A Love Letter
A Love Letter by Keith Williams As I write this today, I am celebrating 30 years of marriage. I must admit that I don't write many love letters these days, but I intend for this to be one. Every day, in my office, I get to do what I love in ...
The Element of Surprise
Surprise is a wonderful thing. I have to own that as a therapist for over 20 years, sometimes I take too much pride in knowing that I have seen so much that it would be hard to surprise me. Yet, if I reflect honestly, there is hardly a day that ...
How To Change Your Memories
What are Maladaptively Stored Memories? Our memories shape who we are, but sometimes, they can hold us back. Maladaptively stored memories are distressing experiences that haven't been properly processed by the brain. They can be intrusive, causing flashbacks, nightmares, and intense emotions. They can be painful events from childhood when ...
Treating Trauma with EMDR
Most of us experience trauma in our lives. Whether your trauma is capital “T” Trauma or a lower-case “t” trauma, everyone experiences these difficult scenarios differently. For some people they can seemingly let it go and not be bothered by it. For others, the difficult scenario can stick with them ...
What is EMDR?
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): Healing from Trauma Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful psychotherapy technique that helps individuals heal from trauma. It's an increasingly popular treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), but it can also be effective for a variety of other challenges stemming from ...
RESET: Hitting the PAUSE Button
CAUTION: Big announcement!!! Embrace the power of vulnerability. Megan discusses the concept of embracing the power of vulnerability. This idea suggests that being vulnerable and open about our emotions and struggles can actually be a source of strength and connection with others. She explains that vulnerability is often seen as ...
RESET: Set Yourself Up for Success
Embrace vulnerability to find strength In today's fast-paced and competitive world, vulnerability is often seen as a weakness. We are taught to be strong, independent, and invulnerable in order to succeed. However, Megan argues that embracing vulnerability can actually lead to greater strength and resilience. She begins by defining vulnerability ...
RESET: Gratitude Rewires the Brain
Embrace change with an open mind Change is an inevitable part of life. Whether we like it or not, change is constantly happening around us. It can be daunting and scary, but it is important to embrace change with an open mind. Megan discusses the importance of being open to ...
RESET: Letting Go of What No Longer Works
Stay curious and keep learning "Stay curious and keep learning." These simple yet powerful words serve as a reminder of the importance of lifelong learning and curiosity in our personal and professional lives. In a world that is constantly evolving and changing, it is essential to embrace a mindset of ...