Best This Traumainformed Care Podcasts (2024)

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EMDR Therapy for Male Veterans 43:55

1h ago43:55

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In this powerful episode, we delve into the transformative world of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, tailored explicitly for male veterans. Join us as we explore the unique challenges faced by veterans dealing with trauma and the profound impact EMDR can have on their healing journey. Listen as EMDR therapist Lauren Ric…

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Working as a Team with Your Spouse 30:10

5h ago30:10

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Send us a text Imagine embarking on a journey that challenges every preconceived notion you had about family and faith. That's exactly the path Bruce and I found ourselves on, navigating the landscape of foster care and adoption. In this episode, we share our story of overcoming initial fears and uncertainties, and how our unique personalities help…

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Transforming Parenthood Through Holistic Wellness 16:50

15d ago16:50

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Send us a text What if the key to thriving as a foster or adoptive parent lies in how you care for yourself? Join me, Nicole T Barlow, as we shift the focus to self-care and wellness, an often overlooked yet crucial component of trauma-informed parenting. In our latest episode of Foster Parent Well, we explore how nurturing your body and spirit can…

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Healing Families: How EMDR Therapy Can Help 36:32

15d ago36:32

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Families come in many shapes and sizes. No matter how big or small, families matter for many reasons. This episode is dedicated to exploring the transformative power of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy for families. Join us as we delve into how EMDR can help families heal from trauma, improve communication, and strengthe…

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Navigating Ambiguous Loss: Grief as a Foster Parent 21:56

24d ago21:56

21:56

Send us a text What happens when welcoming a new child into your home brings both immeasurable joy and profound heartbreak? Journey with me, Nicole T Barlow, as I recount my personal experience with the unpredictable waves of fostering and adoption. I open up about the bittersweet reality of forming new bonds and routines, only to face the heart-wr…

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EMDR Therapy for Immigrants 22:49

29d ago22:49

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An immigrant is someone who comes to live permanently in a foreign country. The United States of America is well known for its rich history of immigrants. That said, not every immigrant's story is the same, no matter the home country they leave or the new country they call home. However, often, their pathways in immigrating from one country to anot…

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Secrets to Better Sleep for Parents and Children 17:31

1M ago17:31

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Send us a text What if you could transform your sleep quality and wake up feeling truly refreshed? Discover the secrets to healthy sleep habits and routines that can make this a reality. Nicole dives into the importance of sleep for foster and adoptive parents by creating routine like morning activities like walking outside and getting sunlight, as…

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Building Resilience: Raquel McCloud’s Journey in Kinship Care and Adoption 1:02:04

1M ago1:02:04

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered what it takes to build resilience and hope amidst the complexities of the foster care and adoption system? Join us as we sit down with the inspiring Raquel McCloud, who opens up about her incredible journey from a child in kinship care to a kinship adoptive mom. Raquel’s story is a testament to the power of per…

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EMDR Therapy for Culturally-Based Trauma and Adversity 35:17

2M ago35:17

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We delve into the transformative world of EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy and its profound impact on culturally-based trauma and adversity. Join our guest, EMDR Certified Therapist, Consultant, and Trainer Mark Nickerson, LICSW, as we explore how EMDR, a powerful therapeutic approach, can address and heal the deep-seate…

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Supporting Biological Children in the Foster Care Journey 38:41

2M ago38:41

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered how fostering can transform a family's dynamics and individual lives? Join us on today's Foster Parent Well podcast as we welcome Daniela Coates, a licensed master social worker from Texas with a profoundly personal connection to the world of foster care. Daniela's unique upbringing in a foster family, inspired…

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Living Out Your Faith in Foster Care and Adoption 10:36

2M ago10:36

10:36

Send us a text Living out your faith means that you are going to live differently. It means that our main purpose is to love God and love others well. So what does that look like in foster care and adoption? What are the ways that we can share hope and grace to people that are hurting? Today we discuss just that...we talk about practical ways that …

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EMDR and Ketamine-Assisted Therapy 1:13:22

2M ago1:13:22

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Join us on a transformative journey as we delve into two innovative therapeutic approaches: EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and Ketamine-Assisted Therapy. We uncover the profound impact of EMDR therapy, a method acclaimed for its effectiveness in treating trauma and pain by integrating bilateral stimulation to facilitate emotio…

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Building Healthy Relationships with Birth Families in Foster Care and Adoption 14:34

2M ago14:34

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Send us a text This episode uncovers the profound importance of fostering healthy relationships with birth families in foster and adoptive care. Through stories of my own struggles and experiences, we highlight the need for trust, genuine intentions, and respect in building positive dynamics. Inspired by Jonah's story, we explore how offering hope …

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Foster Care Will Change You: A Journey of Restoration 12:42

