by Kimanne Foraker-Koons | Dec 10, 2021 | Anger Management, Child Therapy, Family Therapy, Mental Health Counseling, Parenting, Therapy, Trauma
Mental health counseling for teens is something we are frequently asked about in our office. The reason for this is that many people with mental health conditions start to experience symptoms in their teens. We find that these teens can significantly benefit...
by Kimanne Foraker-Koons | Oct 29, 2021 | Abuse, Child Therapy, Family Therapy, Trauma
Unfortunately, one of the most frequent reasons parents or guardians seek out play therapy at Family Strategies Counseling & Mediation is because their child is a survivor of sexual abuse. Play is fundamental to the way children process their world, and so we use...
by Kimanne Foraker-Koons | Sep 3, 2021 | EMDR, Therapy, Trauma
Childhood trauma is an experience of an event by a child that is emotionally painful or distressing—the result of this exposure to trauma results in lasting mental and physical effects. A way to overcome these effects is through childhood trauma therapy, conducted...
by Kimanne Foraker-Koons | Jul 16, 2021 | Abuse, Therapy, Trauma
Trauma bonding occurs when an abused person forms an unhealthy bond with their abuser. This response typically occurs when the abused person develops sympathy or affection for the abuser. It is important to note that not everyone who experiences abuse develops a...
by Kimanne Foraker-Koons | Jul 2, 2021 | Trauma
Complex PTSD treatment comes with specific challenges compared to those who have PTSD. PTSD is an anxiety disorder that can develop after a person experiences a traumatic event, while complex PTSD occurs after a series of traumatic events. This post will go over what...
by Kimanne Foraker-Koons | Apr 16, 2021 | Couples Counseling, Trauma
Relationships are complex things to navigate for everyone. The ups and downs of a relationship can be even more challenging if you or your partner have experienced childhood trauma. Here are eight ways that childhood trauma can affect your relationship. Recognizing...
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