Christina Granados Therapy

85 degrees in the office today. What’s my glimmer for today while working with clients in 85 degree stuffy office? Having a friend / fellow therapist in the office to hear my complaints.

Attention EMDR clinicians: Are you interested in EMDR consultation? I've added a new (1-hour) EMDR group consultation that will be held on the 1st Friday of each month beginning in September. Click below to learn more and reserve your spot.

Friday EMDR Group Consultation (1-hour) - Christina Granados EMDR Friday Group Consultation - Through the lens of attachment and polyvagal theory, you can expect to grow your EMDR knowledge and confidence in a safe and supportive environment. Topics may include:General EMDR questionsPhased questionsModifications to the standard protocolWorking with complex

Hey everyone! I just uploaded a new video exploring the world of our nervous system and the Polyvagal Theory. 🌟🧠

Have you ever wondered how our bodies respond to stress and how we can better understand our emotions and reactions? This video provides an overview of how the vagus nerve influences our social behaviors and emotional responses.

📌 In this video, you'll learn:
🔹 The basics of our nervous system
🔹 What the Polyvagal Theory is all about
🔹 How our body responds to safety and threat

Whether you're curious about neuroscience, psychology, or just want to know more about how your body works, this video is for you! Check it out and let me know your thoughts in the comments.

Polyvagal Theory and the Wisdom of Our Nervous System In this video, we take a deeper dive into the nervous system and how Polyvagal theory helps us to understand how our autonomic nervous system responds in dif...

When we create a non-threatening environment that prioritizes open, empathetic, and compassionate communication, free from criticism or judgment, we nurture trust that builds safety. When we feel safe, we can grow and thrive.

Safety...is...everything.

When we feel safe with each other, we can do amazing things. Our tender little nervous systems are wired to be on the constant lookout for threat, and respond with protective defenses. But when we feel safe, we can thrive.

Safety allows us to be creative, curious, and form social bonds.

It's also the most important factor in the therapeutic relationship.

Safety is the intervention.

To learn about Polyvagal Theory with expert Rebecca Kase, check out https://kaseandco.com/principles-of-polyvagal-theory/?el=Smsocial

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Are you curious about EMDR therapy? With the help of technology, I've updated an older version of the EMDR therapy video for clients seeking EMDR. Don't forget to subscribe to my YouTube channel so you will receive notifications when new videos are posted.

Understanding EMDR Therapy: An Intro for New Clients Hi there! Are you curious about EMDR therapy? Maybe you've heard about its effectiveness in treating trauma and anxiety, or perhaps your therapist has recom...

Seriously- how cute is Cesar ?! Talk about a resource for calming- this little fella is great !

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Fun fact: Red is my favorite color. Now I don’t have an excuse to skip drinking water at work.

After sitting empty for 7 years, I finally got around to creating a meditation/yoga room.

Wishing you and your family a Merry Christmas 🎄.

Our office is closed and will reopen Wednesday, January 3, 2024.

Some tips to manage stress during the holidays.

Over time, our biological responses to can impair our physical and mental health.

Fortunately, there are evidence-based tools to help us cope in healthy ways: https://at.apa.org/bse

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Wishing you and your family a Happy Thanksgiving. 🦃🍂🍗🥧

Holidays can be a joyous time, but for many women, the holidays can bring added stress. While stress is normal, ongoing stress can manifest in many forms. In this blog I discuss two types of stress and its impact on women and relationships.

Blog: The Impact of Stress on Women.

The Impact of Stress On Women and the Role of EMDR Therapy Meet Christina Granados.

You are not too much

Calming Anxiety Relax with Calm, a simple mindfulness meditation app that brings clarity and peace of mind into your life

What is EMDR therapy and why is it used to treat PTSD? Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing is a structured form of psychotherapy used to help patients with PTSD resolve upsetting memories.

What is trauma?

Having hope is where we begin…

A Wise Woman Rising thank you. I am celebrating the wonderful women I work with !

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟

Are you ready to take a leap towards healing and transformation? 🌈 Introducing EMDR Intensive Therapy - a unique and concentrated approach to empower you on your journey to emotional well-being! 🌟

🌼 Key Features:

🌟 Personalized sessions ranging from 2 to 4 hours for a tailored and immersive experience.
🌟 Accelerated trauma processing to expedite the healing process.
🌟Flexible scheduling options – choose consecutive days or spread sessions across weeks based on what suits you best.
🌟Maintain continuity with your primary therapist while addressing specific issues intensively.

Learn More:
✨ Visit https://christinagranadostherapy.com/service/emdr-intensive-therapy/

EMDR Intensive Therapy Are you interested in “jump-starting” the overall outcomes of therapy, in a shorter amount of time? Learn more about EMDR Intensive Therapy.

Curious about ? This article shares 5 things to know about EMDR therapy.

5 Things to Know About EMDR It's not magic, but some feel it's magical.

What is good therapy? This video is a great way to describe why we work with memories in EMDR therapy.

What is Good Therapy? Good therapy isn't magic--certain things need to happen in order for our brain to change. If you can be aware of what those things are, and actively try to e...

A breathing exercise to help when your feeling anxious.

4-7-8 Breathing: Benefits and How to Use It 4-7-8 breathing is a rhythmic pattern that may help reduce stress, anxiety, and sleep quality. Learn how to practice this technique consistently.