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What Is Dissociation? A Gentle Guide to Understanding and Coping
Written by Dylan Crum, MSW, LSW (he/him) What is Dissociation? Dissociation is a common symptom of post-traumatic stress that results in a feeling of detachment between our thoughts, feelings, memories, surroundings, behavior, and identity. While some level of detachment can be healthy, dissociation typically impacts our quality of life and ability to function. Dissociation can range from a temporary lapse in awareness (think of “zoning out”) to a full break in identity or ab
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Importance of Addressing Your Trauma History
Written by Rachael Schleich, MSW, LSW (she/her/hers) We often see clients come in wanting to manage daily stress, looking for coping skills and tools to stay calm, stop spiraling thoughts, and avoid snapping at loved ones. They want to “fix” themselves and quiet their worried minds. While learning coping skills is an important part of therapy, it’s only one piece of the work we do together. As therapists, we don’t just focus on behaviors; we explore what led to them, what pur
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