2M ago12:42

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Send us a text What if the very challenges you face in foster care and adoption could transform you into a stronger, more compassionate person? This week, join me, Nicole T. Barlow, on the Foster Parent Well podcast. This episode is a heartfelt exploration of how upheavals in our routines can open up new paths for self-care and growth. Drawing on i…

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EMDR Therapy for Persons with Disabilities 35:26

3M ago35:26

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Kriss Jarecki, LCSWR, is no stranger to navigating the world with a disability. She is legally blind. However, she also runs a successful therapy practice that includes EMDR. According to the World Health Organization, 16 percent of the global population experience significant disability. How can EMDR therapists treat clients with disabilities? How…

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Empowering Parents with Somatic Techniques 40:22

3M ago40:22

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Send us a text What if recognizing when you're living in survival mode could transform your parenting journey? Join us as we welcome Tatiana Szulc, LMHC a licensed trauma and somatic therapist, who shares how the body-oriented approach of somatic experiencing changed her life. Tatiana's personal story of overcoming burnout in 2020 serves as a power…

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Fostering Hope: Melissa Smallwood on Navigating Burnout in Foster Care and Adoption 34:13

3M ago34:13

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Send us a text Can fostering hope transform your life? Join us as we welcome the incredible Melissa Smallwood, a counselor, family coach, and former foster youth, who opens up about her powerful journey from middle school foster care to becoming a foster and adoptive mother. Discover essential strategies to combat and prevent burnout in foster and …

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Polyvagal-Informed EMDR Therapy 24:25

3M ago24:25

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Polyvagal theory and EMDR are two well-respected theoretical and practical models with immense implications for therapeutic practice. What is polyvagal theory, and how does it work with EMDR therapy? What should EMDR therapists know about integrating this into their work? How can polyvagal-informed EMDR therapy help to heal trauma? Learn more from …

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EMDR Therapy, Work Trauma and BIPOC Women 36:43

4M ago36:43

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According to the Lean In Project 2021 report, "Women in the Workplace: Black Women," more than 60 percent of Black women have been personally affected by racial trauma in the last year. In a 2024 report from Lean In, "The State of Latinas in Corporate America," only one percent of C-suite executives are Latina. How can EMDR therapy help women of co…

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EMDR Therapy and Stress Resilience 21:07

4M ago21:07

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The American Psychological Association defines stress resilience as “the process of adapting well in the face of adversity, trauma, tragedy, threats, or significant sources of stress." Stress and trauma are often part of life. How can we learn to be more resilient when facing stress and trauma? Can EMDR therapy help? Find out what Rachael Miller, L…

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EMDR Therapy, Eating Disorders and Sexual Abuse 37:34

5M ago37:34

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What happens when you see a therapist for an issue you are having, only to discover that there is another underlying issue fueling the first? Patty Cabot met EMDR Certified Therapist and Consultant Leah Leatherbee, LCSW-R, to help with her eating disorder, which was driven by years of sexual abuse. How can EMDR therapy help? Focal Point Blog: EMDR …

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Summer Break Announcement 2:44

5M ago2:44

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Send us a text Join me, Nicole T. Barlow, as I share some exciting news and give you a sneak peek into what to expect from the next season. Season 1 has been a rollercoaster of incredible stories and invaluable lessons on foster care, adoption, and dealing with trauma—thank you for being a part of it. As we gear up for Season 2, which kicks off on …

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Equipping Foster and Adoptive Parents: The Power of Ongoing Training 36:32

5M ago36:32

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Send us a text Ever wondered how continuous training can transform your journey as a foster or adoptive parent? Join us as we sit down with Katrina Campbell, the Director of Training at FaithBridgeU, to uncover the complexities of children's suffering and its profound impact on their behavior and emotional development. Katrina opens up about her pe…

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EMDR Therapy for Dissociation in Children & Adolescents 31:51

5M ago31:51

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How does EMDR therapy help children and teens make sense of the internal fragmentation of dissociation? An active and flexible approach to EMDR makes therapists bolder in leading young people to trauma work, even in cases with significant and complex early trauma. Children and teens have unique developmental challenges. How does an EMDR therapist s…

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Transforming Challenges into Blessings in Foster Care 14:43

5M ago14:43

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Send us a text How does one nurture hope and resilience in children who have faced profound trauma? Join me on this heartfelt episode of the Foster Parent Well podcast as I share intimate and candid reflections on the emotional complexities of fostering and adopting traumatized children. Through personal stories from my own family, we confront the …

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Calm in the Eye of the Storm: Strategies for Foster and Adoptive Parents 23:02

5M ago23:02

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Send us a text Navigating the stormy waters of foster and adoptive parenting with grace and strength is no small feat. Join me, Nicole T Barlow, as I share experience as a mother of six, the transformative power of maintaining calm and regulation in the face of our children's trauma-induced turmoil. I will give you seven key strategies to a way to …

