Psychological First Aid: What You Need to Know
September 30, 2024
by Vanessa H. Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P When disaster strikes, the ground beneath us shifts in ways we often don’t expect. But the internal world of
by Vanessa H. Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P When disaster strikes, the ground beneath us shifts in ways we often don’t expect. But the internal world of
by Emily Rowe, Psy.D. Shame in Religious Trauma Religious trauma often leaves deep emotional wounds that can persist long after someone has left their faith
A trauma-informed approach to healing and finding peace after spiritual abuse and religious trauma. by Vanessa Roddenberry, Ph.D., HSP-P Religion, much like other frameworks that
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a widespread condition that can develop after experiencing a traumatic event. Though similar in name, PTSD is entirely different from
Birth trauma is a profound and often overlooked experience that affects many women and birthing persons, leaving deep emotional and physical scars. This blog explores the complexities of birth trauma, from the severe pain and lack of support during childbirth to the long-term impacts such as PTSD and anxiety. It highlights the importance of recognizing these experiences as legitimate traumas and the need for trauma-informed care to support healing and recovery. By sharing stories of resilience and advocating for compassionate, expert care, we aim to empower mothers to reclaim their well-being and navigate their journey with hope and strength. Recovery is possible with evidence-based, trauma-informed care and a good psychologist.
June 27th, 2022 is National PTSD Screening Day, as envisioned by the National Center for PTSD. Anyone who has encountered a life event that they
In honor of PTSD Awareness Month, we’re pleased to share this drop-in blog post from the National Center for PTSD. When you have PTSD, it’s
As part of PTSD Awareness Month in June, the National Center for PTSD is hosting a Step Up for PTSD Awareness event in which anyone
Unfortunately, the odds are you or someone close to you has endured a traumatic event. The fact is, that more than half of all adults
Suffering through trauma can lead to a complicated emotional response. While not everyone who undergoes a traumatic experience will develop Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), many