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First Responders and Dissociation

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, First Responders, Somatic Experiencing Therapy, Trauma

It’s known that first responders put themselves in dangerous situations and are exposed to more traumatic situations than typical civilians. However, something not always mentioned is the internal challenges these individuals have after their shift is done. This blog post will focus on first responder stress and dissociation stemming from work stress and trauma. First […]

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Bursting at the Seams: Effects of Trauma from an EMDR Therapist

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Individual Therapy, Nervous System Regulation, Recovery, Therapy for Men, Trauma

Somehow, you got this far in life. Despite the pent-up energy bottled up inside, you’ve achieved things in life that didn’t seem possible. Maybe you found the career you love, graduated college, are living your dreams, or finally found your soulmate. But there’s this issue that never goes away. The emotions and energy inside you

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Therapy for Men Near Brookfield, WI

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, First Responder, Individual Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, Therapy for Men, Trauma, Wellness

What do men struggle to ask for? Not only asking for help but also asking for help with mental health challenges. In fact, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) note that men seek out mental health support at almost a 50% lower rate than women. Many different factors play into this statistic that

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Trauma and Anxiety While in High-Functioning Jobs

Anxiety, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Nervous System Regulation, Somatic Experiencing Therapy, Trauma

Just because you made it to a high-functioning, professional job doesn’t mean past trauma and anxiety won’t affect you. Despite becoming lost in the workload, working late into the night, or working long hours, past trauma and anxiety will not go away on their own. This blog post will discuss the impacts of trauma and

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Community Trauma and Healing: From an Online EMDR Therapist in Wisconsin

Awareness, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Therapy, Recovery, Trauma

The news today feels as if it is constantly filled with trauma, stress, and pain. In the United States, school shootings are becoming all too common. On 12.16.24, a shooter targeted the Abundant Life Christian School located in Madison, Wisconsin. These types of events have an almost disbelief of terror that spreads and seeps into

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Release Internal Pain: Healing Trauma Among First Responders from an Online Trauma Therapist Near Milwaukee, WI

Awareness, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, First Responders, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Therapy, Somatic Experiencing Therapy, Trauma

First responders (police officers, firefighters, and emergency medical services) are those in the community on the front lines. They often render life-saving medical services, stop threats in the community, or rescue those in dire situations. The Institutes of Health indicate that about 80% of first responders will experience a traumatic event in their career. This

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Overcome Stress and Trauma with SIBAM

Recovery, Somatic Experiencing Therapy, Stress, Trauma

The stress and trauma men can experience throughout life can leave internal scars on the body and mind. Over time, if not healed, this can disrupt relationships in men’s lives, create mood swings, insomnia challenges, and lead to isolation. This blog post will discuss how men can overcome stress and trauma with SIBAM from somatic

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Grief and Loss Among First Responders: Navigating the Emotional Toll

First Responders, Grief and Loss, Therapy for Men, Trauma, Wellness

First responders face routine high-stress situations that may create lingering emotional pain. Their profession requires them to confront death, tragedy, and, at times, losing a close coworker. This places them at a heightened risk for grief and loss-related emotional challenges. Follow this link here to learn more about the risks first responders face. Mental health

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Emotional Detachment Among First Responders

Awareness, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, First Responder, First Responders, Individual Therapy, Recovery, Trauma, Wellness

Both the body and nervous system have evolved over the millennia to create adaptive responses to stress. One of these mechanisms is emotional detachment in the face of stress or trauma. A Science Direct article by Kristin Klimley, Vincent Van Hasselt, and Ashley Stripling indicates that “over 80% of first responders report experiencing trauma while

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First Responder Stress: Understanding the Challenges and Finding Solutions

Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, First Responders, Individual Therapy, Stress, Trauma

First responders, including firefighters, police officers, paramedics, and emergency medical technicians (EMTs), face unique challenges in their professions. They are often the first on the scene in life-threatening or dangerous situations, making split-second decisions that can mean the difference between life and death. While these roles are crucial for public safety, they come with significant

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