex Trauma and Structural Dissociation What questions you should be asking in your History Taking How to identify dissociation in clients (hint: it may not present in the way you would expect) Helpful techniques such as ego state therapy to integrate EMDR with this population to promote"
YouTube Link 2020-12-04T21:27Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"How to Use the CIPOS Method in EMDR Therapy This video is about How to Use the CIPOS Method in EMDR Therapy. It's extremely helpful in the application of EMDR Therapy with complex trauma and structural dissociation. emdr therapy structural dissociation complex trauma complex ptsd counseling trauma therapy emdr dissociation trauma treatment ptsd anxiety mental health mental health counseling therapist trauma therapist eye movement desensitization and reprocessing new york counseling wellness trauma informed care LMHC emdr toolbox jim knipe ego state therapy evidenced based psychotherapy emdr"
YouTube Link 2020-06-13T23:10Z [----] followers, 10.7K engagements
"Should EMDR be done at home by yourself How EMDR has been conducted has quickly expanded due to the coronavirus and rapid growth of telehealth. There are now many offerings for "at-home EMDR treatments"; however clients need to proceed with caution and be fully aware of the risks before engaging in these home-based programs. emdr virtual emdr at home emdr emdr consultation eye movement desensitization and reprocessing trauma trauma therapy psychotherapy mental health mental health counseling anxiety ptsd cptsd depression emdr virtual emdr at home emdr emdr consultation eye movement"
YouTube Link 2020-07-22T15:41Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Miley Cyruss Experience with EMDR Therapy In this video I share my professional commentary on Miley Cyrus recent interview with The New York Times and NYT Magazine where she opens up about her experience with EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). As a trauma therapist specializing in healing generational trauma I break down why Mileys wordsMy body remembers it in a much deeper way than my brain doesare so spot on. If youve ever felt like youre carrying emotional weight that isnt fully yours or if youve struggled with anxiety panic or repeating the same patterns in"
YouTube Link 2025-06-02T19:55Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"5 Questions to Ask an EMDR Therapist"
YouTube Link 2021-08-31T10:36Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"How to use Resource Developement & Installation in EMDR Therapy This video is about the application of Resource Developement & Installation in EMDR Therapy EMDR EMDR Therapy Resourcing EMDRIA Therapy Trauma Therapy Counseling EMDR Consultation PTSD Complex PTSD CPTSD Trauma Informed Counseling Westchester New York EMDR EMDR Therapy Resourcing EMDRIA Therapy Trauma Therapy Counseling EMDR Consultation PTSD Complex PTSD CPTSD Trauma Informed Counseling Westchester New York"
YouTube Link 2020-08-26T18:32Z [----] followers, 10.1K engagements
"What is Proper Case Conceptualization If you rush case conceptualization you risk missing the whole map. Most new EMDR clinicians want to jump straight into processing but the truth is that the early sessions are where your outcomes are built. Slowing down is not a delay it is preparation. In EMDR proper case conceptualization helps you: Understand the clients history and how it connects to today Identify dissociation or parts work needs early Clarify present triggers past targets and future templates Build the resourcing foundation that keeps processing safe and effective When you anchor the"
YouTube Link 2025-12-03T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Unlocking the hidden trauma: The power of EMDR I didnt know I was triggereduntil EMDR helped me connect the dots. 🧠✨ Franks story is raw and real. He was stuck anxious and didnt know why. EMDR uncovered what talk therapy couldntand helped his body finally process the trauma it had been holding. Youre not broken. Your nervous system is just protecting you. With the right support healing is possible. 🎥 Watch the full conversation here: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=M_iDSUSxRSc #EMDR #TraumaHealing #MentalHealthShorts #HealingJourney #RealTalkHealing #NervousSystemHealing"
YouTube Link 2025-07-19T14:04Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"You're an EMDR Therapist but also a Mom Walking into the office at 8:30am after the mother of all sensory meltdowns and toddler tantrums galore 🫠 Being a therapist and a parent are two roles that mean everything to me. And theres so much overlap in between those roles. Because both require regulation and attunement. My job is to be a regulated and regulating presence for my clients aaaand for my children. And Im also a human being with a nervous system that gets stressed and taxed just like everyone elses. As therapists we dont get to just ignore our own nervous system because we understand"
YouTube Link 2025-10-27T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"How do you know if EMDR is right for you ✨ How do you know if EMDR is right for you ✨ If talk therapy helped you understand the why behind your strugglesbut your body still hasnt gotten the messageEMDR can help bridge that gap. Its especially powerful for present-day symptoms like anxiety depression or feeling stuck when theyre connected to earlier life experiences (even if you dont fully remember them). 💛 You dont have to keep wondering if things could feel different. You deserve relief. You deserve healing. 👉 Explore if EMDR therapy is the right fit for you with a free consultation at"
YouTube Link 2025-08-27T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"EMDR it looks like magic but it isnt magic. Theres a moment in every EMDR therapists career when you sit back and think Wow. This really works. For me I have that moment every single day. Even after years of doing this work it still feels wild to watch someones nervous system shift settle and reorganize in real time. It looks like magic but it isnt magic. Its the brain doing exactly what its wired to do when given the right conditions for healing. And honestly it never stops being cool. This conversation on Unapologetically Crunchy dives into the science the real-life moments and the parts of"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T17:06Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Your inner child doesnt just need a hug #shorts Your inner child doesnt just need a hug. They need you to be the adult they wish they had growing up. 💛 For some individuals that means being protective - setting boundaries saying no or finally standing up for yourself in ways you never could before. In EMDR this often shows up when we install protective figures: internal representations of safety strength or care that the nervous system never had access to. Were creating a frame of reference to connect to once we start reprocessing - and creating access to a resource that can help outside of"
YouTube Link 2025-11-04T20:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The #1 misconception people have about EMDR #shorts Myth: EMDR erases your memories. Truth: EMDR helps your brain reprocess them so they stop hijacking your nervous system. You still rememberwithout the same fight/flight surge. What EMDR does: engages bilateral stimulation (eye movements/taps/tones) lowers the emotional charge and keeps you present and in control (you dont have to share every detail). What it feels like: we resource first (grounding + stabilization) then do brief sets of BLS with check-insalways within your window of tolerance. Who it can help: PTSD anxiety grief phobias"
YouTube Link 2025-09-29T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"EMDR Isn't Talk Therapy Talking isnt healing. Processing is. If youve ever felt like talk therapy only takes you so far youre not imagining it. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) isnt about retelling your trauma story over and over again. Its about helping your brain complete the trauma responseso you can finally feel safe grounded and in control again. Insight gives us awareness. But awareness alone doesnt heal trauma. Processing does. 🧠 💬 In this video Ill share: ✅ Why traditional talk therapy sometimes isnt enough ✅ How EMDR works to reprocess traumatic memories ✅ What"
YouTube Link 2025-07-14T16:05Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Why do survivors of trauma have difficulty with relationships 💥 Why survivors of trauma have difficulty with relationships 💥 Heres a little insight into whats going on in the 🧠 for a trauma survivors which is why they may have difficulty connecting with others Trauma informed therapies like #EMDR can help"
