There are over one million mental health professionals as of 2021, with no stop of growth in the field in sight. With the rise and then aftermath of the pandemic, people are seeking out therapeutic resources more than ever. This leads to higher caseloads and potential...
Category: Trauma
What is EMDR?
EMDR is the popular acronym for the treatment modality called Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing. Francine Shapiro developed it over 40 years ago and was originally created to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). EMDR is an evidence-based...
Signs of PTSD in Children
How Does PTSD Affect Children? Recognizing the signs of PTSD in children is particularly important to understand. Undoubtedly, all children may experience stressful events in life impacting their feelings, thinking processes, and behaviors. However, children who...
What is Generational Trauma?
What is generational trauma? One of the most exciting moments of a person’s life is finding out you are going to be a parent. The possibilities! The fun! Learning how to relate to a young human. Then, doubt creeps in. At HopeNation, we recognize that many traumas are...