by Terry Levy | Feb 10, 2023 | The brain, Theory & Research, Uncategorized
Since the 1990s a significant body of research has emerged about the impact of Adverse Childhood Experiences such as trauma, neglect, family dysfunction and lack of safe attachment on the body and brain. Toxic stress during childhood – long-term physical and sexual...
by Terry Levy | Jul 21, 2021 | The brain, Theory & Research
The human brain is the most complex structure known to man. With 20 billion neurons, two million miles of neuronal fibers, 100 billion cells, and trillions of connections, we have just begun the journey of understanding the brain. Thanks to advanced technology,...
by Evergreen Psychotherapy | Jun 15, 2021 | Psychology, Theory & Research
During Post Traumatic Stress Disorder Awareness month, when we are talking extensively about trauma and its often debilitating effects on children and adults, it is also important to consider how surviving and overcoming trauma can have a positive impact, making us...
by Evergreen Psychotherapy Center | Mar 15, 2021 | Attachment, Parenting, Theory & Research
Attachment is the deep and enduring connection established between a child and caregiver during infancy and early childhood. It profoundly influences every aspect of the human condition—mind, body, emotions, relationships and behaviors. This week, we begin a series...
by Terry Levy | Mar 9, 2021 | Theory & Research, Wellness
Over the last year of living in the new normal of COVID, the mental health community has expressed significant concern about the effects of the uncertainty, fear, loss and isolation of the pandemic on our mental health. Now, as people are getting vaccinated, children...
by Terry Levy | Dec 2, 2019 | Attachment, Theory & Research
As we discussed in the first blog of this series on Experiential Change and Healing, research shows the critical impact of negative early childhood experiences such as trauma, abuse or abandonment on everything from brain development to an individual’s ability to form...