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Prolonged Grief
When the pain of loss does not change over time… There is a moment after losing someone close that is difficult to explain to anyone who has not experienced it. You may be sitting at a table, talking to others, and going through your daily routine, but at the same time, you feel as if everything is happening somewhere outside of you. The world continues as usual, but internally something has stopped. There is often one sentence that keeps returning, quietly but persistently: “She is gone.” or “He is not coming back.” For many people, this sentence begins to shift over time. It still carries pain, but it is no…
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EMDR Therapy in Berlin and Online
Evidence-Based Trauma Therapy for PTSD, Anxiety, and Complex Trauma EMDR therapy in Berlin: what it is and how it works. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a science-based psychotherapy method used worldwide for the treatment of trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). EMDR therapy is recommended by international clinical guidelines and is widely used in trauma therapy in Berlin, both in person and online. EMDR helps the brain process traumatic experiences that remain stored in an unprocessed form. These memories can continue to trigger emotional distress, physical tension, intrusive thoughts, or a persistent sense of danger long after the event itself has ended. Rather than relying on long verbal…
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Understanding EMDR therapy: A science-based approach to healing trauma
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a powerful therapy that helps people recover from trauma and distressing life experiences. Initially developed by psychologist Dr. Francine Shapiro in the late 1980s, EMDR is now recognized as an evidence-based treatment for post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and other mental health conditions. But how does it work, and why is it effective? Let’s break it down in a simple, science-backed way. How trauma affects the brain? When we experience something traumatic, our brain sometimes struggles to process the event properly. Normally, memories are stored in a way that allows us to recall them without distress. However, trauma can cause these memories to become…
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How Trauma and Anxiety Interconnect
Trauma and anxiety are closely linked, often creating a cycle that can be difficult to break. Experiencing trauma can fundamentally alter the way the brain and body respond to stress, leading to persistent feelings of fear, hyper-vigilance, and worry. Understanding how trauma and anxiety are interconnected can shed light on why some individuals struggle with chronic anxiety after traumatic events and provide insights into effective ways to address these challenges. The Connection Between Trauma and Anxiety Trauma occurs when an individual experiences an event or series of events that overwhelm their ability to cope. This can include physical or emotional abuse, accidents, natural disasters, or combat experiences. Trauma disrupts the…
