Reset Your Nervous System: Using the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) to Set Intentions for the New Year

Reset Your Nervous System: Using the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) to Set Intentions for the New Year

The new year doesn’t have to be about grand resolutions or fixing yourself. Instead, it can be about creating space for growth, healing, and living in a way that feels aligned with who you are and who you want to be. SSP is one way to step into that space, and I’m here to guide and support you every step of the way.

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Understanding Implicit Memory and Its Impact on Your Life
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Understanding Implicit Memory and Its Impact on Your Life

When we think about memory, we often picture moments like remembering our first day of school or recalling a favorite family vacation. These are examples of explicit memories—conscious recollections of specific events or facts. But there's another kind of memory working behind the scenes, subtly influencing our feelings and actions often without us even realizing it. This is called implicit memory.

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What Somatic Therapy Is—and Isn’t
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What Somatic Therapy Is—and Isn’t

In recent years, the term "somatic therapy" has gained a lot of buzz, especially on social media. You might see it attached to all sorts of practices, from yoga routines to guided meditations, all claiming to help you "heal through the body." But what exactly is somatic therapy, and how can it truly support your healing journey? The answer isn’t as simple as a few deep breaths or a new fitness regimen; it goes much deeper than that.

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Combining Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) with Other Therapies: Enhancing Healing with Brainspotting
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Combining Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) with Other Therapies: Enhancing Healing with Brainspotting

When it comes to therapeutic interventions, combining different approaches can often lead to enhanced outcomes and deeper healing. One powerful combination I use in my own practice is the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) paired with Brainspotting. Learn more in this blog, and request a consult for therapy in Dallas, TX.

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Summer Relationship Mixtape: Your Therapist’s Insights on Songs About Dating and Friendships

Summer Relationship Mixtape: Your Therapist’s Insights on Songs About Dating and Friendships

If Sabrina Carpenter’s "Please Please Please" resonates with your experiences in romantic relationships or friendships, you’re not alone. Navigating the complexities of love, concern, and boundaries can be challenging, but therapy can provide valuable tools and insights. At Crescent Counseling, we specialize in helping individuals and couples explore these dynamics and develop healthier, more fulfilling connections. Reach out to us to learn more about how we can support you on this journey.

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The Benefits of Safe and Sound Protocol for Helping Professionals

The Benefits of Safe and Sound Protocol for Helping Professionals

In this blog, we're diving into a game-changer: the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP). It's not your typical self-care routine—it's a neuroscience-based approach designed to enhance resilience and well-being by soothing the nervous system through auditory interventions. Let's explore how SSP can be a powerful tool in our journey toward greater professional satisfaction and personal fulfillment.

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Summer Relationship Mixtape: Your Therapist’s Insights on Songs About Dating and Friendship
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Summer Relationship Mixtape: Your Therapist’s Insights on Songs About Dating and Friendship

"What Was I Made For" hits right at the heart of the "quarter-life crisis," that all-too-familiar mix of questioning everything from your career path to your relationships and personal beliefs as you hit your twenties and thirties. It’s like the song gives a voice to that inner turmoil, letting you know you're not the only one feeling a bit lost. The confusion and yearning for purpose she sings about? That's super common during these years. Contact Crescent Counseling to explore therapy in Dallas, TX for your own quarter-life crisis.

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Summer Relationship Mixtape: Your Therapist’s Insights on Songs About Dating and Friendship

Summer Relationship Mixtape: Your Therapist’s Insights on Songs About Dating and Friendship

Ready to turn the music down and talk about what's really going on in your relationships? At Crescent Counseling, we're here to help you tune into your emotions and fine-tune your connections. Whether you're navigating the complexities of adulting, dealing with anxiety, or healing from trauma, we’re skilled in individual therapy, couples counseling, Brainspotting, and the Safe and Sound Protocol.

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The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) and Its Benefits for Individuals with ADHD
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The Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) and Its Benefits for Individuals with ADHD

Living with ADHD means dealing with things like losing focus easily, feeling supercharged, or making hasty decisions. It's like your brain has a million tabs open, and they're all playing music! That's where the Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) comes into play. Think of the Safe and Sound Protocol as a cool playlist designed to help your brain chill out and tune in better. This blog will dive into how the Safe and Sound Protocol could be a game-changer for folks with ADHD, helping make daily life a bit smoother.

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Curious About EFT “Tapping”?

Curious About EFT “Tapping”?

Learn more about how Crescent Counseling works with trauma, anxiety, couples, adulting, and disordered eating. Learn more about other somatic, body-brain based therapy techniques, Brainspotting and the Safe and Sound Protocol.

If you’re ready to learn more about tapping or therapy in Dallas, TX, you can Contact us.

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