Psychology

Somatic Experiencing and Trauma Resolution: Healing Through the Body Trauma is more than just a memory; it is a physiological imprint carried deep within the body. Long after the traumatic event has occurred, the nervous system may stay in survival mode, trapping the body in cycles of hypervigilance, anxiety, or

The Anchoring Effect: How First Impressions Influence Our Judgments In the field of cognitive psychology, we frequently make decisions depending on the first piece of information (the “anchor”)  we come across, whether we are aware of it or not. This is referred to as the Anchoring Effect.    What is

Somatic Symptom Disorders: When the Body Speaks What the Mind Can’t Say  “The Body keeps the score.” This theory, popularized by trauma specialist Dr. Bessel Van Der Kolk, is especially relevant for people suffering from Somatic Symptom Disorders (SSDs), which describes individuals who experience bodily symptoms, and often significant pain,

Hooked by Design, Part 3: The Algorithm vs. The Self – Reclaiming Your Digital Life In Part 1, we looked at how random rewards, through variable ratio reinforcement, make mobile phones and apps addictive.  In Part 2, we discussed ways to break the cycle and retrain your brain for conscious

Hooked by Design, Part 2: Breaking the Random Reward Cycle and Reclaiming Your Mind In Part 1, we established the psychological trap that drives our digital addictions: random ratio reinforcement.  Social networking, notification systems, and continuous scrolling are all based on the same behavioral concept as slot machines: random payouts

Mental Health Awareness Month: Energy Healing for Emotional Balance Why Biofield and Chakra Therapies Are Transforming Emotional Wellness May Is Mental Health Awareness Month — But What About Energetic Health? Every May, we’re encouraged to pause and reflect on our mental well-being. With 1 in 5 adults in the U.S.

Hooked by Design: The Psychology Behind Our Screen Habits Part 1: How Random Rewards Keep Us Glued to Our Phones Ever found yourself checking Instagram for the third time in five minutes and wondering why you’re still scrolling? Or picking up your phone during a lull, even if no new

Exposure Therapy: Why It’s So Effective From Trauma Recovery to Everyday Empowerment In the field of holistic wellness and evidence-based healing, few psychological interventions are as powerful or misunderstood as exposure therapy. Whether you’re a clinician treating PTSD or someone who dreads public speaking, exposure therapy can help retrain your

Stress Diathesis Model  Navigating Stress and Mental Health Through the Lens of the Stress-Diathesis Model We’ve all experienced stressful situations—deadlines, life changes, and unanticipated challenges. But have you ever wondered why some people manage stress so well, while others struggle? The Stress-Diathesis Model offers an explanation.  At Thera Wellness, we

Exploring the Rise of Holistic Psychology in Mental Health Care In an era where mental health care is increasingly prioritized, holistic psychology is emerging as a transformative approach to treating the mind, body, and spirit as interconnected. Unlike traditional methods that often focus on symptoms alone, holistic psychology addresses the