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It’s Not You—It’s Your Unconscious: Why therapy takes so long to work – Part One

It’s Not You—It’s Your Unconscious: Why therapy takes so long to work – Part One

by Dr. Valentina Stoycheva | Jun 12, 2019 | Psychotherapy, The Unconscious Mind

~ This post was also published at Psychology Today as part of the series The Everyday Unconscious: How The Mind Works When We Are Not Looking In a world where instant gratification is king, here is why you can’t (and shouldn’t) rush therapy. The Brain...
Why you would benefit from seeing a trauma-informed therapist, even if you don’t have PTSD

Why you would benefit from seeing a trauma-informed therapist, even if you don’t have PTSD

by Dr. Valentina Stoycheva | May 19, 2019 | Psychotherapy, Trauma vs PTSD

Trauma-informed therapy may help you see a clearer and fuller picture of what you are dealing with. Not everyone knows about or seeks trauma-informed therapy. Often times, when we meet with new clients for the first time, they will not identify themselves as trauma...
4 Characteristics of Healthy Romantic Relationships (and 4 Signs of Distress to Look Out For)

4 Characteristics of Healthy Romantic Relationships (and 4 Signs of Distress to Look Out For)

by Dr. Valentina Stoycheva | Mar 19, 2019 | Relationships, Romantic Relationships

Valentine’s day may be long gone, but we believe that attachments and healthy relationships are important all year long. Research has shown time and again that healthy romantic relationships can buffer the negative impact of life’s stressful events. Positive...
5 Things About Coping with Posttraumatic Stress we Would like our Family and Friends to Know

5 Things About Coping with Posttraumatic Stress we Would like our Family and Friends to Know

by Dr. Valentina Stoycheva | Feb 22, 2019 | PTSD and Family

Living with Posttraumatic Stress (PTS) can be difficult not just for the individual but for the family and friend circle. Usually, we are forced to make adjustments in order to help with the recovery process, and it is up to loved ones and friends to work together and...
The top 10 questions about trauma, PTSD, and psychotherapy our patients ask: answered honestly

The top 10 questions about trauma, PTSD, and psychotherapy our patients ask: answered honestly

by Dr. Valentina Stoycheva | Jan 24, 2019 | Coping, Trauma vs PTSD

As psychotherapists specializing in treating the impact of traumatic events and chronic adversity, we are often asked a number of questions about trauma, PTSD, and psychotherapy. Here, we have compiled the most common of these questions in order to help you, the brave...
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