Online Cognitive Behavioural Psychotherapy & EMDR in North Berwick, East Lothian.
The Collaborative Nature of Trauma Formulation
In my previous blogs, I've explored what trauma formulation is and how it guides your treatment plan. Today, I want to talk about something that makes formulation truly effective: collaboration. As a trauma therapist based in North Berwick, I believe your active participation in formulation isn't just helpful, it's essential. You're the Expert on Your […]
From Formulation to Treatment: Your Personalised Roadmap
In my previous blog, I explored what trauma formulation is and how we create a shared understanding of your experience through the assessment process. In this blog, I want to explain what happens next: how that formulation shapes your actual treatment plan and guides our work together. As a trauma therapist based in North Berwick, […]
Understanding Trauma Formulation: Making Sense of Your Story
Starting trauma therapy can feel daunting. You might be wondering what actually happens in those first sessions and how your therapist will understand your unique experience. As a trauma therapist based in North Berwick, I want to demystify an essential part of effective trauma treatment: formulation. What Is Formulation? Think of formulation as creating a […]
It’s Not Just What Happened: How Your Brain’s Threat Detection Affects Trauma Recovery
Have you ever wondered why a particular traumatic experience has affected you so deeply, while others seem to bounce back more easily from similar events? Or perhaps you've found yourself thinking, "It wasn't even that bad compared to what others go through, so why can't I just get over it?" As a trauma therapist based […]
Essential Trauma Tools: Building Your Personal Recovery Toolkit
Have you ever wished you had a toolkit to help you manage those overwhelming moments when trauma symptoms hit? As a trauma therapist based in North Berwick, I often work with clients to build exactly that - a collection of practical tools and techniques that can help you navigate difficult emotions and memories as they […]
Your Stone Age Brain and How it Affects You
Picture this: you're lying in bed at 2am, mind racing about tomorrow's presentation. Your heart's pounding as if you're being chased by a sabre-toothed tiger. But here's the thing - your brain can't tell the difference between that ancient predator and your PowerPoint slides. As a therapist based in North Berwick, I often explain to […]