YouTube Link 2023-02-26T14:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"If you chase symptoms you will miss the roots. Anxiety. Shutdown. Reactivity. Dissociation. Those arent the targets. Theyre signals. In EMDR the real work isnt just addressing whats showing up today its identifying what the nervous system is actually responding to. Most presenting problems are connected to: Earlier memories that taught the brain what to expect Negative beliefs formed during overwhelm Survival patterns that made sense then but are outdated now When you target only the symptom you can end up with: Long processing and minimal shift Feeling stuck despite doing everything right"
YouTube Link 2025-12-18T20:11Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"What if your anxiety means EMDR worked 💡 What if your anxiety means EMDR worked That jolt of fear or tension in a dangerous or high-stress moment isnt proof youve gone backward. Its actually your nervous system doing its job. Before EMDR your system mightve shut down in those same moments freeze dissociate go numb. Now your brain and body are mobilizing to protect you. Thats not regression. Thats regulation. Its okay to feel anxious when things are unsafe. It means your system finally trusts you to fight or flee when you need to. ✨Healing isnt about never feeling anxious. Its about your body"
YouTube Link 2025-11-19T17:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"When someone says But your childhood wasnt that bad If youve ever heard this pause right here.👇 Your nervous system doesnt care how bad it looked from the outside. It cares how alone unseen or unsafe you felt on the inside. This is why it feels like overreacting. This is why it feels confusing. This is why symptoms show up even when the facts dont look traumatic. 🌱 Your body remembers what your brain was never allowed to process. 🌱 You are not dramatic. You are not broken. 🌱 Youre responding exactly how your system learned to survive. You dont need permission to heal. You just need the"
YouTube Link 2026-01-21T00:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Therapists this one gets missed all the time 👇 #shorts Therapists this one gets missed all the time 👇 Before you start reprocessing resourcing or even mapping targets you have to ask your client: What are your goals for EMDR therapy How will we know our work together is successful 🧠 Without a clear goal EMDR can lose direction and both therapist and client end up feeling uncertain about progress. When you co-create goals from the start your treatment plan becomes more focused realistic and client-centered. ✨ Dont skip it. Set the target before you start aiming. 🎯 Save this for your next"
YouTube Link 2025-11-06T20:45Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Unpopular Opinion from an EMDR Therapist 💥HOW TO FIND A GREAT EMDR THERAPIST When youre trying to find an EMDR therapist or any therapist for that matter this is so important: Find a therapist who can tolerate discomfort and not try to make you feel better as soon as you start getting activated. Being able to allow you to process whats been held back for so long is such an important part of the EMDR therapy process. Things that can easily impact a clients progress in therapy include: - worrying that the client will get mad at them (the therapist) so they avoid saying or addressing certain"
YouTube Link 2025-11-14T17:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Newly Trained EMDR Therapist trying to do history taking. Id be lying if I said I dont still feel this way sometimes and Ive been doing EMDR therapy for over [--] years now. History taking in EMDR can feel awkward. Not because youre doing it wrong but because its different from how most of us were trained in grad school. EMDR asks you to think differently. And therapists We tend to overthink things a bit 😉 The truth is its often much simpler than it feels. Whenever I start to feel confused or stuck I go back to the basics. Clear structure. Clear notes. Clear treatment planning. If you want"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T17:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The Part of Therapy No One Sees POV: The part of therapy no one sees Its not just opening the door. Its reading the room before the client enters it. Its attuning to your own nervous system so you can help regulate theirs. Youre already tracking tone pacing subtle shifts. Youre already making space for grief for rupture for relief. And none of that gets charted. 💭 But it matters. A lot. This isnt the part they teach in training but its what makes you safe. 🖤 Save this for the days when it feels like no one sees the work you do before the work begins. Want to learn more about EMDR Like this"
YouTube Link 2025-12-29T21:02Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Coming Home to Myself: A Real Conversation About EMDR Therapy Hi Im Danaan EMDR therapist who had the absolute honor of walking alongside Frank in his healing journey. In this raw heartfelt conversation Frank shares what it was really like to go from panic attacks and emotional stuckness to finding clarity calm and transformation through EMDR therapy. This isnt a flashy before-and-after story. Its a layered real-talk reflection on what happens when the nervous system finally gets to do the work its been waiting for. We talk about: ✨ What it feels like to realize youre stuck in therapy ✨ What"
YouTube Link 2025-07-11T16:51Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Group [--] Youre in the group of people who actually get that healing happens in the body not just the mind. Group [--] = The ones who get that talking can only take them so far. Group [--] = the ones who are healing their nervous system healing for generations before them and changing the future for generations after them. If you use eye movements tappers buzzers or any form of bilateral stimulation you know first hand what a game changer EMDR therapy can be. Are you in Group [--] yet #emdrtherapy #group7 #nervoussystemreset #traumainformedtherapy EMDR Therapy Group [--] The EMDR Coach EMDR Therapy Group 7"
YouTube Link 2025-10-25T14:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Anxiety Hacks that actually works Ever notice how anxiety makes you forget to breathe or makes every inhale feel shallow and tight Thats your sympathetic nervous system (your fight-or-flight response) working overtime. Heres a simple nervous system reset: 🫁 Make your exhale longer than your inhale. Your inhale activates the stress response (sympathetic). Your exhale activates calm (parasympathetic). A longer exhale tells your body: Youre safe. ✨ Tools like CalmiGo take that concept even further combining guided breathing scent and gentle vibration to help your body return to baseline faster."
YouTube Link 2025-11-02T15:01Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"You might be emotionally intelligent but not emotionally mature. You might be emotionally intelligent but still not emotionally mature. Read that again. 👀 Emotional intelligence is knowing the words. Emotional maturity is what you do when youre triggered. Can you stay regulated Can you take accountability Can you pause instead of react Thats the work. If youve ever thought I know better why do I still shut down or lash out This is not a mindset issue. Its your nervous system doing what it learned to do. Lets stop confusing emotional language with emotional regulation. Youre not broken youre"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T16:54Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Put a finger down childhood Trauma edition If you put down [--] or more fingers theres a possibility your symptoms may be trauma related The adverse childhood experiences study showed that individuals who score a [--] or higher are at an increased risk of health problems later on in life. Trauma informed therapies such as #emdr can help to work through earlier life experiences that are affecting your life now. Check out EMDRIA.org to find an EMDR therapist near you"
YouTube Link 2023-02-26T13:55Z [----] followers, 17.3K engagements
"What is the right time for EMDR Therapy Thinking about starting EMDR therapy but not sure if now is the right time There is such a thing as good timing with EMDR. Your brain and nervous system need space to process decompress and recalibrate between sessions. During the early stages of EMDR it is completely normal to experience: disturbed sleep feeling a bit on edge difficulty concentrating mental or emotional fatigue These shifts are temporary and they usually improve as your system adjusts. But if you are entering a high pressure season of life working late nights or needing peak cognitive"
YouTube Link 2025-12-05T05:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Anxiety Hack That Actually Works Ever notice how anxiety makes you forget to breathe or makes every inhale feel shallow and tight Thats your sympathetic nervous system (your fight-or-flight response) working overtime. Heres a simple nervous system reset: 🫁 Make your exhale longer than your inhale. Your inhale activates the stress response (sympathetic). Your exhale activates calm (parasympathetic). A longer exhale tells your body: Youre safe. ✨ Tools like CalmiGo take that concept even further combining guided breathing scent and gentle vibration to help your body return to baseline faster."
