by Andrew B. Sears | Jan 10, 2026 | Trauma Therapy
Imagine if you could rewire your brain and change your life — sounds implausible, right? But that’s exactly what understanding neural pathways enables you to do. These connections are the foundation of learning and memory, dictating everything from our fears to our...
by Andrew B. Sears | Feb 28, 2025 | Trauma Therapy
Generational trauma, often referred to as intergenerational trauma, impacts emotional and psychological well-being across multiple family lines. This complex phenomenon creates a deep-rooted cycle of pain and dysfunctional relational patterns, fostering an environment...
by Andrew B. Sears | Sep 23, 2024 | Trauma Therapy
Gaslighting is a term that has gained significant attention over the more recent years, especially in discussions about emotional abuse and toxic relationships. It refers to a manipulative tactic used by individuals to make someone doubt their own perceptions,...
by Andrew B. Sears | Jul 15, 2024 | Trauma Therapy
Some can’t help but be consumed by the weight of catastrophic thinking while walking the streets of Columbus. The looming shadows of uncertainty and fear lurk around every corner, reminding us of our vulnerability in a world that feels increasingly chaotic and...
by Andrew B. Sears | Oct 10, 2023 | Trauma Therapy
In recent years, far more people are aware of trauma and the effects it could potentially have on any of us. Even so, there is so much more to learn and know. For example, trauma is not monolithic. It arrives in many forms. Trauma is very much in the eye of the...
by Andrew B. Sears | Sep 21, 2023 | Trauma Therapy
Many times, when people discuss post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), their first thought is of the military. That approach only makes sense as military personnel are undeniably exposed to traumatic situations. It’s no surprise that the last two decades have brought...
by Andrew B. Sears | Sep 9, 2023 | Trauma Therapy
Psychological trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) have gained a lot more attention in recent years. Now the word “trauma” is a part of most individual’s everyday language. However, that also means the word gets mismatched with the wrong situations. For...
by Andrew B. Sears | Jul 13, 2023 | Trauma Therapy
One of a therapist’s most important responsibilities is empowering clients to heal their trauma through the use of various therapeutic tools and techniques. Trauma lives in the body. It takes root in the brain and leaves visible traces that can be seen on MRIs. Often,...
by Andrew B. Sears | Apr 14, 2023 | Trauma Therapy
PTSD is more common than most people realize. Millions of people go through traumatic experiences throughout life—including children. While these different types of trauma can’t always be avoided, dealing with the aftermath is essential. Unfortunately, some people...
by Andrew B. Sears | Jan 3, 2019 | Trauma Therapy
It can be hard just getting through the day. In the morning, you may see a news story about Afghanistan, which brings back a memory from when you served. During the afternoon drive home, you feel your stress levels rise as you drive past some trash in road. Over...
