In the evolving field of mental health, few concepts have gained as much traction—or as much misunderstanding—as trauma-informed practice and trauma therapy. Although they are closely related, these terms are not interchangeable. For clinicians, educators, and allied professionals, understanding their distinctions is more than a…
In the world of mental health, we’re finally starting to listen—not just to words, but to bodies. For decades, therapy has leaned heavily on cognition: What do you think about that? Let’s reframe this thought. But what if healing doesn’t begin in the head? What…
Picture this: You’re curled up in your favorite blanket, a cup of tea in hand, talking to your therapist while your cat watches, judgmentally, from across the room. Or perhaps you’re sitting in a comfy office, the faint smell of lavender in the air, nodding…
When seeking mental health support, you may come across two types of professionals: interns and fully licensed clinicians. While both are valuable in their own right, they bring different levels of experience, training, and perspectives to the therapy room. So, let’s break it down—no jargon,…