YouTube Link 2025-10-26T14:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Unpopular opinion: Being neutral as a therapist is bullishT 💥 Unpopular opinion: Being neutral as a therapist is bullishT If you want someone who just stares at you with a poker face you can talk to a wall for free. Bc I legit cannot. Especially when it comes to my work as an EMDR therapist. I cant expect my clients to show up as their true authentic selves if Im not capable of doing the same thing. Authenticity isnt a distraction - its the medicine. Your nervous system learns safety and connection from another human being not from a robot who sits there and says mhmm Healing doesnt happen"
YouTube Link 2025-10-18T15:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Fear isnt the enemy. Fighting it is. #shorts Fear isnt the enemy. Fighting it is. Most people hear the only thing to fear is fear itself and think its inspirational. As trauma therapists we hear: so youre describing panic disorder. Fear is actually a protective system. But when we resist it suppress it or try to outrun it it spikes. Thats when it stops working with us and starts working against us. Heres the reframe I teach clients and consultees all the time: When fear shows up use discernment not judgment. Instead of why am I like this try: Is this fear helping me or hurting me"
YouTube Link 2025-11-19T19:24Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Healing starts with one new thought #shorts Ever notice how your thoughts can spiral you into feeling worse 🧠 Dr. Daniel Amen explains it perfectly: write the thought down and ask Is this true As therapists (and humans) we see how powerful it is to challenge distorted thinking. When you pause to notice question and reframe youre literally rewiring your brain. This is what we do in EMDR therapy and trauma work all the time taking those automatic shame-filled fear-based thoughts and bringing them into awareness so they lose their power. You dont have to believe every thought your brain serves"
YouTube Link 2025-10-31T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Heres the moment I knew someone was healing. Heres the moment I knew someone was healing. They did not say they felt better. They said I noticed I needed a break and I actually took it. Thats not avoidance. Thats a nervous system recognizing its limits and responding in real time. Healing often shows up as those noticings. Less acting on autopilot. More permission to pause. It is not about feeling calm all the time. It is about noticing your own patterns and choosing differently. Want more post like this Please like my video and subscribe to my channel. If you want to learn more about EMDR"
YouTube Link 2025-12-26T17:15Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Authenticity Is Already Inside You #shorts Authenticity is not something you hunt for. It is something you notice when you drift away from it. Gabor reminds us that the moment you catch yourself not saying the yes or no your body already knows you are meeting your authentic self. Therapists see this every day in the room. The notice is the work. When clients struggle to assert their truth we often explore the belief underneath. What do they fear will happen if they are fully seen What story are they carrying about what authenticity costs And as Gabor says the noticing itself is the part of"
YouTube Link 2025-11-21T17:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Proper case conceptualization in EMDR Therapy #shorts Proper case conceptualization in EMDR therapy isnt a nice-to-have. Its essential if you want your clients to get the best results possible. If youve ever felt all over the place when organizing client information (🙋♀ same) you know how hard it is to keep the full clinical picture clear. Thats exactly why I created my EMDR Case Conceptualization Form one place to map everything you need for treatment planning. It helps you track 👇 ✔ Client goals + current symptoms ✔ Factors that may affect reprocessing ✔ Themes patterns and present-day"
YouTube Link 2025-10-29T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"EMDR: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/emdr-what-is-it #emdr #mentalhealth #wellness #counseling #scarsdale"
YouTube Link 2018-12-29T13:05Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The pain of growing up being compared What @khloekardashian shared on @jayshettys podcast is something so many people quietly carry: the pain of growing up being compared not for what you did but for who you were. 👉 When a child constantly hears subtle messages like youre not like them youre the different one or youre not enough the brain doesnt just hear words it encodes shame. And shame unlike guilt becomes a deep belief about who you are. Khlos reflection that she now goes out of her way to make sure no child feels excluded is a beautiful example of reparenting in action. When we heal we"
YouTube Link 2025-10-24T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"You cant expect a child to calm emotions theyve been taught to hide. When a child is told to stop crying calm down or be tough theyre not learning emotional control theyre learning emotional suppression. They start believing that sadness anger and fear are wrong. So they bottle it up. They shove it down. And those emotions They dont disappear they resurface later as anxiety irritability perfectionism or complete shutdown. ✨ Healing begins when you stop shaming your feelings and start listening to them. Because the goal isnt to get over it. Its to finally feel what your younger self never"
YouTube Link 2025-10-20T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Mock Rescue Drill In Open Sea-4767C1"
YouTube Link 2025-11-16T08:30Z 144K followers, 2.3M engagements
"Newbie EMDR therapist before session #shorts 🚨Heres a tip: Dont stress it so much I know EMDR can feel so overwhelming when you first get trained - but the truth is - it doesnt have to be so structured and perfect Its way more important to make sure you understand the concepts and theory behind WHY EMDR works. Once you do then youre able to weave using EMDR seamlessly into your sessions without even really thinking about it. Does it take time Yes. Does it take practice Yes. This is why consultation and professional development is such an important part of learning the EMDR learning process."
YouTube Link 2025-11-07T20:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"How to Start or Grow Your Own Private Therapy Practice #emdr #emdrtherapy #businesscoach As an experienced mental health counselor EMDR certified therapist approved consultant and author I specialize in helping mental health therapists develop effective marketing strategies to establish and grow their private practices. With a successful track record in building Peaceful Living Mental Health Counseling I offer valuable insights and guidance for therapists seeking to attract clients and expand their businesses. Whether you're a beginner or looking to scale your practice my consultation"
YouTube Link 2023-09-29T00:03Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"If You Shut Down Instead of Speak Up read this. If you shut down instead of speak up theres a reason for that. Your nervous system learned that staying quiet was safer than taking up space. Silence wasnt a flaw. It was protection. Shutting down often comes from: childhood environments where needs werent welcomed being punished or ignored for expressing emotion chaotic or unpredictable dynamics surviving by staying small agreeable or invisible So the adult part of you says I should speak up. But the younger protective part says We dont do that. Its not safe. Both make sense. Healing isnt about"
YouTube Link 2025-12-16T23:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Should EMDR be done by yourself"
YouTube Link 2023-02-15T23:05Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The Value of Challenges Healing isnt always calm. Sometimes its chaos before clarity. 🌪💡 Franks EMDR journey wasnt smoothbut it was real. Panic attacks. Stuckness. The EMDR hangover. But those intense moments They were signs his nervous system was finally healing. You dont have to be fearless. Just supported. ❤🔥 Watch the full conversation here: https://www.youtube.com/watchv=M_iDSUSxRSc You are not alone in the hard. #EMDRtherapy #HealingJourney #TraumaHealing #MentalHealthSupport #RealTalkHealing"
YouTube Link 2025-07-16T16:05Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"What Pride Really Means: Franks Coming Out Story & EMDR Insights with Dana 🏳🌈 In honor of Pride Month we sit down for an intimate and powerful conversation with Frank a proud member of the LGBTQ+ community and Dana a trauma-informed EMDR therapist. In this special long-form interview Frank shares his heartfelt coming out story what Pride means to him today and the challenges and growth hes experienced along the way. Dana provides compassionate insights into how EMDR therapy supports LGBTQ+ individuals through the complex journey of identity self-acceptance and healing from trauma. 🔔 Dont"
YouTube Link 2025-06-26T23:01Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"The Truth About Therapy 🎥 The Truth About Therapy 💡 Therapy isnt just venting. Real healing happens when we stop avoiding our feelings and ask: Why does this affect me so deeply In my chat with Mary Belle on the Life Actually Podcast we got real about how growth comes from being willing to get uncomfortable. 💙 Its not easybut when you do the work therapy can change everything: your healing your relationships your life. 🌱 📘 Want the blog I created for this full interview Click Here:"
YouTube Link 2025-09-20T16:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Why You Shouldn't Make Decisions WhenYour Upset Your brain needs time to process before making decisions. In this video I explain why reacting is instant but responding is intentionaland how giving yourself a pause can lead to better choices. 🛠 My Recommended Therapy Tools: CalmiGo Sensate TouchPoints and moreplus exclusive discount codes. 👉 Click here to see the full list: https://www.danacarretta.com/therapytools #mentalhealthtips #emdrtherapy #traumainformed #nervoussystemregulation #mindfulness #emotionalintelligence #selfgrowth #traumahealing #emdrtherapist #growthmindset"
