Archive for 2017
Somatic Experience
Somatic Experience Training The Center would like to congratulate Kris Teets upon the completion of stage 1 and 2 of Somatic Experience Training. We thought this week we would give you a short introduction to what this training is all about. Somatic Experiencing® (SE) is a body-oriented approach to the healing of trauma and other…
Read MoreThoughts on Family Time
Family TIME I was thinking about family time spent with your children and how crucial it can be in today’s world. When asked children say the number one thing they want most from their parents is time. Most of us are caught up in a hectic whirlwind of activities which start on Monday morning, end…
Read MoreCouples Therapy
Couples Therapy – Gottman method As a couple’s therapist, I believe the Gottman Method is one of the most effective methods in helping couples in conflict. A great deal of research has gone into what helps couples have a meaningful relationship and what most often leads couples to split apart. The Gottman’s indicate that there are…
Read MoreHealthy Attachment – Part 3
Attachment in the 2nd Year Healthy Attachment Cycle – Second Year As you see in this cycle, our goal with attachment in the second year is to continue the development of our child’s limbic (emotional regulation) system by helping them through the stress of not getting what they want. Remember, little children WILL experience stress…
Read MoreWhat is Attachment – Part 2
Part 2 – What is Attachment What are the needs babies have? Basic needs for all of us humans are food, water, air, clothing and shelter from the environment. Research has also shown that included in our basic needs is physical touch/connection. Babies who have all their other needs met but were deprived of physical…
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