by Deana Charter, BHC, M Ed., LPC | Apr 22, 2026 | EMDR, EMDR Therapy, Emotions, Nervous System, Regulation, Relaxation, Survival Mode
When Things Are Calm, but Your Body Is Not A nervous system that struggles to relax, even when life is going well, is often operating from learned patterns rather than current conditions. Instead of responding only to what is happening in the present, the body...
by Deana Charter, BHC, M Ed., LPC | Apr 8, 2026 | Attachment, Attachment Healing, Attachment Wounds, EMDR Therapy, Emotions, Healing, Process, Therapy
When Connection Feels Uncertain, Your Body Notices When You Feel Anxious When Someone Pulls Away Attachment anxiety is a nervous system response that occurs when connection feels uncertain, inconsistent, or at risk. It is not simply overthinking or emotional...
by Deana Charter, BHC, M Ed., LPC | Apr 1, 2025 | Self-Improvement, Better Self, Growth, Self-Love, Self-Reflection
Maybe this was the month you looked in the mirror and asked yourself, who am I, and what do I want? You started to ponder this question and started to explore the possibility of becoming a better version of yourself? And by better version of yourself, I mean, you want...
by Deana Charter, BHC, M Ed., LPC | Jul 1, 2024 | EMDR, EMDR Therapy, Emotions, Healing, Process
Making a therapy appointment can be a daunting step, especially if it’s your first time and you’re unsure of what to expect. Therapy can be a transformative experience, and it’s essential to find the right fit for your needs. At EMDR Transformations...