5 Ways Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Can Change The Tide of Trauma

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5 Ways Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Can Change The Tide of Trauma

Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) is a beacon of hope for those navigating the tumultuous seas of PTSD. Like a lighthouse guiding a ship, CPT helps individuals chart a structured course through the complex relationship between thoughts, emotions, and trauma. The process involves uncovering and recalibrating distorted thoughts, facing the trauma, and utilizing Socratic questioning for deeper understanding. The benefits are profound - PTSD symptoms recede, coping skills improve, and a brighter, more balanced future comes into view. CPT is adaptable and personal, offering a path to healing and lasting change. Seek the guidance of one of our highly skilled trauma psychologists, and embark on a journey toward healing and hope in calmer waters.

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Welcome, Dr. Cameron!

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Welcome, Dr. Cameron!

We're thrilled to announce the addition of Dr. Jennifer Cameron to our team! Dr. Cameron brings a unique background in medical psychology to her clinical work, which makes her uniquely suited to treat issues at the intersection of mental and physical health. From PTSD to insomnia and chronic pain, Dr. Cameron is skilled in treating a wide range of issues.

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Psychologist Spotlight: Sarini Ettigi, Ph.D., HSP-P

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Psychologist Spotlight: Sarini Ettigi, Ph.D., HSP-P

This month’s psychologist spotlight is on Dr. Sarini Ettigi. Click through to learn more about what makes Dr. Ettigi so uniquely talented.

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National PTSD Screening Day

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National PTSD Screening Day

June 27th is National PTSD Screening Day, as envisioned by the National Center for PTSD. Anyone who has encountered a life event that they deem traumatic is encouraged to consider taking a free screening or to contact a trusted mental health professional.

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Is It PTSD?

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Is It PTSD?

In honor of PTSD Awareness Month, we’re featuring a drop-in post from the National Center for PTSD.

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Step Up for PTSD Awareness

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Step Up for PTSD Awareness

Breyta partners with the National Center for PTSD in the Virtual Step Up for PTSD Awareness event.

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PTSD Awareness Month

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PTSD Awareness Month

June is PTSD Awareness Month. As a trauma specialty clinic, we walk this journey year-long, but we are excited to see our colleagues and partners in care join us in the fight to decrease stigma associated with the experience of posttraumatic stress this month. We continue our efforts to provide education to our community and hear-centered, evidence-based therapy to our courageous clients.

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What Is Resilience?

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What Is Resilience?

Resilience is an important quality in the ability to recover from traumatic and stressful events. The good news is that it can be learned through psychotherapy.

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You Are Not Your Roots

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Often we are told we have to choose roots or blooms. This quote is a nice reflection of ways in which we can re-examine how we think about our past. Thriving in the present doesn't require us to deny our past. It requires us to change our relationship to it. Your past doesn't define you. You can acknowledge it as a place from which you emerged; not the same thing as you. As we enter a new year, we can set intentions based on how we want to bloom, while noting what we've taken from the past and our experiences that led us here.

What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Why Should You Try It?

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What is Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Why Should You Try It?

Want to learn some mental Kung Fu? If so, you’ll want to learn more about Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, or ACT for short (pronounced as one word - '“act”). It’s the most innovative form of psychotherapy currently available. The core of the therapy is based on the concept of psychological flexibility. This elegant and incredibly effective therapy can be applied to problems faced by individuals or couples, and improves a wide range of problems. In short, it helps you be present, open up, and do what matters.

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