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MELISSA GERSON, LCSW MELISSA GERSON, LCSW

Acute, Chronic & Complex Trauma Explained

Learn the differences between acute trauma, chronic trauma, and complex trauma. Understand how each type affects the body and mind—and how trauma therapy can help.

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MELISSA GERSON, LCSW MELISSA GERSON, LCSW

All About EMDR for Trauma

Discover how EMDR therapy works, what to expect from an EMDR therapist, and why this evidence-based treatment helps the brain reprocess trauma, anxiety, and PTSD—supporting lasting emotional relief and a greater sense of stability.

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MELISSA GERSON, LCSW MELISSA GERSON, LCSW

Somatic Therapy: Body-Centered Trauma Work

Somatic therapy blends body awareness with psychotherapy to treat trauma, anxiety, and stress. Learn how somatic therapy works and what to expect in sessions.

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All About Prolonged Exposure Therapy

Learn how prolonged exposure therapy helps treat trauma and PTSD by safely confronting feared memories and situations. Discover what to expect and how it works.

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DBT-PE for Trauma and Emotion Regulation

DBT-Prolonged Exposure (DBT-PE) combines trauma processing with emotion regulation skills. Learn how DBT-PE helps people with PTSD and high emotional sensitivity heal safely.

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