EMDR Therapy: Healing the Unspoken

You feel anxious, on edge, and overwhelmed. This persistent feeling has left you filled with self-doubt and uncertainty in your relationships, at work, and even during your leisure time. You’re unsure why you feel this way and have tried to cope through it. You may have an awareness of going through difficult life events earlier in life, but no specific memories come to mind.

Earlier life events that occur before language development, starting from in utero and onward, can have lasting impacts if our nervous system was dysregulated or we did not have the capacity to process it at the time. Some of these events you may not even think of as a trauma. Significant family changes such as moving or loss, financial strain, and high-stress situations while pregnant are just a few examples of events that can take a toll in these preverbal years.

Anxiety Therapist Shares: 10 Gift Ideas for People With Anxiety

The holiday season is almost here, and you know what that means - it's time to start thinking about gifts for your loved ones! Are you ready for the stress and pressure of gift-giving to hit you? We know how challenging it can be to find the perfect present for everyone on your list.

Anxiety Therapy Orlando: 6 Mindfulness Spots Around Downtown

Do you struggle with finding time for yourself? Does self-care seem to get pushed to the back burner? Do you realize you’re running on fumes, but find it difficult to carve out time for yourself?

As an anxiety therapist in Orlando, I help my clients develop a plan for self-care that can help alleviate anxiety before it takes over.

How EMDR Therapy Can Heal Emotional and Somatic Flashbacks

Do you sometimes feel scared, anxious, hijacked by emotions, or really threatened in a relatively safe place, struggling to understand why you’re reacting the way you do? Do you feel overwhelmed by a racing pulse and shortness of breath? These reactions almost always result in shame because you are aware that your reactions don’t fit the situation.

EMDR for Trauma-Related Brain Injuries

I am thrilled to share this article on how EMDR therapy can help people recovering from trauma-related head injuries. Over the past few months, mine and Dr. Narducci’s offices have been working together to offer patients holistic and comprehensive care as they recover from head injuries and trauma. Dr. Narducci has been providing top-notch medical care and my practice has been utilizing EMDR therapy to treat post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and the emotional and mental needs of the patient as they recover from trauma related to a head injury. This powerful combination of treatment fosters resilience and renewed hope for patients in the face of adversity. 

Teen Counseling Center Provides places to study in Downtown Orlando

As school is back in session, finding a suitable place to study is a necessity! A productive study space is crucial for effective learning and creativity. Whether it's exploring a new place or finding a where you can connect with other classmates we understand that finding the right study spot can be challenging or anxiety-provoking, but we're here to help.

Benefits of EMDR Intensives

You’ve been carrying around heavy emotional baggage for way too long, and you’re ready to work through it and let it go. On the one hand, you’re ready to do the deep dive and do the work, but you don’t have the time or energy to commit to weekly therapy sessions. Between work, family, and those never-ending responsibilities, committing to weekly sessions seems almost impossible.

As an EMDR Therapist in Orlando, I am offering one-, two-, and three-day EMDR Intensives. Intensives have been a complete game changer for my busy clients. My clients appreciate the ability to set aside a few dedicated days for their healing without having to squeeze EMDR into their hectic schedules.

In my last blog post, I shared What to Expect in an EMDR Intensive and in this post, I am sharing the many benefits of an EMDR Intensive.

What to Expect in an EMDR Intensive

You’re ready for relief and you’re ready for it now. You know you need EMDR Therapy, but the thought of extending out over months and months just seems so daunting. You’re ready to handle the issues that have been holding you back, but the idea of meeting for weekly sessions feels long and drawn. You want results faster and you don’t want to deal with processing your trauma while you’re handling all of your life’s responsibilities. It’s hard enough to work through your trauma. You don’t need the weight of the daily grind on your shoulders while you’re trying to heal your past.

Orlando Trauma Therapist Shares What Is Behind Daddy Issues

I’m Lauran Hahn, LMHC and one of my specialties is helping people recover from toxic relationships and improving their attachment styles. It's my passion to help those who have experienced trauma and anxiety. Mindful Living Counseling, my therapy practice in Orlando, Florida, is a safe space where you can find the support you need to heal from your trauma.

Recently, I was asked to share my thoughts on the root cause of "daddy issues." This made me reflect on how the term itself carries a negative connotation and fails to accurately describe the challenges faced in relationships, especially for women.

Orlando Therapist: How to Deal with Passive-Aggressive People

Have you ever had a conversation with someone and walked away scratching your head thinking, “What just happened? That felt oddly aggressive.” If so, you’ve likely been on the receiving end of subtle jabs or hidden insults. This is known as passive-aggressive communication and it is like a cancer in relationships.

Passive-aggressive communication erodes trust, increases tension, and creates emotional distance between people, making it impossible to form a healthy relationship.

Is Arguing Healthy in a Relationship? Insights from an Orlando Therapist

Are you experiencing recurring disagreements with your significant other? Are you anxious about the potential harm it may cause to your relationship? Are you concerned that these disagreements could be detrimental to your overall connection?

I’m Lauran Hahn, LMHC, and I am the proud owner of Mindful Living Counseling located in Orlando, Florida. My expertise lies in toxic relationships and assisting clients in identifying the patterns that may be affecting and preventing them from having healthy relationships. I enable my clients to reclaim their power and regain control over their lives.

Orlando Trauma Therapist Explains Rape Culture Part 3

Have you or someone you care about recently experienced some form of sexual harm? Knowing what to do next, or how to best provide support can feel overwhelming! Sexual violence can greatly affect a survivor’s overall wellness. Learning about Rape Trauma Syndrome can help orient us to what’s going on, and help us see the supportive and healing path forward.

Orlando Trauma Therapist Explains Rape Culture Part 2

Written by: Trissa Dodson, LMHC

In the last blog post Understanding Rape Culture Part One, we learned that Rape Culture negatively affects survivors of sexual violence by turning blame onto the victims and invalidating their pain. We also learned that Rape Culture protects those who inflict harm on others and minimizes the gravity of violence. Rape Culture ultimately damages our individual relationships with one another, as well as our relationship with our communities on a larger scale. How do we end Rape Culture? You can start by reflecting on your own experiences and the experiences of others with compassion and respect. 

Orlando Anxiety Therapist Shares 5 Mental Health Benefits of Owning a Pet

Have you been thinking about how a pet can benefit your mental health? Are you ready to welcome a furry friend but needed a few more reasons to convince your family?

My name is Lauran Hahn, LMHC and I am the owner of Mindful Living Counseling, a therapy practice specializing in anxiety and trauma. At Mindful Living Counseling we have a therapy dog named Opal who loves being around our team and clients. As Opal’s dog mom, I feel passionate about the great benefits of owning a pet that they bring to your life. I sat down with my team of anxiety therpaists and asked them to help me brainstorm and share some of the benefits of welcoming a furry friend into your life!