The Lasting Effects of Trauma

Trauma can have profound and lasting effects on individuals, impacting their emotional, mental, physical, and social well-being. Here are some common effects of trauma: Emotional Effects: Mental Effects: Physical Effects: Social Effects: Behavioral Effects: Long-term Effects: Phases of Recovery Phase 1: Safety and Stabilization: Establishing a safe environment, Building trust with a therapist or support system, Managing symptoms (e.g., anxiety, depression), Developing coping mechanisms. Phase 2: … Read More

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“I struggled with the loss of my parents in a short period of time as well as past trauma. I was able to heal with Dave’s authentic and holistic approach. I highly recommend the services provided by the Holistic Counseling Center of Long Island.” Pathways For Wellness – Debbie

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How Men Can Be Tricked By Female Narcissists

Research suggests that men may be attracted to individuals with narcissistic personality traits due to their confidence, charm, and charisma. In this blog, we discuss how men can be easily tricked by female narcissists. Here are some possible reasons why men might be susceptible to manipulation by female narcissists: It’s essential to remember that relationships with narcissists are toxic, and anyone can be a victim of … Read More

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True growth is being able to witness your thoughts without allowing them to overwhelm you.

If you’ve ever suffered from overwhelming thoughts and struggled to make sense of them all, know that you are not alone… “There is nothing more important to true growth than realizing that you are not the voice of the mind; you are the one who hears it.” – Michael Singer It’s this detachment of ego and witnessing of thoughts (aka meditation) that produces a sense of … Read More

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Long Island Imago Relationship Therapists talk about things that show up in their practice, and how they impact couples & individuals.

Imago Relationship Therapists, David Weber and Robin Newman, talk about ideas & things that show up in their day-to-day practice in Long Island, and how they impact couples & individuals. Topics mentioned: PART 1: PART 2: Working with a counselor who’s a professional in relationship therapy can help you strengthen your connection and find solutions to conflicts. We offer a safe place where couples learn to … Read More

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How Stress Affects Your Physical Health

Stress requires your body to react / adjust in response to events around you. Your body reacts to these changes with physical, mental, and/or emotional responses. In this post, we’re going to focus on just a few of the physical effects of constant stress on your body. This is a reminder to us all to give our bodies a break; that rest and relaxation is a … Read More

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Long Island Hypnosis / Hypnotherapy

Long Island Hypnosis / Hypnotherapy – 565 RT. 25A, MILLER PLACE, NEW YORK Make the changes to live the life you want today! This process is completely natural with no drugs, no cravings, and no withdrawal. The Holistic Counseling Center of Long Island is a member of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis (ASCH). All members of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis must be licensed … Read More

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Trauma-Informed Counseling in Long Island

Trauma-informed counseling in Long Island, New York – Our location is in Miller Place, Suffolk County, NY. Our bodies and minds hold onto our past trauma. Counseling is a necessary tool to recover. Healing from trauma requires self-compassion, access to a professional mental health therapist, a bunch of patience, and an education of how it all impacts the mind and the body. If you have experienced … Read More

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The Connection between PTSD & Alcohol Abuse

It shouldn’t be a surprise that PTSD and alcohol abuse problems are related. People with PTSD are more likely to have drinking problems. Also, people with drinking problems often have PTSD. Learn how having PTSD & alcohol use problems at the same time can make symptoms of both, worse. Studies show that the relationship between PTSD and alcohol use problems can start with either issue. For … Read More

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Counseling For Veterans With PTSD

For soldiers and members of the armed forces who were taught how to defend and kill but not how to cope with the emotional effects of war or terrorism, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) can be a serious problem. Counseling has become necessary to help them get back on their feet. If you are a veteran with PTSD, there are a number of things you need to … Read More

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