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.
There is a lot of hype around EMDR therapy when it comes to trauma therapy. While it is an efficient option for healing PTSD and trauma, it is often hard to find in-depth information. If you are curious about EMDR or consider EMDR as an option, you have come to the right place. This blog…
Welcome to Trauma Demystified, a podcast by Bright Horizon Therapies. I am Natalie Jovanic, your host on this journey of personal growth and healing. Today’s episode is about: What are best practices for trauma treatment? Have you ever wondered how to find effective trauma counselling? Unfortunately, it’s far more complex than simply finding a mental…
This article delves into the world of trauma counselling strategies, providing a comprehensive exploration of transformative approaches to healing from trauma. We’ll explore best-practice counselling tactics, empowering individuals on their path to growth and renewal. Whether you choose in-person or online trauma counselling, this article gives you the clarity to move forward. Significance of trauma…
Welcome to Trauma Demystified, a podcast by Bright Horizon Therapies. I am Natalie Jovanic, your host on this journey of personal growth and healing. Today’s episode is deeply personal, born out of the realization that finding the right counsellor can be a transformative journey, but it’s not always straightforward. In our quest for healing and…
When I first became a counsellor, I felt disappointed that not every counsellor is trained in treating trauma. Due to my healing journey from trauma, I had the naive perspective that every counsellor would be trained so that they could work with the complexities of trauma. Unfortunately, that’s not the case, and it can be…
Welcome to Trauma Demystified, a podcast by Bright Horizon Therapies. I am Natalie Jovanic, your host on this journey. In today’s episode, Thriving after trauma: Setting goals for recovery, I’m not just sharing insights as an experienced trauma-informed counsellor and coach, I’m also delving into the essence of the healing journey, drawing from both professional expertise and my own journey that I shared…
Introduction: Welcome to Trauma Demystified Welcome to Trauma Demystified, a podcast by Bright Horizon Therapies. I’m Natalie Jovanic and I am your host on this journey. In this episode, I’ll be diving into the captivating world of emotions and our nervous system, drawing not only from my extensive experience as a trauma counselor and coach,…
Introduction: Your Guide on the Journey of Healing Trauma Welcome to Trauma Demystified, a podcast by Bright Horizon Therapies. I’m Natalie Jovanic, your host on this journey. In this podcast I draw from my professional expertise as a trauma counsellor and trauma-informed coach, as well as from my lived experience around trauma recovery. In today’s…
I became curious about EMDR for trauma because it seemed to be a magical tool for working with trauma. Its praise has accompanied me throughout my professional career, and I wanted to give my clients state-of-the-art services for their recovery from trauma. Therefore, I decided to get trained in Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR)…
Trauma and recovery have been a theme in my life – whether due to having experienced childhood abuse or systemic trauma. Therefore, delving into the topic of trauma hits close to home for me. Here are the most important things to know about trauma. Many people think that trauma is an exceptional life experience only…
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