by Melissa Muller | Sep 14, 2025 | EMDR, Trauma
Introduction: What is EMDR? EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is one of the most powerful tools I’ve used in counseling over the years. Again and again, I’ve seen the way it helps clients move through painful experiences and find healing in ways...
by Melissa Muller | Jul 18, 2024 | Anxiety, Depression, Teens, Trauma
In our journey toward self-acceptance, it’s essential to find tools that resonate on a personal level. Christina Wolfgram’s “F*cking Deal With It: A Journal for Practicing Acceptance and Getting the Hell on with Your Life” offers an engaging,...
by Melissa Muller | Jun 10, 2024 | Trauma
In my practice as a mental health therapist, I’ve seen many clients transform their lives. Today, I’m sharing a story about a client who overcame childhood trauma and depression through dedicated therapy. Her journey showcases the healing power of trauma reprocessing,...
by Melissa Muller | Apr 9, 2024 | Depression, Trauma
We all have our share of negative thoughts, some more than others. But the good news is, you can learn to reframe negative thoughts and steer your focus toward the positive. This shift isn’t just about feeling better—it can also help you manage stress and...
by Melissa Muller | Jan 9, 2024 | Depression, Trauma
In your core do you believe you are worthless, can’t do anything right, or are unlovable? Are you worried someone may find out these things are true about you? Do you spend time finding ways to prove these beliefs are true? Negative core beliefs, deeply rooted in...
by Melissa Muller | Feb 20, 2019 | Anxiety, Teens, Trauma
Have you heard of Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)? DBT is a type of therapy meant to help people with mood disorders, impulsive behavior, or negative patterns of behaviors such as self-harm or suicidal thoughts. Perhaps you have difficulty thinking and responding...