YouTube Link 2025-08-20T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"The EMDR Therapy Progress Journal #shorts 📖 This isnt just a journalits the roadmap that finally makes EMDR therapy make sense. If youve ever felt like EMDR is powerful but also a little confusingyoure not alone. Many clients start EMDR full of hope but then run into questions like: ❌ Am I doing this right ❌ Why does it feel harder before it feels better ❌ How do I know if Im actually making progress 👉 Thats exactly why I created The EMDR Therapy Progress Journal. Inside youll find: ✨ Clear simple explanations of EMDR (without the jargon) ✨ Prompts and worksheets to keep you grounded in the"
YouTube Link 2025-09-08T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"How do I change my negative self-talk So many people ask me: How do I change my negative self-talk The truth is it starts with your nervous system not just your thoughts. 🧠💙 Our state drives our story. When your limbic system (the emotional part of your brain including the amygdala and hippocampus) is in overdrive your thoughts will reflect that stress. Its not that youre failing at positive thinking or dont have enough willpower its that your brain is stuck in survival mode. ✨ Heres the good news: when we practice regulation things like deep breathing grounding or slowing down with a long"
YouTube Link 2025-10-16T04:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Couples Therapy: A Safe Space and Lifeline for Parents ✨ Conflict in any relationship is normal and healthybecause its communication trying to happen. When I sat down with Mary Belle on the Life Actually Podcast we got real about marriage and motherhoodthe messy exhausting and beautiful parts of holding it all together while raising kids. For me couples therapy has been a game-changer. Its not about fixing something brokenits about creating a safe space to communicate break old patterns and practice new ways of connecting. 💬 Because conflict doesnt mean failure. It means something inside the"
YouTube Link 2025-09-17T16:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Is EMDR right for you #EMDR #Counseling #Therapy #NYTherapy #Westchester #Anxiety #Depression #Hope #Healing #Scarsdale"
YouTube Link 2018-08-29T00:43Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"#shorts Truth Healing is sacred work. But lets be realits rarely clean cute or quick. If youre doing the inner work and still feel like a mess Youre not broken. Youre not doing it wrong. Youre just in it. Healing isnt linearits a spiral. It loops it dips it crawls. But every stepeven the messy onesare still progress. Your nervous system is learning what safety feels like again. And thats huge. So no its not easy. But it is worth it. And you are never ever alone. 💛 Save this for the days you forget that messy healing is still healing. 📝 Want support on your healing journey Click here to"
YouTube Link 2025-07-25T16:01Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"✨ What if failure was your best teacher ✨ ✨ What if failure was your best teacher ✨ So often we hold back because were afraid of getting it wrong. But heres the truthfailure isnt the enemy. Its a lesson wrapped in discomfort waiting to grow you. Every time we stumble we gain clarity: ✅ What didnt work ✅ How to adjust ✅ How resilient we actually are So the next time fear shows up ask yourself: What could I learn here if I let myself try 🌱 You might just surprise yourself. If reframing challenges feels hard right now The EMDR Therapy Progress Journal can help you track patterns process"
YouTube Link 2025-08-13T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Creating Balance as a mom #shorts Motherhood has taught me one thing loud and clear: you can have the perfect routine on paper but if you dont learn to adapt it all falls apart. Kids dont care about your schedule and sometimes you just have to roll with the chaos. 💛 For me movement is non-negotiable if I dont get my workout in early my mental health takes the hit. Beyond that Ive been very intentional about building my practice in a way that lets me be both present for my clients and deeply present as a mom. Growing up I missed my mom while she was working and I didnt want my kids to have"
YouTube Link 2025-10-01T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"6 Reasons To Try EMDR #emdr #emdrtherapy #ptsd #anxiety #counseling #hope #healing #scarsdale #westchester #peacefullivingmhc"
YouTube Link 2018-08-31T17:13Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Therapists Do Your Own Work 📍 Therapists quick reminder from the passenger seat on my way to therapy: Your unprocessed stuff doesnt disappear just because you have good boundaries. It shows up in subtle ways in your tone your energy your countertransference and your clients feel it. You dont have to work on everything. But you do have to know whats in your cup so your clients dont end up drinking from it. ☕ Doing your own work isnt a luxury its part of ethical trauma-informed care. Your healing protects your clients healing. 💛 ✨ Curious whats one thing you do to stay self-aware as a"
YouTube Link 2025-10-13T16:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Mom Guilt Motherhood taught me this: 💛 You can have the perfect routine on paperbut if you cant adapt it all falls apart. Kids dont care about schedules. Sometimes you just have to roll with the chaos. For me movement is non-negotiable 🏋♀it keeps my mental health strong. And building a flexible practice means I can be fully present as a mom and as a therapist. 🎙 From Thoughts from the Couch Podcast Ep. 93: Balancing Acts: Behind the Scenes of Self-Employed Moms ✨ Full conversation + blog here:"
YouTube Link 2025-10-05T14:01Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Hustling & Healing Others w/ Dana Carretta-Stein Life Actually with Marybelle Podcast Part II In this powerful conversation Marybelle sits down with therapist Dana Carretta-Stein (founder of Peaceful Living Mental Health Counseling and The EMDR Coach) to unpack the truth about trauma healing and the science behind EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Dana explains how EMDR works why its so effective for PTSD anxiety depression and even performance and why therapy isnt just about whats wrong with you but about what happened to you. Together they discuss: ✨ What EMDR"
YouTube Link 2025-08-30T14:00Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Accountability vs. Empathy: Why the Difference Matters in Healing So often we confuse empathy with accountability. ✨ Empathy is being able to step into someone elses shoes to understand or feel what its like for them. ✨ Accountability is owning whats actually yours. ✨ Codependency often happens when empathy goes too far when you start owning what isnt yours out of guilt fear or over-responsibility. Heres the nuance: You can hold space for how someone feels without taking on their feelings as your fault. 💙 ➡ You can say: I can understand how that must feel for you without blaming yourself or"
YouTube Link 2025-10-13T04:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Generational Trauma Starts here. and how we stop it "A parents PTSD can impact their babys brain development. 👶🧠" When a caregiver is stuck in fight-or-flight their body releases cortisol and babies feel it too. That stress hormone crosses the placenta and can shape how a childs nervous system and stress response developthis is how generational trauma is passed down. This is why protocols like Early Trauma Protocol in EMDR are so powerful. Healing your nervous system doesnt just change youit changes the next generation too. 💛 💬 Want to learn more about EMDR and trauma healing Click the"
YouTube Link 2025-07-30T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"What is EMDR Therapy What is EMDR therapy Its not about erasing memories. Its about helping your brain stop reliving them. 🧠 EMDR is a trauma-informed evidence-based way to process the pastso you can finally feel safe in the present. ✨ No fluff. Just healing. #EMDRtherapy #TraumaInformed #MentalHealthSupport #HealingJourney #TheEMDRCoach #AnxietyRelief #TherapyExplained #YouTubeShorts #TraumaRecovery"
YouTube Link 2025-07-07T16:06Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Life is hardyou choose your hard. 🎥 Life is hardyou choose your hard. Thats something I truly believe. Because trying to avoid stress It also means missing the chance to build resilience. 🌱 And relationships Theyre no exception. Living day-to-day with the people we love most will bring challenges. Thats not failureits growth. 💬 In my chat with Mary Belle on the Life Actually Podcast we laughed and got real about marriage motherhood and the messy truth of keeping our sanity when life feels like well life. ✨ Read the full blog here:"
YouTube Link 2025-09-16T16:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Breaking Emotional Barriers -- Embrace Don't Avoid. #shorts 📍 Avoidance breeds anxiety and depression. But teaching kids they can have a feelingand it wont kill themis life-changing. We cant control everything our children will face in the world. But what we can do is show up for themand model how to experience emotions without fear. 💭 When kids learn that sadness anger or frustration wont destroy them they build resilience. 💛 When theyre taught that feelings are safeeven the hard onesthey grow up with confidence instead of shame. ⚡ And when we as parents stop rescuing them from every"
YouTube Link 2025-09-12T16:02Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Healing happens even when it feels invisible Your healing isnt always loud. Sometimes its a whisperbut that whisper is everything. In EMDR we celebrate the subtle shifts that tell us your brain and nervous system are rewiring even when the path feels slow or uncertain. A steady breath. A thought you let pass without spiraling. A memory that no longer jolts you with fear. These moments are the building blocks of transformation. And they matter more than you think. 🛠 Want a tool to help you notice and track these wins Check-out "The EMDR Therapy Progress Journal" I use with my clients here:"
YouTube Link 2025-08-18T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Trauma Informed Care You ever go to therapy for one thing and all of a sudden find yourself working on something else Its not wizard magic its trauma informed care Thats pretty much how the Floatback (part of phase [--] of EMDR Therapy) works. For example: You come into therapy for anxiety. Your EMDR therapist asks you of a recent time this anxiety has been an issue for you. You then breakdown this recent event: what thoughts did you have What emotions What sensations Then FLOATBACK to another time in your life when you had the same thoughts feelings and sensations (without going into all the"
