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Why Traumatic Memory Is Different

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If you have ever sat with a client who suddenly goes somewhere else, eyes glazed, voice flat, telling you a story that does not quite hang together, you have already…

What is an Intolerance of Uncertainty?

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We are probably all familiar with anxiety that has a clear object or focus. It might be the job interview coming up, the test results coming back, or the difficult…

When Food Becomes the Language

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At some point in almost every therapist’s career, someone arrives in therapy with a complicated relationship with food. It might be named clearly, as binge eating or bulimia, or it…

The Therapist’s Corner: June Inspiration

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The internet can be both a treasure trove of insightful content and entertainment, and also a source of overwhelming information. That’s why the BTP team has come together to curate…

The Hidden Pain of Family Estrangement

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Family estrangement is one of those topics that has been quietly sitting in the corners of therapy rooms for many years. Yet right now, it feels like it has stepped…

Beyond Trauma: The Expanding Role of EMDR in Therapy

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The scope of EMDR’s utility makes it one of the most versatile skills a therapist can add to their practice. In this article we take a look at some of…