Category Archives: Depression

Appreciation for my Consultant

Posted on June 11, 2012 by MarieLouise Dodson, MA, LMHC/Psychotherapist

I want “the world” to know how deeply grateful I am to my consultant, Robin Shapiro, for her guidance, wisdom, tremendous skills, humor, and support. Alongside with our verbal encounters, her books, EMDR Solutions I and II are “gold mines,” and … Continue reading →

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Getting Past Your Past

Posted on March 5, 2012 by MarieLouise Dodson, MA, LMHC/Psychotherapist

On February 27th, Dr. Francine Shapiro, the founder of EMDR therapy, published her new book, “Getting Past Your Past ~ Take Control of Your Life with Self-Help Techniques from EMDR Therapy.” The praise of the book is impressive! Among others, Dr … Continue reading →

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Intimacy With Fear

Posted on November 4, 2011 by MarieLouise Dodson, MA, LMHC/Psychotherapist

One of my favorite books is “When Things Fall Apart – Heartfelt Advice for Difficult Times.” The writer, Pema Chödrön, is an American Buddhist nun, and a resident teacher at Gampo Abbey, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, the first Tibetan monastery in … Continue reading →

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The Stigma of Eating Disorders

Posted on October 30, 2011 by MarieLouise Dodson, MA, LMHC/Psychotherapist

One month has passed since The Binge Eating Disorder Association, BEDA, made September 26 – 30 to a National Weight Stigma Awareness Week. The call for awareness of  traumatizing effects of shaming remarks to children, and adults, about their weight … Continue reading →

Posted in Anxiety disorders, Attachment, Binge Eating Disorders, Bulimia, Childhood trauma, Complex trauma, Depression, Dissociation, Eating Disorders, EMDR, Relationships, Severe Trauma, Sexual abuse, sexual assault, Stress, Tension, Trauma, Trauma Survivors, Trauma Therapy | Leave a comment

The Healing Power of Music

Posted on October 24, 2011 by MarieLouise Dodson, MA, LMHC/Psychotherapist

Music has long been recognized for its therapeutic value. Aeons ago, David was summoned to play for King Saul to help chase away his majesty’s “evil spirits.” Today, music is known for its ability to affect mood, trigger memories and … Continue reading →

Posted in Aging, Anxiety disorders, Childhood trauma, Depression, Dissociation, Healing, Healing Music, Stress, Tension, Uncategorized, Worry | Leave a comment

Walking Down Memory Lane…

Posted on October 22, 2011 by MarieLouise Dodson, MA, LMHC/Psychotherapist

I read an article about drunk driving in The New York Times this week,  which took me on a trip down memory lane to the time when I was a social worker at a community addiction clinic in Sweden. One day, our … Continue reading →

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Seasonal mood changes

Posted on October 8, 2011 by MarieLouise Dodson, MA, LMHC/Psychotherapist

The fall has arrived! As the days are getting shorter, the rainy, grey and foggy days – especially in this part of the world – are more frequently visiting, and the long winter nights are waiting to “knock on the … Continue reading →

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Traumatic Memories and EMDR

Posted on October 6, 2011 by MarieLouise Dodson, MA, LMHC/Psychotherapist

A significant part of my psychotherapy practice focus on helping clients to process psychological trauma.  To that aid, I use different trauma therapy methods, one of which is EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). When we experience any kind of traumatic event, depending on … Continue reading →

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Walking can work miracles

Posted on March 21, 2011 by MarieLouise Dodson, MA, LMHC/Psychotherapist

Sunday, March 20, 2011 Walking work miracles for our health One effective antidote to anxiety, depression, and negative stress, and a power boost for good health, is regular exercise. Back in the days when I lived in Sweden, I walked … Continue reading →

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An act of profound faith

Posted on December 7, 2010 by MarieLouise Dodson, MA, LMHC/Psychotherapist

Every time I meet with a new patient, I feel the deepest respect, compassion, and empathy for how their hope, although often hidden behind overwhelming feelings and longing for emotional and relational healing, is stronger than the fear of seeking … Continue reading →

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