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Reflections From a Therapist

Insights from a trauma-informed therapist on trauma, anxiety, healing, and the work of becoming more at ease within yourself.

What Is a Trigger? And Why It’s Not “Just Overreacting”

Triggers aren’t signs that you’re overreacting. They’re body-based responses shaped by past experiences that your nervous system hasn’t fully processed yet. This post explains what triggers really are, why they feel so intense, how they show up in everyday life, and why your reactions make sense. You’ll learn how your body tries to protect you and how healing can help you feel steadier, safer, and more in control.

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EMDR vs IFS: How These Two Modalities Work Together for Deep Healing

EMDR and IFS work together to help you feel calmer, more grounded, and more connected to yourself. Instead of staying stuck in old patterns or emotional overwhelm, these approaches help your system soften so the past no longer runs the show. This blog explains how both therapies support deep, lasting healing for anxious and self-critical adults who want real change.

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EMDR for Anxiety: Why It Works When Traditional Talk Therapy Doesn’t

If you feel stuck in worry, overthinking, or constant “what if” thoughts, EMDR can help in a way that talk therapy alone often cannot. Anxiety lives in the body, not just in the mind, and EMDR helps your nervous system finally relax and feel safe. This blog explains how EMDR works for anxiety, why it helps so many adults who feel overwhelmed, and what the process is really like.

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Hi, I’m Nikki

I’m a a trauma-informed therapist in West Chester, PA, specializing in EMDR, anxiety, and the deep work of healing self-criticism. This blog is where I share practical tools, nervous system education, and compassionate guidance to help you understand your inner world, feel less overwhelmed, and build the foundations for real, lasting change. Whether you’re exploring therapy for the first time or looking to deepen your healing, I’m glad you’re here.

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