Traum therapy doesn’t require reliving painful experiences. In this post, we introduce the Flash Blink Protocol, a gentle, evidence-informed approach to processing trauma and distress without emotional overwhelm. By supporting nervous system regulation and working through memory reconsolidation, Flash Blink allows healing to occur without retelling or re-experiencing the trauma. This post explores what Flash Blink is, why it matters, and how healing can happen while you feel

What if stepping back from grief isn’t avoidance—but wisdom? In this piece, we explore how pacing our pain, returning to the present, and allowing breath between waves is not failure—it’s survival. Grief doesn’t demand everything at once. It asks for presence, permission, and compassion. This is grief work, too.

Why emotional trauma deserves to be taken seriously—and how healing is possible through grief and trauma counseling. You can’t see it on...

There are moments in life when you look in the mirror and barely recognize the person staring back. Not because you’ve changed in ways...

At the Center for Loss, Grief, Hope & Healing, we understand that reaching out for grief support can feel intimidating. You may wonder:...

Explore how grief affects the brain and body, and discover compassionate support through grief counseling at the Center for Loss, Grief, Hope & Healing.

For those carrying the weight of loss, whether through miscarriage, stillbirth, child loss, or estrangement, this season can be especially tender. In honor of Bereaved Mother’s Day, May 4, 2025, this blog offers compassion, validation, and gentle ways to care for yourself in the midst of grief.

Grief, Stress & the Invisible Weight of Holding It All Together Caregiving can be an act of deep love—but it can also be a silent source...

Grief can feel like a heavy weight, a complex mix of emotions that can leave us feeling lost and alone. It doesn’t just impact our hearts...

How do you decide if it's time to seek counseling support? Listen to yourself, honor where you are and do what's best for you.

Losing a loved one to suicide is a profoundly challenging experience. Prioritizing self-care is critical to grief processing, and healing.

Somatic approaches such as yoga, dance, breathwork help us process and release what words alone cannot express.

Prolonged inflammation can damage tissues and organs, contributing to the development of chronic diseases and mental health issues.

Reentering social engagements and circles during grief requires special care. You have permission to take it slow.

Trauma is a complex and often misunderstood phenomenon that can profoundly affect individuals on psychological and physiological levels.

As we bid farewell to one year while welcoming the next, it’s common to reflect on the past and set intentions for the future. New Year’s...

The holiday seaon is complex and challenging for those who are grieving. Unmasking grief is an important part of allowing healing.

The holiday season, often associated with joy and celebration, can be a challenging time for those grappling with grief. Whether mourning...

Grief, a deeply personal and emotional experience, is a journey that touches not only the heart and mind but also the body. The somatic...

In the world of psychotherapy, many approaches aim to help individuals overcome trauma, emotional distress, and various mental health...