From conception to the time we reach old age, our brain is constantly changing. Its neural networks are growing, reorganizing, creating new pathways, and discarding old ones that are no longer needed. This process, called neuroplasticity, is what allows us to learn, grow, adapt, and...
The Discovery of EMDR Some years ago a psychologist and psychotherapist named Francine Shapiro was on a walk in the woods mulling over some intrusive thoughts and upsetting memories, as she walked and thought about her life she noticed the intensity of her emotional response...
No one enjoys having nightmares. We all experience them at some point in our lives, but for some they can occur so frequently that it may feel like their dreams are consumed by fear, anxiety, or disturbing things. Unfortunately this can spill into our day,...
“Toughen up!” “Get a thicker skin.” “You’re too emotional.” “Don’t take things so personally!” Do these comments sound familiar? If so, you may have what is called sensory processing sensitivity (SPS) along with 15-20% of the population. Those of us with SPS are often called...