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Trauma-Informed Care: A Guide for Therapists and Practitioners
The term “trauma-informed care” has become ubiquitous in our world, but especially among those involved in the field of mental health treatment. Even if you’re not a trauma expert, if you work in the mental health field, it’s essential to have some baseline knowledge of...
3 Signs of Unaddressed Childhood PTSD
The experience of childhood trauma is not unusual. A recent national study in the U.S. found that 45% of children have experienced at least one adverse childhood experience (ACE), which is a potentially traumatic event. This means that a significant portion of Americans are at...
The Impact of Childhood Trauma and How Play Therapy Can Help
Childhood trauma can have lasting effects, leading to brain changes associated with depression and other mental health problems. Fortunately, there are effective treatments available to reduce negative outcomes and improve functioning for children with trauma exposure. If a child in your life has a history...
What Role do Parents/Caretakers Provide in Play Therapy?
If your child is in therapy, it’s important to understand the role that you play in supporting their treatment. When they’re enrolled in play therapy, there are certain things that are helpful to know as a parent. Below, we’ll cover what role you can expect...