Coastal Trauma Treatment

05/15/2026

Curious about EMDR?

You may have heard the term before, but many people still aren’t quite sure what EMDR actually is, how it works, or whether it’s only for “big” trauma.

In this new blog, I’m breaking down some of the most common questions and misconceptions around EMDR therapy- what the process can look like, how nervous system regulation and preparation matter, and why healing doesn’t have to mean reliving every detail of what you’ve been through.

Whether you’re exploring therapy for the first time or simply wanting to learn more, I hope this offers a grounded, approachable starting point. 🌿

Read more at

Rediscover Healing: How EMDR Rewires Trauma and Restores Balance

05/05/2026

What actually happens in group therapy… and why do so many people find it so impactful?

It’s not what most people expect.

If you’ve ever been curious about groups- how they work, what they feel like, and whether they could support you - this weeks blog might be worth a read.

Discover the Power of Shared Support in Mental Wellness

05/05/2026

Unwinding doesn’t have to be complicated. Sometimes it’s the small, familiar things like a warm drink, movement, a good book, or a little bit of play that tells the nervous system it’s safe enough to soften.

What helps you unwind and come back to yourself?

05/04/2026

Regulate & Restore is back for a second round 🌿

A virtual skills group focused on:
– Nervous system regulation
– Internal awareness
– Real-life coping tools

Tuesdays starting in June
More info: www.coastaltraumatreatment.com

05/02/2026

A space to not feel so alone in something that can feel impossible to carry.

I’ll be leading a virtual grief group for those who have lost someone to su***de, starting this June.

This is a supportive, therapist-led space to process what often feels unspoken, alongside others who truly understand.

More information at www.coastaltraumatreatment.com

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04/30/2026

Such an important reminder and one I think so many of us quietly navigate.

A Clue To Know If You’re Truly Present ✨ We talk a lot about being present with our clients, our children, the people in our lives.

But what does presence actually look like?

Because sometimes we think we’re present… when we’ve actually moved into rescuing.

We may be sitting with someone while they share a challenging emotion or situation. We listen, nod, stay close, and from the outside it can look like we’re doing all the right things.

But presence isn’t just about being there.

It’s about being with.

Being with their emotions.
Being with their experience.
Being with their uncertainty.
Being with whatever is unfolding—without needing to fix it.

And here’s a simple clue to notice when rescuing may be happening:

✨ Do I want something to be different right now?

When someone is struggling, it’s so natural for something inside of us to want to make it better.

To soothe it.
To solve it.
To move them out of discomfort.

But pause for a moment and gently ask yourself:

Am I trying to change this moment?
Am I trying to rescue them from what they’re feeling?
Am I trying to rescue myself from what I’m feeling as I sit here with them?

Because often, the urge to rescue is the very moment we step out of presence.

Presence doesn’t mean discomfort disappears.

It doesn’t mean the thoughts of I should do something go away.

It simply means… we don’t act on them.

You can stay.
You can breathe.
You can allow.
You can remain connected to yourself.

✨ You can be with.

This is the quiet work of presence.

Not fixing.
Not rescuing.
Not rushing the process.

Just being alongside someone in their experience—without needing it to be different.

And yes, this can be hard.

Especially when what’s arising in front of you (or inside of you) feels uncomfortable.

But this is often where the deepest healing and connection happen.

So the next time you’re sitting with someone in a hard moment, gently check in:

Am I being with… or am I rescuing?

Then take a breath.

Feel your feet on the ground.
Notice your body.
Soften back into presence.

You don’t always have to do something.

Sometimes the most powerful thing you can do… is stay.

Much love on the journey,

Lisa 💜

04/30/2026

There are parts of your story that words can’t quite reach.
This space holds room for that- through somatic work and sand tray.
Another way of exploring, noticing, and making sense of what’s there

04/29/2026

There isn’t just one way to do therapy.
I’m excited to share a new offering at Coastal Trauma Treatment—Walk and Talk Therapy 🌿

For some, being outside, moving, and side-by-side can make it easier to open up, feel more at ease, and support nervous system regulation along the way.

If traditional therapy settings have felt hard to settle into, this might be a different way to start.

✨ New blog is live with more details
✨ Now offering walk-and-talk sessions

Take a look and see if this approach might feel like a better fit for you.

Step Into Healing: The Rise of Movement-Based Therapy

04/27/2026

POV: you just walked into therapy

Calm, cozy, and ready for whatever you’re carrying.Grab something warm, settle in, and make yourself comfortable.

04/23/2026

We often reach for coping skills in moments of overwhelm—when things already feel too big, too fast, or too much.

But what if coping tools were meant for more than just crisis?

This week’s blog explores the difference between using coping skills like an “EpiPen” in emergencies versus like daily “vitamins” that support your nervous system over time. When we shift from reactive use to consistent practice, something begins to change in how supported we feel day to day.

If coping skills haven’t been feeling as helpful as you hoped, this might offer a different way of understanding why.

Coping Tools: The "Vitamin" vs. the "EpiPen"

04/22/2026

Holding the Unspoken: Grief After Su***de (Virtual Group)

This therapist-led, closed group is for adults who have lost someone to su***de—whether recently or years ago—and are looking for a space to process their grief with others who understand.

Su***de loss often carries complex emotions, including guilt, anger, confusion, and isolation. This group offers a supportive, nonjudgmental space to share your experience, explore what feels unspoken, and feel less alone.

This is a processing-focused group, not psychoeducational. Participants are invited to share at their own pace in a safe, structured environment.

This group is best suited for individuals who are not in immediate crisis and are able to engage in a shared therapeutic space.

Details:
Virtual (secure video platform)
Closed group (same members each week)
8-week commitment
Limited to 5–8 participants

**Due to this being a virtual group, this is open statewide

Visit www.coastaltraumatreatment.com for more information.

A brief screening call is required prior to joining.

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