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I utilize a technique called Internal Family Systems Theory which draws upon aspects of Family Systems Theory. Specifically the idea that an individual can best be understood in relationship to the family unit. Therapy is focused on developing techniques and strategies that effectively address issues within the context of how family members impact one another.… Continue reading What is Parts Work or Internal Family Systems?

You may have heard the terms somatic therapy or body-oriented therapy but you might not know exactly what that means. This blog is intended to help you understand what somatic therapy is and how it can benefit your mental and physical health and healing. What is Somatic/Body-Oriented Therapy? The word somatic comes from the Greek… Continue reading Benefits of Somatic or Body-Oriented Therapy

What is chronic pain? In the course of a lifetime, everyone will experience feeling pain, both emotional and physical. Pain is your body’s way of telling you that something is wrong. When an injury heals, normally the pain stops. Chronic pain is more complicated. Chronic pain is pain that lasts for 3 to 6 months,… Continue reading Benefits of Therapy for Chronic Pain