Healing Shame with Internal Family Systems
Mental Health Laura Geftman Mental Health Laura Geftman

Healing Shame with Internal Family Systems

Shame is one of the most painful emotions people carry, often linked to early experiences, trauma, or critical self-talk. Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy offers a way to work compassionately with the parts of you that hold shame, creating space for healing, self-acceptance, and resilience.

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How Internal Family Systems Helps with ADHD
Mental Health Laura Geftman Mental Health Laura Geftman

How Internal Family Systems Helps with ADHD

Living with ADHD can feel overwhelming—like your brain is constantly pulled in a hundred directions. Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy offers a unique way to work with the distracted, overwhelmed, and critical parts of yourself, helping you find focus, balance, and self-compassion.

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What to Do If You Have a Bad Reaction After an ART Session
Mental Health Laura Geftman Mental Health Laura Geftman

What to Do If You Have a Bad Reaction After an ART Session

Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) can be life-changing, but some people may experience strong emotional or physical reactions afterward. These responses don’t mean something has gone wrong—they often signal deep processing and healing. Learn what to expect, how to care for yourself if you feel unsettled after an ART session, and when to reach out for support.

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ART for Grief That Feels Stuck or Overwhelming
Grief, Depression, Mental Health Laura Geftman Grief, Depression, Mental Health Laura Geftman

ART for Grief That Feels Stuck or Overwhelming

Grief can sometimes feel endless, heavy, and impossible to navigate. Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) offers a rapid, evidence-based approach to help individuals process unresolved emotions, release emotional intensity, and regain a sense of balance. By addressing trauma and maladaptive patterns that maintain stuck grief, ART supports meaningful healing and emotional restoration.

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How ART Supports Healing After Sudden or Traumatic Loss
Grief, Depression, Mental Health Laura Geftman Grief, Depression, Mental Health Laura Geftman

How ART Supports Healing After Sudden or Traumatic Loss

Sudden or traumatic loss can leave individuals feeling overwhelmed, shocked, and unable to process their emotions. Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) offers a rapid, evidence-based approach to help process intense feelings, reduce emotional distress, and support healing. By targeting trauma-related patterns, ART helps individuals regain stability, resilience, and hope after devastating loss.

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Accelerated Resolution Therapy for Pet Loss Grief
Grief, Mental Health Laura Geftman Grief, Mental Health Laura Geftman

Accelerated Resolution Therapy for Pet Loss Grief

The loss of a beloved pet can leave a profound emotional impact, often underestimated by others. Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) offers a compassionate, evidence-based approach to help individuals process grief, release emotional intensity, and regain balance. By addressing the trauma and emotional patterns underlying pet loss grief, ART supports meaningful healing and emotional restoration.

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ART for Healing Grief After Miscarriage or Infant Loss
Grief, Mental Health Laura Geftman Grief, Mental Health Laura Geftman

ART for Healing Grief After Miscarriage or Infant Loss

The loss of a baby, whether through miscarriage or infant death, can be an intensely painful and isolating experience. Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) provides a compassionate, evidence-based approach to help individuals process grief, release emotional intensity, and begin to heal. By addressing trauma and maladaptive emotional patterns, ART supports meaningful recovery and emotional restoration after this profound loss.

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How Accelerated Resolution Therapy Helps with Complicated Grief
grief, Depression, Mental Health Laura Geftman grief, Depression, Mental Health Laura Geftman

How Accelerated Resolution Therapy Helps with Complicated Grief

Complicated grief can feel overwhelming, persistent, and disruptive to daily life. Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) offers a rapid, evidence-based approach to help individuals process intense emotions, reframe distressing memories, and find relief while honoring the loss. By addressing the underlying emotional and physiological patterns, ART supports healing and restores hope.

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Accelerated Resolution Therapy for Hopelessness and Negative Thinking
Depression, Anxiety, Mental Health Laura Geftman Depression, Anxiety, Mental Health Laura Geftman

Accelerated Resolution Therapy for Hopelessness and Negative Thinking

Persistent hopelessness and negative thinking can severely impact mental health, relationships, and overall quality of life. Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) offers a fast, evidence-based approach to help individuals reprocess distressing memories, release negative patterns, and cultivate a more positive, empowered mindset.

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Can ART Help with Treatment-Resistant Depression?
Depression, Mental Health Laura Geftman Depression, Mental Health Laura Geftman

Can ART Help with Treatment-Resistant Depression?

Treatment-resistant depression can leave individuals feeling hopeless after traditional therapies and medications fail to provide relief. Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) offers a rapid, evidence-based approach that addresses the underlying emotional and neurological patterns contributing to persistent depression. By targeting trauma, stress, and maladaptive thought patterns, ART provides a path toward meaningful, lasting improvement.

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ART for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)
Depression, Mental Health Laura Geftman Depression, Mental Health Laura Geftman

ART for Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)

Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can significantly disrupt mood, energy, and daily functioning during certain times of the year. Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) offers a fast, evidence-based approach to help individuals process stress, trauma, and negative thought patterns that may contribute to SAD, providing relief and supporting emotional well-being throughout seasonal changes.

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