Trauma
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The Guilt and Shame of Silence: How Unspoken Trauma Impacts Mental Health
Trauma Impacts Mental Health. When we experience trauma, the act of speaking up can feel insurmountable. Client tell…
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Coping with the Trauma of Hurricanes and Natural Disasters: A Therapist’s Perspective
As a Psychotherapist and Licensed Clinical Social Worker based in Florida, I have seen firsthand the emotional toll…
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Why I Believe Treating Anxiety with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Alone is Just a Band-Aid
I always psychoeducate my clients that anxiety, our built-in, natural survival mechanism, has helped humans stay alert and…
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The Importance of Time and Proper Preparation in EMDR Therapy
In recent months, I’ve noticed an increasing number of clients reaching out for EMDR psychotherapy with similar stories…
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The Benefits of Integrating Polyvagal Theory into Therapy for Anxiety, Trauma, and Depression
I have been expressing the importance in understanding the intricate connections between the nervous system and mental health…
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Understanding Negative Bias and Its Impact on Trauma Survivors
Negative bias is a cognitive phenomenon. Negative experiences, thoughts, or emotions are more likely to capture our attention…
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A Trauma-Informed Approach to Maintaining Balance in a World Marked by Atrocity
In a world marred by ongoing conflicts and unspeakable atrocities from wars to natural disasters to political persecution,…
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Your Internal Smoke Detector Is Always On
If you are a military vet living with Post Traumatic Stress, the following scenario may resonate: Imagine you…
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The Healing Power of Letter Writing: Navigating Betrayal with Pen and Paper
Betrayal is a profoundly painful experience. If you’ve lived through betrayal, you may be left feeling lost, hurt,…
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Trauma, Triggers, Healing: A Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Blog Post
Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can be caused by a variety of events, both big and small. At…
Jordan Nodelman, LCSW
I am an EMDR-Certified & EMDRIA-Approved Psychotherapist & Board Certified Diplomate in Clinical Social Work. I provide psychotherapy and EMDR in Florida, Vermont, Maryland, Virginia and DC.