4 Powerful Rituals to Help Heal Trauma and LossPTSD & TraumaBy dreamscapeJuly 6, 2018By Tiffany Dzioba, PsyD, LMFT, Executive Director of Promises The clients we serve suffer from significant mental illness, many times with a co-occurring addiction, and most have experienced profound trauma in their lives. They’ve spent much of their lives struggling with pain that has compromised their functioning and taken away hope. The healing process is…
A Legacy of Trauma: How Sexual Abuse Can Impact Future GenerationsPTSD & TraumaBy dreamscapeJanuary 11, 2018The #MeToo movement has gone viral following sexual harassment and sexual misconduct allegations against a growing list of celebrities. It’s a powerful and needed movement that’s only beginning to shed light on the depth and scale of the problem. “I’m glad people are coming forward,” says Sherry Young, PhD, CSAT, a senior clinical outreach director…
Spiritually Integrated Psychotherapy: How It Heals TraumaPTSD & TraumaBy dreamscapeDecember 29, 2017By Tiffany Dzioba, PsyD, LMFT, Clinical Program Director, Promises Malibu Vista Addressing spirituality and spiritual issues in psychotherapy can be an integral part of helping clients heal from trauma and achieve post-traumatic growth. Spiritual concepts such as forgiveness, meaning-making, surrender and connectedness can help clients integrate traumatic events and move forward with new narratives and…
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder in MenPTSD & TraumaBy dreamscapeSeptember 15, 2017Anyone exposed to a highly traumatic situation with the potential to cause injury or death can develop diagnosable symptoms of the mental health condition called post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD. However, for a number of reasons, men have PTSD risks that differ from those found in women. In addition, men who develop the disorder can…
Trauma Reenactment Can Run (and Ruin) Our LivesPTSD & TraumaBy dreamscapeJuly 7, 2017By Natalia Balasundaram, Trauma Therapist, Promises, Young Adult Program Amy grew up in a household that was dominated by her father’s cocaine addiction. She stayed away from drugs, but she always seemed to find partners with drug problems. A part of her hoped she could save them in a way that she could not save…
The Social Stigma of PTSDPTSD & TraumaBy dreamscapeFebruary 9, 2017Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a brutal and debilitating illness that affects people who have experienced traumas of all types — from combat veterans, and rape survivors, to survivors of childhood sexual abuse and domestic violence. Overcoming the symptoms of PTSD (anxiety, flashbacks and re-experiencing, among others) is difficult enough, but the social stigma of…
Equine Therapy for Trauma VictimsPTSD & TraumaBy dreamscapeFebruary 2, 2017Equine therapy is an excellent option for trauma victims who have a hard time opening up about their experiences or who feel overwhelming anxiety or panic. Equine therapy provides a unique environment in which individuals are able to heal their invisible wounds in a way that is intuitive and fun. When some people first hear…
Effects of Domestic ViolencePTSD & TraumaBy dreamscapeJanuary 28, 2017Domestic violence can cause serious mental health issues, like hypervigilance, which is a symptom of PTSD. If you or someone you care about is suffering from domestic violence, don’t wait to get help. The effects of domestic violence can have serious long-term consequences. Types of Domestic Violence Domestic violence is a traumatizing ordeal that comes…
How to Manage Trauma Triggers During the HolidaysPTSD & TraumaBy dreamscapeNovember 23, 2016The holidays can be a difficult time for people who struggle with the impact of childhood traumatic experiences and PTSD. Trauma therapist Laurie Kahn, MA, MFA, LCPC, is the founder and director of Womencare Counseling Center, co-creator of the Trauma Consultation Program, and author of the forthcoming Baffled By Love: Stories of the Lasting Impact…
5 Misconceptions About Treating Trauma in Drug RehabPTSD & TraumaBy dreamscapeSeptember 7, 2016What’s trauma got to do with drug rehab treatment? More than you might think. Misconceptions about the link between trauma and addiction and the ways trauma is treated keep some people stuck in a relapse cycle. Are any of these beliefs standing between you and recovery? #1 Only a small number of people with addiction…
