Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy in Los Angeles
Many of us aren't aware of when we experience trauma. But if you react in a ph
What is Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)?
Trauma can completely disrupt your li
How Does a Therapist Support this Process?
To understand EMDR therapy, you should un
The Phases of Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
To understand EMDR therapy, you should understand Traumatic memories are dysfunctional neural networks that limit our ability to process and resolve traumatic stress.
These dysfunctional neural networks are connected t.
Preparation
EMDR therapy helps bridge the gap between trau
Induction
EMDR therapy helps bridge the gap between trau
Integration
EMDR therapy helps bridge the gap between trau
Potential Benefits of Ketamine Treatment
To understand EMDR therapy, you should un
FAQs About Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy
EMDR therapy has been around for 30 years and has gone through rigorous evidence-based testing, but it may seem a bit strange to you.
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Many people think trauma is reserved for those who Mood
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For those who experience trauma, recalling the traumatic memory might seem counterintuitive to healing. Some of your memories might cause you a lot of pain, and we don't want to re-traumatize you. But this recall is crucial to healing, and you can experience EMDR and not be re-traumatized.
In fact, research shows us that we can’t make the trauma worse or re-traumatize you with EMDR therapy.
Keep in mind that while you receive EMDR, your therapist is closely observing you. If your EMDR therapist notices that you are displaying signs of distress like anxiety, jaw clenching, foot tapping, etc. they will dial it back. You are also free to tell your therapist that it's a bit too much and that you need to pause.
Listening to your body will help you heal. If you're upset, notice and express those emotions.
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If you believe that you are living with trauma, EMDR c
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If you're interested in EMDR therapy in Los Angeles, contact us today to meet with one of our EMDR therapists. We understand the toll that trauma takes on a person, and we would be honored to help you from our Los Angeles, CA-based practice. You can schedule a complimentary phone consultation with Highland Park Therapy by clicking the button below.
Other Services Offered With Highland Park Therapy
Our team of caring therapists is happy to offer a variety of mental health services to offer support for you and your family. We understand you are a complex person that may experience more than one mental health concern. This is why we are happy to offer online therapy and in-person therapy services from the Los Angeles, CA area, and across the state. Other services we offer include depression treatment, teen therapy, grief counseling, online therapy, eating disorders, and LGBTQ+ therapy. We would be honored to support you in overcoming past trauma. You can also read more by visiting our blog, FAQ, about us, or groups page.