Tag: Psychotherapy
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Healing with EMDR: Reprocessing Trauma for a Brighter Future
Trauma can happen to anyone, from major life events to smaller, everyday experiences. Hosts Patricia Wu and guest EMDR and brainspotting psychotherapist Janet Bayramyan discuss how trauma impacts us and the importance of acknowledging our pain as the first step towards healing. Janet explains specialized therapies like EMDR and brainspotting, which help process trauma and…
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Mental Health in the 20th Century
In the 20th century, attitudes towards mental health and the treatment of mental illness evolved significantly. The rise of psychoanalysis and psychotherapy as well as advancements in neuropsychiatry and psychopharmacology led to a shift away from inhumane treatments and towards more humane and evidence-based approaches. The development of new medications, such as antipsychotics and antidepressants,…