Heal : a Trauma-informed Therapy Blog
By Amy Moreno MA LPC
When One Diagnosis Isn’t the Whole Picture: Living with Comorbid Mental Health Conditions
Many people assume that getting a diagnosis is the beginning of clarity—a way to finally understand what’s been going on and how to move forward. But for individuals living with more than one mental health condition, it’s rarely that simple.
How Childhood Trauma Impacts Brain Development at Specific Ages
Many people don't realize that what they went through in childhood—whether it was neglect, abuse, witnessing violence, or experiencing loss—can shape how the brain develops, and how they respond to the world well into adulthood.
The Brilliance of IFS-Informed-EMDR
I’ve seen long-held trauma soften. I’ve seen protectors transform into allies. I’ve seen people reclaim parts of themselves they thought were lost for good.
The Magic of EMDR: Healing Beyond Words
When pain lives deep in the body and nervous system, it often needs more than words to heal. That’s where the magic of EMDR comes in….
Therapy for Therapists: Why Clinicians Need Support Too
As a therapist, you hold space for others — offering compassion, guidance, and a steady presence through life’s hardest moments. But who holds space for you?