YouTube Link 2023-02-22T20:42Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Motherhood Entrepreneurship and Mental Health: What I Shared on Thoughts From the Couch Podcast Im Dana Caretta Stein trauma-informed therapist (EMDR) group practice owner (Peaceful Living Mental Health Counseling) and mom of two. In this panel convo four powerhouse women share the real behind running businesses while raising kidsroutines (or lack of them) schedules stressors self-care marriage dating mom guilt and the village that makes it possible. This conversation originally aired on Thoughts from the Couch (hosted by psychotherapist & anxiety specialist Justine Carino) Episode [--]. Shared"
YouTube Link 2025-09-23T16:53Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Something I wished therapists would remember Therapistsbefore you teach the tools validate the symptom. 🧠 That anxiety That freeze response It wasnt dysfunctionit was survival. Normalize it. Name it. Thats how healing begins. 🧡 👉 Looking for EMDR tools to support your clients Click the link to explore: https://www.danacarretta.com/shop #TraumaInformed #EMDRTherapy #TherapistTips #MentalHealthShorts #HealingJourney #TheEMDRCoach"
YouTube Link 2025-07-23T16:04Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Do you have unhealed childhood trauma Therapy HELPS Do you have unhealed childhood trauma Therapy HELPS Reaching out can be difficult but seeing a trauma informed therapist can help you get to the root of the issue and help you heal for good Check EMDRIA.org to find an EMDR therapist near you"
YouTube Link 2023-02-22T20:08Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Triggered It doesn't mean your broken Triggered It doesnt mean youre broken. It means your nervous system learned to protect youprobably a long time ago. EMDR helps you unlearn the survival patterns and reprocess the root cause. So you can respond with calm instead of reacting from pain. 🛠 Want support with your unlearning process Click the link below 👇 to learn more about "The EMDR Progress Journal" - the tools I use with clients and in my own healing work. https://www.danacarretta.com/progressjournal #EMDR #TraumaHealing #MentalHealth #Triggers #CPTSD #TherapistTips #EMDRTherapy"
YouTube Link 2025-07-28T16:02Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Safety Nurture & Protection Need ✨ Sometimes healing means realizing the care or love we needed wasnt there not because we were unworthy but because others couldnt give what they didnt have. Its not about blame. Its about understanding. 💭 🌱 True healing is holding both: compassion for their limits and space for your own grief anger or sadness. Thats where freedom begins. 📖 Want a gentle guide for your healing journey The EMDR Therapy Progress Journal helps you notice patterns celebrate growth and hold space for all your emotions. ✨ Tap Link to learn more:"
YouTube Link 2025-09-02T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Prepare to Be Uncomfortable: The Truth About Therapy 💡 Therapy isnt just venting. Real healing starts when we stop avoiding our feelings and ask: Why does this hit me so deeply Whats underneath my reaction In my chat with Mary Belle on the Life Actually Podcast we dug into why true growth means being willing to face the uncomfortable parts of ourselves. 💙 Its not easybut when you do the work therapy can transform how you see yourself your relationships and your healing journey. 🌱 📘 Want the blog I created for this full interview Click Here:"
YouTube Link 2025-09-18T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
""Life Is Too ShortNo Regrets What Pride Really Means with Dana & Frank" #shorts 🎥 Life Is Too Short No Regrets What Pride Really Means In this heartfelt conversation Dana (an EMDR therapist) and Frank (a gay man) open up about what Pride truly meansbeyond the parades and rainbow flags. They share honest reflections on identity healing and the emotional cost of hiding your truth for too long. Whether you're a therapist part of the LGBTQ+ community or someone still figuring out how to live more authentically this moment is for you. ✨ Your story matters. ✨ Your healing matters. ✨ Your joy"
YouTube Link 2025-07-02T13:02Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Life Actually With Mary Belle Podcast Part [--] featuring Dana Carretta Stein The EMDR Coach Marriage Motherhood & Maintaining Sanity Life Actually With Mary Belle Podcast Part [--] featuring Dana Carretta-Stein How do you balance marriage motherhood and building businesseswithout losing your mind In this episode Dana Carretta-Stein shares her real-life journey of navigating it all with honesty humor and heart. Dana is a trauma therapist author consultant and the founder of Peaceful Living Mental Health Counseling and The EMDR Coachtwo trauma-informed brands specializing in EMDR therapy and nervous"
YouTube Link 2025-08-26T19:49Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"What if therapy could rewire the way your memories feel ✨ What if therapy could rewire the way your memories feel Most people think therapy means reliving every painful detail of the past. But EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) works differently. It helps your brain process stuck memories so they lose their emotional charge. Youll still remember what happenedbut it wont control how you feel today. Healing isnt about erasing your storyits about changing the way your body and mind hold it so you can move forward with peace freedom and strength. 👉 Curious if EMDR could be"
YouTube Link 2025-08-25T16:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Could your symptoms be PTSD #ptsd #trauma #traumainformedcare #emdr #anxiety #depression #flashbacks #panicattacks #traumatherapy #therapyforptsd #helpforptsd #getthehelpyouneed #peacefullivingmhc #scarsdale #scarsdaleNY #counseling #therapy #psychotherapy #hope #healing"
YouTube Link 2018-03-13T12:49Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"When a psychiatrist with decades in the field says hes still excited about EMDR that matters. EMDR works because its not about insight or talking harder. Its about helping the brain process what never got finished. Activate the memory. Let the emotion come up. Use bilateral stimulation. And instead of staying stuck on loop it moves. Thats the difference. And this is also why structure matters during EMDR. Tracking shifts patterns dreams and nervous system changes helps clients stay oriented instead of overwhelmed which is exactly why I created The EMDR Therapy Progress Journal. It supports"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T20:50Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Living in your head Ask yourself this. #traumainformed #emdrtherapy #theemdrcoach Living in your head Theres a reason. 🪧 Signs youre overthinking (not just anxious): 💭 Cant make decisions 💭 Constant what if spirals 💭 Trouble sleeping 💭 Needing control to feel safe 💭 Living in the future instead of the present Overthinking isnt random. For a lot of people it was a trauma adaptation. Staying in your head kept you away from feelings that once felt unsafe to feel. Helpful then. Exhausting now. This is also why just stop thinking has never worked. EMDR has specific interventions that help"
YouTube Link 2026-02-13T08:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Which treatment plan approach should you take The mistake I see constantly in EMDR therapy Therapists choosing an EMDR approach based on: anxiety (the therapists' or the clients or both because helloooo mirror neurons) pressure to do eye movements vibes instead of data and intentional treatment planning to make sense of those vibes Being too rigid and not remembering that a treatment plan is an ever-evolving a changing living document The goal for EMDR treatment planning should always be neuro-informed and client-centered. Emotions shouldnt drive behavior so why should your treatment planning"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T20:50Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"This is why getting rid of anxiety is the WORST idea ever. This is why getting rid of anxiety is the worst idea ever. Anxiety isnt a flaw. Its a mobilizing emotion. The goal isnt zero anxiety. Its optimal anxiety. Enough to recognize real danger. Not so much that everything feels like one. This is why progress often starts with curiosity not control. Noticing patterns. Tracking shifts. Understanding what your nervous system is responding to. Understanding Your Nervous System was literally my favorite chapter to write when I wrote The EMDR Therapy Progress Journal. Understanding why youre"
YouTube Link 2026-02-11T08:50Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Next time your kids are having a tantrum try this Heres the part most parents miss 👇 Kids cant regulate emotions they dont have language for. Theyre not refusing to calm down. They just might not know what the hell is happening in their body yet. (ps - adults struggle with this too) Thats where Name It to Tame It comes in (coined by my favorite neuropsychologist @drdansiegel) Its based in straight neuroscience which is why its such an effective method for helping kids regulate their emotions. Youre doing three critical things at once: [--] Youre teaching them by helping to label the sensation"
YouTube Link 2026-02-10T20:50Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Do you struggle with relationships I think this can help"
YouTube Link 2026-02-09T20:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"We cannot control what other people think. #traumainformed #emdrtherapy We cannot control what other people think. But if you struggle with hyperarousal and people pleasing there may be a part of you that (consciously or unconsciously) alters your own behavior to control what someone else thinks about you. Learning how to tolerate the discomfort that others may disappointed is a sign that youre healing And for some people who cant tolerate their own disappointment that may mean making you the villain or blaming you. It happens sometimes. Some individuals just arent ready to go down their own"
YouTube Link 2026-02-08T08:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Trauma is not what happened to you. It is what your nervous system had to do with it. #traumatherapy Trauma is not what happened to you. It is what your nervous system had to do with it. Think soda bottle. Shake it and keep the cap on it gets tight rigid hard to touch. Leave it like that long enough it goes flat. Numb. Disconnected. Pop it open too fast Everything explodes and now we are cleaning the ceiling. Neither of those is regulation. The work is letting pressure out slowly intentionally with support. Not suppressing. Not white-knuckling. Not flooding yourself and calling it healing."
