TBI is Traumatic Brain Injury that can be associated with wartime head injuries or other situations where brain functioning is disrupted by something from the outside: A crashing blow, an injury to the head that may be penetrating. It can harm someone’s ability to think and solve problems, as well as causing depression and anxiety. […]
TBI & PTSD – What a combination! Read More »
Can a trauma experienced in childhood just go away? Tune in to hear the conversation between Dr. Marti Loring and Therapist Laura on this topic.
Does Childhood Trauma Ever Truly Fade? Read More »
Lieutenant Colonel Don Devis warned family and friends not to walk up behind him and touch his shoulder- he said, “I was in the war years ago and still have ‘the trauma’ and I could be startled and confused and punch behind me. Talk to me gently when you approach me from behind”.
The Rules of Approach Read More »
I play the drums, often with a steady beat. For some, the steady beat of life has been invaded by horrific images witnessed in person or in videos- violent and tragic, over and over. We have a new diet of shock, then trauma. I sometimes use whimsy to cling to health, clowning in my character
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Here’s a clip of Dr. Marti Loring – Trauma Expert. In her clown character, “Dr. Heart, The Psychosocial Clown” who changes broken hearts into whole hearts.
Under the pain and trauma, the heartbeat of America still sounds wonderful! Read More »
People are feeling danger in their lives- Dr Marti Loring interviews Therapist Laura about trauma in today’s world. Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or psychological advice. Always consult a qualified professional for specific concerns.
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Therapist Laura helps people to discover the trauma hiding beneath their physical pain. Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or psychological advice. Always consult a qualified professional for specific concerns.
Video: Trauma and Physical Pain Read More »
Therapist Laura helps her clients see and heal from trauma. Take a look! Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or psychological advice. Always consult a qualified professional for specific concerns.
Video: Trauma and healing Read More »
People who are traumatized deserve compassion from themselves and others. Disclaimer: The information provided is for educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical or psychological advice. Always consult a qualified professional for specific concerns.
Deserving Compassion Read More »
During these traumatic times, it can be valuable to add whimsy, humor, and love to even routine rituals. Cinderella Cockerspaniel (Cinder) has glaucoma and takes 5 different eye drops in the morning, one in the afternoon, and three at night. Cinder gets kisses on her nose before the drops, music during, and jerky strip pieces
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