Insights from Relational Resilience Therapy in Colorado

Brainspotting is gaining attention (check out this Blog on OprahDaily) as a powerful tool in mental health therapy, but many people still ask, what is Brainspotting and how does it work? Developed by Dr. David Grand, this technique offers a unique approach to processing trauma and emotional pain by focusing on specific eye positions. This post explores the core ideas behind Brainspotting, its benefits, and how it differs from other therapies. What is Brainspotting and How It

Trauma often feels like an invisible weight carried deep inside. Many people experience patterns of emotional pain or physical reactions that seem to come out of nowhere. These responses are not just memories locked away in the mind; trauma lives in the body and nervous system. As Bessel van der Kolk explains in The Body Keeps The Score, trauma leaves an imprint on the brain, mind, and body that shapes how we respond to the world. What Trauma-Informed Therapy Means Trauma-inf

Trauma leaves a mark far deeper than memory alone. It can embed itself within the nervous system, shaping how we feel, react, and even how our bodies function. This post explores how trauma is stored in the body and stuck in the nervous system- leading to the symptoms many experience following an acute or chronic stressor. Drawing on the work of Peter Levine, a pioneer in trauma therapy, alongside empirical research, we will uncover the biological and psychological processes