In this episode I chat about my experience with EMDR therapy! I've been in EMDR therapy for months now and it has been such a unique experience. In this episode I also talk about:

• Misconceptions around therapy
• Understanding anxiety
• The mind-body connection
• Destigmatizing trauma

Related Episode: "5. Starting Your Healing Journey, What to Expect, and Lessons Learned from Therapy"

The following resources can be used to help you find mental health treatment services, including affordable treatment for those without insurance, in your community: https://www.mhanational.org/finding-therapy

Check out this article for affordable resources: https://greatist.com/health/best-online-therapy

"What is EMDR?" https://www.emdr.com/what-is-emdr/

Other resources (NOT SPONSORED):

• Cerebral
• BetterHelp
• Talk Space
• Therapy for Black Girls
• Black Female Therapists
• Inclusive Therapists
• Therapy in Color
• Open Counseling

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