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Book Review: Healing Trauma with Guided Drawing, A Sensorimotor Art Therapy Approach to Bilateral Body Mapping

The Art of Healing Trauma

Healing Trauma with Guided Drawing, A Sensorimotor Art Therapy Approach to Bilateral Body Mapping, by Cornelia Elbrecht, is an in-depth instructional textbook for the somatic therapeutic approach Guided Drawing. this book is a treasure trove of trauma healing knowledge, insights and clarifications. Tracking in Safe Space.

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The Significance of Semiotics in Social Work

Mad in America

During art therapy sessions, Maya uses specific colors dominantly and avoids eye contact, instead focusing her gaze on objects in the room. These symbols serve as a form of self-expression and a shield against the social pressures of the school environment. However, this journey has its challenges.

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The Power of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy: Break Free from Negative Thoughts

Lightwork

Negative thought patterns can feel like an endless loop, trapping you in a cycle of self-doubt, anxiety, and emotional distress. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) offers a transformative path to break free from these challenging thought patterns.

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8 Signs You May Be Living with Unresolved Trauma

Lightwork

Life’s challenging experiences can leave deep emotional scars that persist long after the initial event. Understanding Unresolved Trauma Unresolved trauma occurs when the emotional and psychological impact of a distressing event remains unprocessed, creating lasting effects on a person’s mental well-being.

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Why Do We Keep Rooting for the Villain & What would Joe Goldberg work on in therapy?

Zencare

In this piece, well explore why we keep falling for these dangerous dynamics, how fantasy and unresolved trauma shape attraction, why audiences sympathize with TV show villains, and what Joe Goldberg can teach us about emotional survival and self-protection. He has this dark character appeal. In her private practice.