YouTube Link 2026-02-06T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"If you dont know this youd probably assume EMDR therapy isnt working. #emdr #traumainformed When real processing starts it doesnt look calm or Instagram-pretty. It looks like this 👇 You feel restless edgy on edge Thats mobilization. Your nervous system is coming out of freeze. It can feel like anxiety before it feels like relief. You speak up for yourself and feel awkward or guilty That guilt isnt a red flag. Behavior changes first. Your emotions catch up after you stay consistent. A trigger just doesnt trigger anymore No fireworks. No announcement. You might not even notice right away."
YouTube Link 2026-02-04T20:12Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Peaceful Living Mental Health Couseling ❤ If starting therapy feels scary this space was designed with you in mind. If youve ever noticed that even thinking about reaching out brings up hesitation tension or a flood of second-guessing youre not doing anything wrong. Your nervous system is doing what it learned to do to protect you. Starting therapy can feel vulnerable especially if youre used to being the one who holds everything together. The one who copes. The one who pushes through. The one who doesnt ask for help. At Peaceful Living we believe therapy should move at your pace. Not rushed."
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T13:49Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Therapist tip you probably didnt expect 👀 Therapist tip you might not expect 👀 Before we jump into trauma processing like EMDR we have to make sure the basics are actually covered. Because if your nervous system is in survival mode its not always about trauma history. Sometimes its about: Chronic dehydration Inconsistent meals Little to no sunlight An exhausted body trying to function on fumes And when those things are off your nervous system stays on high alert. Thats why it can feel like nothing is working. Not therapy. Not coping skills. Not insight. Youre not failing therapy. Your"
YouTube Link 2026-02-03T13:42Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"One of my favorite tools for supporting EMDR work between sessions. Story follows state. So if you want to change the way you think you have to start by noticing how you feel. 👇 One of my favorite tools for supporting EMDR work between sessions 📓 The TICES Log. Its inside my EMDR Therapy Progress Journal and heres why it works: ✅ It helps you track the things your nervous system actually notices - like triggers images sensations and activation levels. ✅ It keeps your EMDR progress front of mind even on the days you dont have therapy. ✅ It creates the internal safety needed to shift your"
YouTube Link 2026-01-21T00:06Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Heres the healing advice no one tells you. If youve ever noticed yourself thinking I should be past this by now this is for you. Healing doesnt make you softer in the way people expect. It makes you clearer. Quieter on the inside. Less available for what costs you your nervous system. This is why it feels lonely sometimes. Youre not losing people youre outgrowing patterns your body is done carrying. This isnt a mindset issue. Your nervous system is doing what it learned to do and now its learning something new. Youre not broken. Youre becoming regulated enough to choose differently. 💬 Save"
YouTube Link 2026-01-21T00:02Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"When someone says But your childhood wasnt that bad If youve ever heard this pause right here.👇 Your nervous system doesnt care how bad it looked from the outside. It cares how alone unseen or unsafe you felt on the inside. This is why it feels like overreacting. This is why it feels confusing. This is why symptoms show up even when the facts dont look traumatic. 🌱 Your body remembers what your brain was never allowed to process. 🌱 You are not dramatic. You are not broken. 🌱 Youre responding exactly how your system learned to survive. You dont need permission to heal. You just need the"
YouTube Link 2026-01-21T00:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"EMDR it looks like magic but it isnt magic. Theres a moment in every EMDR therapists career when you sit back and think Wow. This really works. For me I have that moment every single day. Even after years of doing this work it still feels wild to watch someones nervous system shift settle and reorganize in real time. It looks like magic but it isnt magic. Its the brain doing exactly what its wired to do when given the right conditions for healing. And honestly it never stops being cool. This conversation on Unapologetically Crunchy dives into the science the real-life moments and the parts of"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T17:06Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Peaceful Living Wasnt Just A Name. Peaceful Living was never just a name. It was built from my dads initials Philip Louis and a desire to create something meaningful grounded and human. What started as an idea rooted in connection has grown into a practice that just celebrated [--] years and now holds a mission for the next decade: helping [--] million people in [--] years. This clip is from my recent conversation on @crunchypod where we talked about purpose legacy and what it actually looks like to build something aligned with your values not just your productivity. The full blog includes an"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T17:05Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"When someone complains that youve changed say this Youve changed. Correct. Im no longer operating from survival mode. 👏 Healing looks like: ✅ saying no without a 10-page explanation ✅ not absorbing everyone elses emotions ✅ choosing inner peace over being nice b it holding in resentment ✅ not negotiating your boundaries because someones uncomfortable When people complain youve changed Sometimes what theyre really saying is: I miss how much access I had to you. And thats not your responsibility. Your nervous system is allowed to evolve. Your standards are allowed to rise. Your boundaries are"
YouTube Link 2026-01-13T16:56Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"How to be a great parent in [--] words. Firm and kind. Two words that capture what so many parents and therapists are trying to balance every day. In EMDR and trauma-informed work we see this over and over again. Kids do not need perfection. They need boundaries that feel safe and correction that does not shame their developing nervous system. As Dr. Amen reminds us the best coaches are not the ones who point out every mistake. They notice what is going well and gently teach the skills that still need support. That is co-regulation. That is attachment. That is how a child learns I can grow and I"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T17:56Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Newly Trained EMDR Therapist trying to do history taking. Id be lying if I said I dont still feel this way sometimes and Ive been doing EMDR therapy for over [--] years now. History taking in EMDR can feel awkward. Not because youre doing it wrong but because its different from how most of us were trained in grad school. EMDR asks you to think differently. And therapists We tend to overthink things a bit 😉 The truth is its often much simpler than it feels. Whenever I start to feel confused or stuck I go back to the basics. Clear structure. Clear notes. Clear treatment planning. If you want"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T17:30Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"You might be emotionally intelligent but not emotionally mature. You might be emotionally intelligent but still not emotionally mature. Read that again. 👀 Emotional intelligence is knowing the words. Emotional maturity is what you do when youre triggered. Can you stay regulated Can you take accountability Can you pause instead of react Thats the work. If youve ever thought I know better why do I still shut down or lash out This is not a mindset issue. Its your nervous system doing what it learned to do. Lets stop confusing emotional language with emotional regulation. Youre not broken youre"
YouTube Link 2026-01-09T16:54Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The Part of Therapy No One Sees POV: The part of therapy no one sees Its not just opening the door. Its reading the room before the client enters it. Its attuning to your own nervous system so you can help regulate theirs. Youre already tracking tone pacing subtle shifts. Youre already making space for grief for rupture for relief. And none of that gets charted. 💭 But it matters. A lot. This isnt the part they teach in training but its what makes you safe. 🖤 Save this for the days when it feels like no one sees the work you do before the work begins. Want to learn more about EMDR Like this"
