by Brittany Lutren | May 19, 2026 | Acceptance and commitment therapy
What Is ACT Therapy? What Is Acceptance & Commitment Therapy? Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, commonly known as ACT therapy, is an evidence-based form of counseling and mental health treatment that helps individuals develop psychological flexibility, emotional...
by Brittany Lutren | May 12, 2026 | Internal family systems
What is Internal Family Systems Therapy? What Is Internal Family Systems Therapy? Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy is an evidence-based approach to mental health counseling and treatment that helps individuals better understand their inner emotional world....
by Brittany Lutren | Apr 28, 2026 | Grief Therapy
Understanding the 5 Stages of Grief Grief is a… deeply personal and often overwhelming experience that can affect every aspect of life—emotionally, physically, and mentally. Whether you are coping with the loss of a loved one, a relationship, or a major life...
by Brittany Lutren | Apr 21, 2026 | Polyvagal Therapy
Polyvagal Therapy for Nervous System Healing Healing your nervous system… If you’ve ever felt stuck in anxiety, overwhelmed by stress, or emotionally shut down, your nervous system may be at the root of it. Polyvagal theory offers a powerful, science-backed way...
by Brittany Lutren | Apr 21, 2026 | EMDR Therapy, EMDR/trauma therapy
EMDR Therapy for Men: Working with a male therapist When it comes to mental health… Many men are taught—directly or indirectly—to “push through,” stay strong, and avoid talking about what’s really going on beneath the surface. But unresolved stress, trauma, and...
by Brittany Lutren | Apr 6, 2026 | EMDR Therapy, EMDR/trauma therapy, Polyvagal Therapy
Polyvagal Theory and EMDR At Niyama Center We know that trauma isn’t just a mental experience—it’s stored in the body. That’s where Polyvagal Theory comes in, helping us understand how the nervous system responds to stress and trauma. When combined with EMDR (Eye...
by Brittany Lutren | Apr 1, 2026 | Anxiety Therapy, EMDR Therapy, EMDR/trauma therapy
Healing Anxiety With EMDR A Path Toward Lasting Relief Anxiety can feel overwhelming, all-consuming, and at times, impossible to escape. For many individuals in Metro Detroit and virtually across the state of Michigan, anxiety shows up as constant worry, racing...
by Brittany Lutren | Mar 26, 2026 | EMDR Therapy, EMDR/trauma therapy
EMDR vs Talk Therapy Why EMDR Therapy Can Be More Beneficial Than Talk Therapy When it comes to healing from trauma, anxiety, or other deep-seated emotional challenges, traditional talk therapy has long been the standard. While talk therapy is effective for many,...
by Brittany Lutren | Nov 5, 2025 | EMDR Therapy, EMDR/trauma therapy
EMDR for Childhood Trauma The Lasting Impact of Childhood Trauma Childhood experiences shape our sense of safety and identity. When children face neglect, abuse, or loss, the emotional wounds can carry into adulthood as anxiety, low self-esteem, or difficulty trusting...
by Brittany Lutren | Oct 28, 2025 | EMDR Therapy, EMDR/trauma therapy
EMDR A Somatic Healing Approach Understanding EMDR Beyond the Mind Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy is most often described as a trauma treatment, but at its core, it is a somatic healing approach—one that works through the body to help the...
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