Intensive and Extensive Therapy in NC & VA

Intensive and Extensive Therapy in NC and VA- what is it and what are the differences? Choosing the correct therapy method can be quite a puzzling process. You’ve probably come across terms such as “therapy” and “extensive therapy ” leaving you pondering which option would suit you better. This blog post is here to help […]

Intensive Therapy for Trauma in North Carolina and Virginia

Hey everyone I’m Heather Herman, a mental health professional at Joy Spring Mental Health. Today I’d like to chat about the power of intensive therapy for dealing with trauma. Trauma can show up in ways whether it’s from one big event or a long period of tough times. These experiences can leave lasting marks on […]

Is it Ever NOT Trauma?

The more we understand the effects of trauma on the body, the more clear it becomes that a variety of mental health and medical diagnoses can be explained as secondary manifestations of trauma. Here are just a few of the complications that arise from untreated and unprocessed trauma. This list is not exhaustive, and ongoing […]

Effects of Trauma on Mental Health

Individuals can suffer profound and lasting effects from trauma on their mental health and overall well-being. Mental and physical health are intricately linked to trauma. In addition to the physical and emotional symptoms that can accompany a traumatic event, ongoing stress can also have a detrimental impact on many aspects of one’s life. Healing from […]