by Regina Stiffler, MS, LPC, LCPC | Sep 21, 2022 | Depression, PTSD, Suicide
When you or a friend are thinking of suicide, fear is a natural reaction. The fear makes it difficult to think of a good approach. As a result, people often rely on 911 and emergency rooms to help. This isn’t always the best response though. This post will help...
by Regina Stiffler, MS, LPC, LCPC | Mar 9, 2022 | Addiction, PTSD, Trauma
For years, society looked at addiction as a moral failing. If you used drugs or drank too much alcohol, you were making a bad choice. Of course, this outlook brings with it a lot of shame. This view argues that there is something wrong with you if you’ve made...
by Regina Stiffler, MS, LPC, LCPC | Jul 28, 2021 | PTSD, Trauma, Uncategorized
When you ask a first responder about trauma, they would describe a physical injury. And they are right. Physical injuries, such as a gun shot wound or those from a car accident, are traumas. Medical professionals are looking at trauma by its effect on body structures....
by Regina Stiffler, MS, LPC, LCPC | Mar 10, 2021 | PTSD, Trauma, Uncategorized
If you have been struggling with symptoms of PTSD or the effects of exposure to traumatic events, you likely have found EMDR as a potential treatment. But what is EMDR therapy? Read this post to learn more about this common trauma treatment. What Is EMDR Therapy? EMDR...