YouTube Link 2025-12-29T21:02Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Heres the moment I knew someone was healing. Heres the moment I knew someone was healing. They did not say they felt better. They said I noticed I needed a break and I actually took it. Thats not avoidance. Thats a nervous system recognizing its limits and responding in real time. Healing often shows up as those noticings. Less acting on autopilot. More permission to pause. It is not about feeling calm all the time. It is about noticing your own patterns and choosing differently. Want more post like this Please like my video and subscribe to my channel. If you want to learn more about EMDR"
YouTube Link 2025-12-26T17:15Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"If you chase symptoms you will miss the roots. Anxiety. Shutdown. Reactivity. Dissociation. Those arent the targets. Theyre signals. In EMDR the real work isnt just addressing whats showing up today its identifying what the nervous system is actually responding to. Most presenting problems are connected to: Earlier memories that taught the brain what to expect Negative beliefs formed during overwhelm Survival patterns that made sense then but are outdated now When you target only the symptom you can end up with: Long processing and minimal shift Feeling stuck despite doing everything right"
YouTube Link 2025-12-18T20:11Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Stop Avoiding Anxiety If you want anxiety to actually shift you have to stop running from it. Avoidance feels protective in the moment. Long term it teaches your nervous system that the thing you fear is dangerous. And that keeps you stuck in a loop you do not deserve. Here is the reframe I share with clients and EMDR consultees all the time. Your anxiety is not the enemy. It is data. It is your nervous system tapping you on the shoulder saying something in your past or present needs attention. Real change does not happen by forcing anxiety away. It happens when you turn toward what feels"
YouTube Link 2025-12-17T17:23Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"If You Shut Down Instead of Speak Up read this. If you shut down instead of speak up theres a reason for that. Your nervous system learned that staying quiet was safer than taking up space. Silence wasnt a flaw. It was protection. Shutting down often comes from: childhood environments where needs werent welcomed being punished or ignored for expressing emotion chaotic or unpredictable dynamics surviving by staying small agreeable or invisible So the adult part of you says I should speak up. But the younger protective part says We dont do that. Its not safe. Both make sense. Healing isnt about"
YouTube Link 2025-12-16T23:50Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"What is the right time for EMDR Therapy Thinking about starting EMDR therapy but not sure if now is the right time There is such a thing as good timing with EMDR. Your brain and nervous system need space to process decompress and recalibrate between sessions. During the early stages of EMDR it is completely normal to experience: disturbed sleep feeling a bit on edge difficulty concentrating mental or emotional fatigue These shifts are temporary and they usually improve as your system adjusts. But if you are entering a high pressure season of life working late nights or needing peak cognitive"
YouTube Link 2025-12-05T05:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"What is Proper Case Conceptualization If you rush case conceptualization you risk missing the whole map. Most new EMDR clinicians want to jump straight into processing but the truth is that the early sessions are where your outcomes are built. Slowing down is not a delay it is preparation. In EMDR proper case conceptualization helps you: Understand the clients history and how it connects to today Identify dissociation or parts work needs early Clarify present triggers past targets and future templates Build the resourcing foundation that keeps processing safe and effective When you anchor the"
YouTube Link 2025-12-03T17:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Authenticity Is Already Inside You #shorts Authenticity is not something you hunt for. It is something you notice when you drift away from it. Gabor reminds us that the moment you catch yourself not saying the yes or no your body already knows you are meeting your authentic self. Therapists see this every day in the room. The notice is the work. When clients struggle to assert their truth we often explore the belief underneath. What do they fear will happen if they are fully seen What story are they carrying about what authenticity costs And as Gabor says the noticing itself is the part of"
YouTube Link 2025-11-21T17:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Fear isnt the enemy. Fighting it is. #shorts Fear isnt the enemy. Fighting it is. Most people hear the only thing to fear is fear itself and think its inspirational. As trauma therapists we hear: so youre describing panic disorder. Fear is actually a protective system. But when we resist it suppress it or try to outrun it it spikes. Thats when it stops working with us and starts working against us. Heres the reframe I teach clients and consultees all the time: When fear shows up use discernment not judgment. Instead of why am I like this try: Is this fear helping me or hurting me"
YouTube Link 2025-11-19T19:24Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"What if your anxiety means EMDR worked 💡 What if your anxiety means EMDR worked That jolt of fear or tension in a dangerous or high-stress moment isnt proof youve gone backward. Its actually your nervous system doing its job. Before EMDR your system mightve shut down in those same moments freeze dissociate go numb. Now your brain and body are mobilizing to protect you. Thats not regression. Thats regulation. Its okay to feel anxious when things are unsafe. It means your system finally trusts you to fight or flee when you need to. ✨Healing isnt about never feeling anxious. Its about your body"
YouTube Link 2025-11-19T17:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Unpopular Opinion from an EMDR Therapist 💥HOW TO FIND A GREAT EMDR THERAPIST When youre trying to find an EMDR therapist or any therapist for that matter this is so important: Find a therapist who can tolerate discomfort and not try to make you feel better as soon as you start getting activated. Being able to allow you to process whats been held back for so long is such an important part of the EMDR therapy process. Things that can easily impact a clients progress in therapy include: - worrying that the client will get mad at them (the therapist) so they avoid saying or addressing certain"
YouTube Link 2025-11-14T17:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Newbie EMDR therapist before session #shorts 🚨Heres a tip: Dont stress it so much I know EMDR can feel so overwhelming when you first get trained - but the truth is - it doesnt have to be so structured and perfect Its way more important to make sure you understand the concepts and theory behind WHY EMDR works. Once you do then youre able to weave using EMDR seamlessly into your sessions without even really thinking about it. Does it take time Yes. Does it take practice Yes. This is why consultation and professional development is such an important part of learning the EMDR learning process."
YouTube Link 2025-11-07T20:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Therapists this one gets missed all the time 👇 #shorts Therapists this one gets missed all the time 👇 Before you start reprocessing resourcing or even mapping targets you have to ask your client: What are your goals for EMDR therapy How will we know our work together is successful 🧠 Without a clear goal EMDR can lose direction and both therapist and client end up feeling uncertain about progress. When you co-create goals from the start your treatment plan becomes more focused realistic and client-centered. ✨ Dont skip it. Set the target before you start aiming. 🎯 Save this for your next"
YouTube Link 2025-11-06T20:45Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Your inner child doesnt just need a hug #shorts Your inner child doesnt just need a hug. They need you to be the adult they wish they had growing up. 💛 For some individuals that means being protective - setting boundaries saying no or finally standing up for yourself in ways you never could before. In EMDR this often shows up when we install protective figures: internal representations of safety strength or care that the nervous system never had access to. Were creating a frame of reference to connect to once we start reprocessing - and creating access to a resource that can help outside of"
YouTube Link 2025-11-04T20:45Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Anxiety Hacks that actually works Ever notice how anxiety makes you forget to breathe or makes every inhale feel shallow and tight Thats your sympathetic nervous system (your fight-or-flight response) working overtime. Heres a simple nervous system reset: 🫁 Make your exhale longer than your inhale. Your inhale activates the stress response (sympathetic). Your exhale activates calm (parasympathetic). A longer exhale tells your body: Youre safe. ✨ Tools like CalmiGo take that concept even further combining guided breathing scent and gentle vibration to help your body return to baseline faster."