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EMDR Therapy for Eating Disorders 45:20

6M ago45:20

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Did you know that one person dies from an eating disorder every hour? Did you also know that EMDR therapy can help? EMDR-certified therapist and consultant Marnie Davis, MA. LMHC discusses her experience with clients who have eating disorders and how EMDR therapy heals. Jim Knipe's Loving Eyes Protocol What is AIP (Adaptive Information Processing)?…

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The #1 Rule of Foster Care- It's Not About You 19:15

6M ago19:15

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Send us a text It's not about you- and that's a good thing. As we observe National Foster Care Month, I delve deep into the heart of foster parenting and adoption, confronting the misconception that this path is a means to fill our voids, and instead, frame it as an opportunity to pour out our love for children in need, a true embodiment of selfles…

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EMDR Therapy for Serious Illness 51:46

6M ago51:46

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Cancer. HIV/Aids. Long Covid. Back, joint, and muscular-skeletal pain. Pulmonary diseases. What do these all have in common? They are considered a serious illness. People who deal with them are usually in it for the long run. Serious illness is a health condition that carries a high risk of mortality AND either negatively impacts a person's daily f…

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Letting Go of Control: Finding Strength and Security in Foster Care and Adoption 14:46

6M ago14:46

14:46

Send us a text Struggling to steer through the unpredictable journey of foster care and adoption, I've often grappled with the need to keep a tight grip on every turn and decision. It's a road marked by both yearning and anxiety, where the desire for control often feels like the only seatbelt we have. Throughout our deeply personal conversation, I …

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The Art of Attachment with Trauma-Impacted Foster and Adopted Children 20:41

6M ago20:41

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Send us a text Every heart has the capacity for deep connections, but what happens when a child's early experiences have tarnished their ability to bond? Join me, Nicole T Barlow, as we navigate the tender journey of building bridges to attachment with foster children. In an exploration, we delve into the attachment cycle and how it paves the way f…

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When We Face Trauma as Caregivers: Working on Wellness with Stefanie Armstrong 39:58

7M ago39:58

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Send us a text Discover the transformative power of nurturing both mind and body as Stefanie Armstrong, a respected mental health therapist and health coach, joins us to unravel the complex tapestry of parenting within the foster care and adoption. Together, we explore the profound ways in which wellness practices can anchor parents amidst the turb…

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EMDR Therapy for Panic Attacks 23:16

7M ago23:16

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According to the U.S. National Institute for Mental Health, an estimated 4.7 percent of the population experience a panic disorder at some time in their lives. They define a panic disorder as "an anxiety disorder characterized by unexpected and repeated episodes of intense fear accompanied by physical symptoms that may include chest pain, heart pal…

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Strong Marriages for Parents in Foster Care and Adoption 33:00

7M ago33:00

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Send us a text Have you ever wondered how the strength of a marriage can be the bedrock for a nurturing family environment? Join me, Nicole T. Barlow, as I convene with the remarkable Jennifer Haines, who brings to the table a wealth of experience in blending biological and adoptive children into a harmonious family unit. We navigate the complexiti…

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Tackling Stress in Foster Care & Adoption and Finding Time for Self Care 30:04

7M ago30:04

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Send us a text Struggling with stress is a familiar battle for many of us, but when you add the unique pressures of foster care and adoption into the mix, the weight can feel unbearable. That's why it's critical to prioritize self-care, not as an indulgence but as a vital necessity. Join me, Nicole T Barlow, as we unpack the reality of stress in th…

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EMDR Therapy and Improving Sports Performance 55:50

7M ago55:50

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A study in 2022 from the National Council of Youth Sports reported that 60 million youths between the ages of six and 18 are playing organized sports. Yet, seven out of those 10 youths dropped out by age 13. Can past traumas impact an athlete's performance? Yes, says EMDR-certified therapist and consultant Jennie Abito Carlestav, LMFT. Learn more a…

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Embracing the Call: Faith's Role in Transforming Foster and Adoptive Parenthood 33:01

7M ago33:01

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Send us a text Embark on an extraordinary exploration of faith, resilience, and the transformative power of fostering and adoption with our special guest Mandie Summers. As a full-time missionary with the Jesus Film Project and a seasoned foster and adoptive parent, Mandie illuminates her journey and the pivotal role spirituality plays in navigatin…

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Opening Doors, Opening Hearts- The need for more foster homes affects us all 21:57

8M ago21:57

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Send us a text Hey there, Foster Parent Well family! It's Nicole T Barlow here, and in this heart-to-heart episode, we're diving into a topic that's close to my heart and, I believe, crucial for our community: the need for more Christian foster and adoptive homes. It's just you and me today, and I'm eager to share some thoughts, stories, and maybe …

