Want to heal your mindf*cked brain?

Dr. Tisha is a trauma-informed clinician. In this episode, Dr. Tisha talks about Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) Therapy and its therapeutic power. Dr. Tisha is a highly skilled EMDR clinician who utilizes EMDR therapy in her practice to heal anxiety, depression, trauma, and more.

If you are in talk therapy and need more healing power, watch this video to learn more about this phenomenal life-changing therapy.

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Resources

About EMDR: https://www.inspiredlifepsychsvcs.com/about-emdr

EMDR International Association. Learn More About EMDR: https://www.emdria.org/⁠

American Psychological Association. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing Therapy: https://www.apa.org/ptsd-guideline/treatments/eye-movement-reprocessing

This episode is gritty. This episode mixes faith and mental health. Dr. Tisha highlights a conversation she had with someone recently where she discovered that in some families, caregivers and others alike, will deny that mental health is real.

"DNA makes you blood-related, but to be a family requires effort, compassion, love, and support."

- Dr. Tisha

P.S.: If you or someone you know are in need of support, please consult with a mental health professional or another professional you trust.

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Resources:

Psychology Today:https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists

Therapy for Black Girls: https://therapyforblackgirls.com/

Therapy for Black Kids: https://www.therapyforblackkids.org/

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Worth Reading:

The Stigma Around Mental Illness for Christians: https://www.wtcsb.org/the-stigma-around-mental-illness-for-christians/

Religious Trauma Syndrome: https://www.journeyfree.org/rts/

Do you ever wonder why some family members don't get along? Do you have high conflict in your family? Do they make comments like, "Stop thinking you are all that or do you think you are better than us? Well, there could be envy in your family.

Dr. Tisha talks about some of the unhealthy behaviors in Black families. As an African American psychotherapist, she shares some of her experiences and how she handles family conflict.

"DNA makes you blood-related, but to be a family requires effort, compassion, love, and support."

- Dr. Tisha

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Worth Reading:

Enmeshment: https://www.sciencedirect.com/topics/psychology/enmeshment

Triangulation: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/prisons-and-pathos/202110/understanding-triangulation

Have you been mindf*cked? In this episode, Dr. Tisha talks about 6 ways to help you jumpstart your healing journey.

The one thing that we all need in a relationship that we seldom have is S.A.F.E.T.Y. Dr. Tisha talks about relationship S.A.F.E.T.Y and how to create it in your relationship.
What is relationship S.A.F.E.T.Y?

A relationship is a connection that can cause psychological harm if those in the relationship are careless or reckless. Relationship Safety happens when those involved monitor and modify their actions to reduce harm to all involved.
Strive for SAFETY!

Use safety gently

Use safety openly

Use safety daily

Use safety intentionally Remember, those who appreciate safety in a relationship will have a gentle demeanor. They value collaboration and resolution. They may show no interest in manipulating and intentionally hurting you. They admire relationship growth, so they inquire by asking caring questions, and wholeheartedly showing up because they care about the relationship and you.

Watch Dr. Tisha'a video on Relationship Safety: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wWMvhQhcbDE&t=46s

Let's be real! Parenting is hard work but there are ways to create a safe world for your child. Dr. Tisha discusses authoritarian parenting and the negative implications (mindf*ck) that can occur when using this style of parenting. She offers an antidote (authoritative parenting) to resolve this concern.

_________________________________ Parenting Links: Parenting Styles. American Psychological Association: https://www.apa.org/act/resources/fact-sheets/parenting-styles#:~:text=Authoritative,don't%20always%20accept%20it. Types of Parenting Styles and Effects On Children. National Institutes of Health (NIH): https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK568743/ A Psychologist Shares The 4 Styles of Parenting-- and the Type Researchers Say Is The Most Successful. CNBC.https://www.cnbc.com/2021/06/29/child-psychologist-explains-4-types-of-parenting-and-how-to-tell-which-is-right-for-you.html