Does EMDR work online?
Dr. Monica Borschel
21 November 2023
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a technique that uses eye movements. The eye movements are a form of bilateral stimulation that reduces the
How EMDR can help children process traumatic experiences
MindNLife Psychologist Practice
5 September 2023
Children are vulnerable and can easily be traumatised by various events in their lives. Traumatic experiences can have a profound impact on a child’s development
How Childhood Trauma affects us as Adults and Why we Deserve Treatment
Dr. Esslin Terrighena
13 November 2022
As children, we start out helpless and powerless. When we are just born, we are fully reliant on our caregivers for nourishment, safety, and survival.
How can Trauma Therapy Help?
Dr. Esslin Terrighena
30 October 2022
Trauma therapy can diagnose and treat subclinical and clinical trauma- or stress-related disorders, such as Acute Stress Disorder or Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder. It addresses the
What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder?
Dr. Esslin Terrighena
16 October 2022
As per the diagnostic manual DSM-V, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can develop after “exposure to actual or threatened death, serious injury, or sexual violence” either
What is trauma? Learn how to differentiate between little t trauma and Big T Trauma.
Dr. Esslin Terrighena
1 October 2022
Trauma is our reaction to deeply distressing incidents that overwhelm our coping capabilities. Trauma impacts us at four levels: emotional, cognitive, physical, and behavioural. More
Yes, it’s Possible to Leave a Narcissist
Dr. Quratulain Zaidi
31 August 2022
If you’re dating a narcissist, you might be experiencing narcissistic abuse. Leaving an abusive relationship is far from easy, as abusers will do anything to
RTHK Interview: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder after Covid 19
MindnLife Team
27 June 2022
Hosted by Jim Gould and Paul Zimmerman, RTHK’s Covid Update episode in May featured MindnLife’s owner Dr. Zaidi. The episode was produced following a study
Self-Harm: Why does it happen and how can you help?
Dr. Esslin Terrighena
5 June 2022
ESSLIN TERRIGHENA shares what research has taught us on self-harm. What is self-harm? Non-suicidal self-injury, more colloquially referred to as self-harm, can be defined as
Managing Mental Health After Trauma
Dr. Esslin Terrighena
26 May 2022
When the safety and well-being of ourselves or our loved ones are threatened, we go into survival mode. This may involve overwhelming feelings, dulled thoughts,