YouTube Link 2025-11-02T15:01Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Healing starts with one new thought #shorts Ever notice how your thoughts can spiral you into feeling worse 🧠 Dr. Daniel Amen explains it perfectly: write the thought down and ask Is this true As therapists (and humans) we see how powerful it is to challenge distorted thinking. When you pause to notice question and reframe youre literally rewiring your brain. This is what we do in EMDR therapy and trauma work all the time taking those automatic shame-filled fear-based thoughts and bringing them into awareness so they lose their power. You dont have to believe every thought your brain serves"
YouTube Link 2025-10-31T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Proper case conceptualization in EMDR Therapy #shorts Proper case conceptualization in EMDR therapy isnt a nice-to-have. Its essential if you want your clients to get the best results possible. If youve ever felt all over the place when organizing client information (🙋♀ same) you know how hard it is to keep the full clinical picture clear. Thats exactly why I created my EMDR Case Conceptualization Form one place to map everything you need for treatment planning. It helps you track 👇 ✔ Client goals + current symptoms ✔ Factors that may affect reprocessing ✔ Themes patterns and present-day"
YouTube Link 2025-10-29T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"You're an EMDR Therapist but also a Mom Walking into the office at 8:30am after the mother of all sensory meltdowns and toddler tantrums galore 🫠 Being a therapist and a parent are two roles that mean everything to me. And theres so much overlap in between those roles. Because both require regulation and attunement. My job is to be a regulated and regulating presence for my clients aaaand for my children. And Im also a human being with a nervous system that gets stressed and taxed just like everyone elses. As therapists we dont get to just ignore our own nervous system because we understand"
YouTube Link 2025-10-27T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Anxiety Hack That Actually Works Ever notice how anxiety makes you forget to breathe or makes every inhale feel shallow and tight Thats your sympathetic nervous system (your fight-or-flight response) working overtime. Heres a simple nervous system reset: 🫁 Make your exhale longer than your inhale. Your inhale activates the stress response (sympathetic). Your exhale activates calm (parasympathetic). A longer exhale tells your body: Youre safe. ✨ Tools like CalmiGo take that concept even further combining guided breathing scent and gentle vibration to help your body return to baseline faster."
YouTube Link 2025-10-26T14:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Group [--] Youre in the group of people who actually get that healing happens in the body not just the mind. Group [--] = The ones who get that talking can only take them so far. Group [--] = the ones who are healing their nervous system healing for generations before them and changing the future for generations after them. If you use eye movements tappers buzzers or any form of bilateral stimulation you know first hand what a game changer EMDR therapy can be. Are you in Group [--] yet #emdrtherapy #group7 #nervoussystemreset #traumainformedtherapy EMDR Therapy Group [--] The EMDR Coach EMDR Therapy Group 7"
YouTube Link 2025-10-25T14:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"The pain of growing up being compared What @khloekardashian shared on @jayshettys podcast is something so many people quietly carry: the pain of growing up being compared not for what you did but for who you were. 👉 When a child constantly hears subtle messages like youre not like them youre the different one or youre not enough the brain doesnt just hear words it encodes shame. And shame unlike guilt becomes a deep belief about who you are. Khlos reflection that she now goes out of her way to make sure no child feels excluded is a beautiful example of reparenting in action. When we heal we"
YouTube Link 2025-10-24T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"You cant expect a child to calm emotions theyve been taught to hide. When a child is told to stop crying calm down or be tough theyre not learning emotional control theyre learning emotional suppression. They start believing that sadness anger and fear are wrong. So they bottle it up. They shove it down. And those emotions They dont disappear they resurface later as anxiety irritability perfectionism or complete shutdown. ✨ Healing begins when you stop shaming your feelings and start listening to them. Because the goal isnt to get over it. Its to finally feel what your younger self never"
YouTube Link 2025-10-20T16:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Unpopular opinion: Being neutral as a therapist is bullishT 💥 Unpopular opinion: Being neutral as a therapist is bullishT If you want someone who just stares at you with a poker face you can talk to a wall for free. Bc I legit cannot. Especially when it comes to my work as an EMDR therapist. I cant expect my clients to show up as their true authentic selves if Im not capable of doing the same thing. Authenticity isnt a distraction - its the medicine. Your nervous system learns safety and connection from another human being not from a robot who sits there and says mhmm Healing doesnt happen"
YouTube Link 2025-10-18T15:01Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"How do I change my negative self-talk So many people ask me: How do I change my negative self-talk The truth is it starts with your nervous system not just your thoughts. 🧠💙 Our state drives our story. When your limbic system (the emotional part of your brain including the amygdala and hippocampus) is in overdrive your thoughts will reflect that stress. Its not that youre failing at positive thinking or dont have enough willpower its that your brain is stuck in survival mode. ✨ Heres the good news: when we practice regulation things like deep breathing grounding or slowing down with a long"
YouTube Link 2025-10-16T04:00Z [----] followers, [----] engagements
"Therapists Do Your Own Work 📍 Therapists quick reminder from the passenger seat on my way to therapy: Your unprocessed stuff doesnt disappear just because you have good boundaries. It shows up in subtle ways in your tone your energy your countertransference and your clients feel it. You dont have to work on everything. But you do have to know whats in your cup so your clients dont end up drinking from it. ☕ Doing your own work isnt a luxury its part of ethical trauma-informed care. Your healing protects your clients healing. 💛 ✨ Curious whats one thing you do to stay self-aware as a"
YouTube Link 2025-10-13T16:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Accountability vs. Empathy: Why the Difference Matters in Healing So often we confuse empathy with accountability. ✨ Empathy is being able to step into someone elses shoes to understand or feel what its like for them. ✨ Accountability is owning whats actually yours. ✨ Codependency often happens when empathy goes too far when you start owning what isnt yours out of guilt fear or over-responsibility. Heres the nuance: You can hold space for how someone feels without taking on their feelings as your fault. 💙 ➡ You can say: I can understand how that must feel for you without blaming yourself or"
YouTube Link 2025-10-13T04:00Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Mom Guilt Motherhood taught me this: 💛 You can have the perfect routine on paperbut if you cant adapt it all falls apart. Kids dont care about schedules. Sometimes you just have to roll with the chaos. For me movement is non-negotiable 🏋♀it keeps my mental health strong. And building a flexible practice means I can be fully present as a mom and as a therapist. 🎙 From Thoughts from the Couch Podcast Ep. 93: Balancing Acts: Behind the Scenes of Self-Employed Moms ✨ Full conversation + blog here:"
YouTube Link 2025-10-05T14:01Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
"Creating Balance as a mom #shorts Motherhood has taught me one thing loud and clear: you can have the perfect routine on paper but if you dont learn to adapt it all falls apart. Kids dont care about your schedule and sometimes you just have to roll with the chaos. 💛 For me movement is non-negotiable if I dont get my workout in early my mental health takes the hit. Beyond that Ive been very intentional about building my practice in a way that lets me be both present for my clients and deeply present as a mom. Growing up I missed my mom while she was working and I didnt want my kids to have"
YouTube Link 2025-10-01T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"The #1 misconception people have about EMDR #shorts Myth: EMDR erases your memories. Truth: EMDR helps your brain reprocess them so they stop hijacking your nervous system. You still rememberwithout the same fight/flight surge. What EMDR does: engages bilateral stimulation (eye movements/taps/tones) lowers the emotional charge and keeps you present and in control (you dont have to share every detail). What it feels like: we resource first (grounding + stabilization) then do brief sets of BLS with check-insalways within your window of tolerance. Who it can help: PTSD anxiety grief phobias"
YouTube Link 2025-09-29T16:01Z [----] followers, [---] engagements
"Motherhood Entrepreneurship and Mental Health: What I Shared on Thoughts From the Couch Podcast Im Dana Caretta Stein trauma-informed therapist (EMDR) group practice owner (Peaceful Living Mental Health Counseling) and mom of two. In this panel convo four powerhouse women share the real behind running businesses while raising kidsroutines (or lack of them) schedules stressors self-care marriage dating mom guilt and the village that makes it possible. This conversation originally aired on Thoughts from the Couch (hosted by psychotherapist & anxiety specialist Justine Carino) Episode [--]. Shared"
YouTube Link 2025-09-23T16:53Z [----] followers, [--] engagements
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