“One way of thinking of our personalities is that we tend to have certain patterns of how we think, feel, and behave. For example, if you value your independence, then you are likely to…”

“According to the Veterans Administration, approximately 8 million people in the United Stated have Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). That is about 7-8% of the US population…”

“Our brains are constantly receiving sensory information about our environments. Images, sounds, tastes, scents, and textures are being taken in and interpreted…”

“You may have heard the term "fight or flight," referring to the involuntary instinct we share with animals to defend against or escape from a perceived threat…”

“You may suspect that your childhood continues to impact your emotional health as an adult. You may notice certain patterns in the way you perceive yourself or…”

“When we work to strengthen our emotional health, we may engage with our internal experience through therapy and mindfulness. We also want to engage with our physical bodies…”

“When we talk about "brain chemistry," we are generally referencing neurotransmitters and hormones. These chemicals are involved in the mechanics of experiencing emotions…”

“Therapy can help reduce the frequency and intensity of nightmares in the long term as the source of the fear is processed and resolved…”