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Megan Bakva, MSW Megan Bakva, MSW

5 Common EMDR Myths We Hear at Woven

With the well-earned buzz around this evidence-based approach to healing trauma, there are also plenty of misunderstandings. Let’s take a look at some common myths so that you are prepared to advocate for yourself and make decisions about your mental healthcare. 

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Megan Bakva, MSW Megan Bakva, MSW

Ask a Therapist: What does healing from trauma look like? With Megan Bakva, ASW

You may be feeling vulnerable, hopeful, anxious, excited, uncertain, fearful, or any combination of emotions as you await your first session. Questions like what to expect during a 90-minute intake, what does a regular 45-minute session look/feel like, or how to plan/prepare for therapy in general may be on your mind (or search history). This is completely normal! Megan Bakva, ASW talks about her approach to trauma therapy.

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Moriah Conant M.A. Moriah Conant M.A.

What is Trauma Therapy?

It’s estimated that over 224 million adults have experienced at least one trauma. It’s prevalent, albeit horrifying.  After trauma, your world can feel unsafe, and then anxiety makes your body feel unsafe too. The good news? It’s treatable, and we specialize in helping you cope. Trauma therapy can help you make sense of your trauma history and feel more grounded in your life. When trauma happens, you need trauma-informed and competent therapy to support your recovery. 

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Dr. Ruth Gatt Dr. Ruth Gatt

Complex Trauma and Narcissistic Abuse

Today we are going to talk about the overlap between childhood complex trauma and narcissistic abuse, and how this can show up in adult relationships. We will also discuss 3 strategies to heal from narcissistic abuse. 

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