Posts on mental health from the providers of Sea Change Psychotherapy

Please read through our articles on mental health topics. We desire to provide you with therapeudic resources through these topics to improve your life.

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Understanding the Deep Connection Between Missing Someone and Mental Health

Understanding the Deep Connection Between Missing Someone and Mental Health: Anxiety, Depression, and How to Cope

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Emotional Numbness: The Silent Consequence of Emotional Abuse and Avoidance

Emotional numbness is not just a temporary feeling of detachment or apathy; it is a deep-seated response to prolonged emotional distress.

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Is Internal Family Systems (IFS) Evidence-Based? Understanding Its Role

One question that often arises when discussing therapeutic approaches is whether Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy is evidence-based.

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Can PTSD Cause IBS? Exploring the Connection Between Trauma and Gut Health

A common question that arises in my practice is whether PTSD can cause IBS. The answer lies in understanding the connection between our mental and physical health.

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A Compassionate Approach to Ketamine in Trauma Treatment

For individuals struggling with severe depression or post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), ketamine can offer a sense of relief that feels nothing short of miraculous.

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A Comprehensive Guide to Attachment Therapy with IFS and EMDR

Healing the Wounds of Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents: A Comprehensive Guide to Attachment Therapy with IFS and EMDR

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Narcissistic Abuse and Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Narcissistic abuse is a deeply wounding experience that can leave lasting scars on a person’s emotional and psychological well-being.

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Hoarding Disorder as an Attachment Injury: Understanding and Hope

For those living in Atlanta, understanding hoarding disorder as an attachment injury can be a crucial step toward healing and regaining control over one’s life.

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The Interplay of Chronic Pain and PTSD: A Psychologist’s Perspective

Chronic pain can arise from traumatic experiences, and living with persistent pain can itself be traumatic, leading to PTSD.

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Physician Burnout

As a professional who has worked with numerous healthcare professionals, I’ve seen firsthand the immense pressure that physicians place on themselves.

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Pamela Madsen

Pamela Madsen

MS, LPC, NCC, RYT-200 (she, her)

Anna Griggers

Anna Griggers

MS, APC (she/her)

Melissa Velliquette

Melissa Velliquette

Ed.S., LPC (she/her)