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The Unseen Journey: Shifting the Hero Narrative in Foster and Adoption 27:28

8M ago27:28

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Send us a text Welcome to another episode of Foster Parent Well with Nicole T. Barlow. Today, we're diving deep with our special guest, Jennifer Haines, into the often-misunderstood narrative of foster and adoptive parenting. This episode, titled "The Unseen Journey: Shifting the Hero Narrative in Foster and Adoption," challenges the notion that fo…

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Nicole T Barlow- My Foster Care and Adoption Story 12:40

8M ago12:40

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Send us a text Hey there, welcome to "Foster Parent Well," the podcast where I dive deep into the real, raw, and rewarding world of foster care and adoption and talk about taking care of ourselves as we go. This isn't just any show; it's a personal journey, a collection of stories, and a community for anyone who's navigated or is curious about the …

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EMDR Therapy and the American Asian, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander Population 22:31

8M ago22:31

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According to the U.S. Census 2019, there were an estimated 22.9 million Asian Americans, 1.6 million Native Hawaiians, and other Pacific Islanders (AANHPI), together accounting for 7.2 percent of the nation's population. The percentage of Asian alone-or-in-combination military veterans in 2021 was 2.4 percent. While the population numbers might see…

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EMDR Therapy for Suicide & Postvention 33:49

8M ago33:49

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According to the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, suicide is the 11th leading cause of death in the U.S. In 2021, 48,183 Americans died by suicide and 1.70 million attempts. The numbers tracked by the World Health Organization are more staggering: more than 700,000 people die each year by suicide. How can EMDR therapy help those consider…

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Foster Parent Well Trailer 1:37

8M ago1:37

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Send us a text Welcome to the Foster Parent Well Podcast Trailer with host, Nicole T Barlow– your gateway to a journey of endurance, resilience, and faith-filled parenting for foster and adoptive moms. Nicole invites you to delve into a series dedicated to empowering you to become the best version of yourself, enabling you to provide a loving and s…

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EMDR Therapy for Moral Injury 29:34

9M ago29:34

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What is moral injury, and who can it impact? Moral injury, as defined by this episode's guest is: It is an existential and or spiritual crisis. that can be the consequence of having been trained to override the intrinsic and instinctive aversion to the taking of human life, that it is about killing, which is an act that can't be undone. And that hu…

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Anti-Oppression EMDR Therapy for the LGBTQA+ Community 32:50

9M ago32:50

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What does it mean to create an anti-oppressive EMDR therapy practice? It means that EMDR therapists take account of the impact of power, inequity, and oppression on people and actively combat it. How can EMDR therapists offer anti-oppressive EMDR therapy for the LGBTQA+ community? EMDR-certified therapist, consultant, and trainer Roshni Chabra, LMF…

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Technical Innovations in Delivering EMDR Therapy 22:30

10M ago22:30

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The global COVID-19 pandemic forced us to find new ways to do things. Providing therapy was no different. Because of this, EMDRIA created Online EMDR Therapy Resources for its members. As the world emerged from lockdown, many EMDR therapists continued to see clients virtually. Are there potential tools that can help facilitate therapy sessions? Yes…

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EMDR Therapy and Neurodiversity 58:04

10M ago58:04

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The Cleveland Clinic defines neurodivergent as people whose brain differences affect how their brain works. How can EMDR therapists work with this population, and what do they need to know to serve their clients? EMDR-certified therapist and consultant Laurel Thornton discusses EMDR therapy, neurodiversity, and the neurodivergent. The Network Balan…

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EMDR Therapy for Vicarious Trauma 28:10

11M ago28:10

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What is vicarious trauma, and how can EMDR therapy help? How does our constant connection to images on the news or social media impact us? How do EMDR therapists find outlets for the trauma that they see and hear in their clients? Find out more from EMDR UK Accredited EMDR Therapist Lee Anna Simmons in this episode. Resources Headington Institute "…

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E36: Sabaidee Fest Reflections (Part 2) ft. Somlit, Joy, and Susan 29:37

11M ago29:37

29:37

On this week's surprise episode of Healing Out Lao'd, we released PART 2 of the Sabaidee Fest Reflection Series!!! [Sabaidee Fest is the largest Southeast Asian music and cultural festival] Part 2 takes a deep dive and highlights the POV of 4 Lao-identified diaspora attendees of Sabaidee Fest: Somlit, Joy, and Susan!!! Individually and collectively…

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EMDR Therapy and Anxiety 23:23

11M ago23:23

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Anxiety is intense, excessive, persistent worry and fears about everyday situations. Four percent of the world's population experiences anxiety disorders. That may not sound like a large number, but it equals more than 301 million people worldwide. Can EMDR therapy help? EMDR-certified therapist Nancy Andino, LCSW, CASAC, says yes. Find out how EMD…

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