Learn about how trauma affects the brain and body, the stages of recovery, and the psychology behind healing. These articles deepen your understanding and help you make sense of your experiences.
This comprehensive guide serves as your starting point for understanding trauma and the healing process. While we’ll cover the essential concepts you need to know—from how trauma affects your nervous system to evidence-based recovery approaches—each section connects to more detailed resources where you can dive deeper into specific topics that resonate with your journey. Whether…
Internal Family Systems (IFS) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) are two counselling models that can bring powerful shifts in trauma recovery. Navigating the counselling field can feel overwhelming—especially when you’re trying to find the right support to heal from trauma. Some counsellors work with approaches that aren’t trauma-focused, while others offer methods that…
Welcome to Trauma Demystified, a podcast brought to you by Bright Horizon Therapies. I am Natalie Jovanic, your host on this journey. Before we dive into today’s episode, I want to express my gratitude. Trauma Demystified has grown incredibly this year, and I’m deeply thankful to everyone who tunes in, shares the episodes, and supports…
Welcome to Trauma Demystified, which was brought to you by Bright Horizon Therapies. I am Natalie Jovanic, your host on this journey. In today’s episode, we’ll dive into EMDR: What to expect. EMDR is an evidence-based treatment that has shown remarkable effectiveness in addressing PTSD and trauma. Having worked with EMDR for quite some time,…
As a trauma counsellor and coach providing online trauma counselling in Alberta, I’ve witnessed how accessible, flexible care can transform healing. I work with clients across Alberta—from Calgary to rural areas—as well as internationally. Whether you’re managing chronic health conditions, living in a remote area, or simply prefer the comfort of your own space, online…
Trauma counselling differs from traditional talk therapy in several key ways, which often leads people to ask, ‘What happens in trauma counselling?’ When we’ve experienced trauma—whether we’re fully aware of it or not—we often feel disconnected from our sense of safety. We may have parts of ourselves that avoid looking at what’s happened or fear…
I once worked with a client who had experienced sexual abuse in their childhood. Despite having worked with various counsellors and therapists, they felt stuck in their healing process. During our free consultation, I explained what trauma counselling was. After three months, they expressed gratitude after an EMDR session. They had finally made progress after…
Welcome to “Trauma Demystified,” a podcast brought to you by Bright Horizon Therapies. I am Natalie Jovanic, and I will be your host as we explore the world of Polyvagal theory for trauma. Throughout today’s episode, we will delve deep into the complexities of Polyvagal theory, shedding light on its role in our nervous system’s…
Do you feel sad, but you lack recognition from others? Do you sometimes feel that your grief is inappropriate and that you shouldn’t feel this way? This can be a sign that you experience disenfranchised grief. Some of our losses are socially acceptable; others are not. Disenfranchised grief is when our grief is socially silenced…
Welcome to today’s episode of Trauma Demystified! It’s all about parts-work therapy and how it can help you heal from trauma. Before I get into the content, I apologize for this episode coming out very late. I was invited as a guest to some other trauma-related podcasts and needed more time to finish it. I’ve…
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