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09/02/2025

The Newest episode of We Heart Therapy's EFT Talk is live! Join me and special guest EFT Trainer Michael Barnett as we talk Addiction Shame and Trauma, and Michael's new workbook for clients on Healing Addiction with Emotionally Focused Therapy! Watch for free here!

✨ Healing Addictions, Shame & Trauma with Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) | Dr. Belle & Michael Barnett LPCIn this powerful conversation, I, Dr. Belle, PhD...

08/11/2025

The latest video episode of EFT Talk on We Heart Therapy is now live on Youtube! I'm excited to dive in with EFT Trainer Lieven Migerode about what do when a client gives you the "I don't know" type of responses during emotional exploration. Check it out here! https://youtu.be/-ZQt3W4Ytdg

08/01/2025

A landmark review finds no scientific evidence that depression is caused by a chemical imbalance.

A major umbrella review led by researchers at University College London has found no convincing evidence that depression is caused by low serotonin levels or reduced serotonin activity. Published in Molecular Psychiatry, the study analyzed decades of research across several major fields and concluded that the long-standing “chemical imbalance” theory lacks scientific support. This challenges the core rationale behind the widespread use of antidepressants like SSRIs, which are believed to work by correcting low serotonin. The review suggests that the popularity of this theory may have contributed to the massive increase in antidepressant prescriptions despite the absence of biological proof.

The findings also raise concerns about how this serotonin theory may shape public perception and treatment decisions.

With up to 90% of people believing depression stems from a chemical imbalance, researchers warn that this misconception can discourage recovery optimism and reliance on non-drug treatments.

Moreover, some evidence points to antidepressants possibly lowering serotonin levels over time, highlighting a need for transparency and new approaches to mental health care.

The authors advocate for a shift in focus toward addressing life stressors, trauma, and social factors through therapy and lifestyle interventions rather than pharmacological solutions alone.

Source: Moncrieff, J., Cooper, R. E., Stockmann, T., Amendola, S., Hengartner, M. P., & Horowitz, M. A. (2022). The serotonin theory of depression: A systematic umbrella review of the evidence. Molecular Psychiatry

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07/12/2025

Dr. Belle host of We Heart ❤️ Therapy teaching EFT & Relentless Empathy in Tuscany! What an incredible and amazing experience!!!

07/08/2025

Join me-your favorite We ♥️ Therapy host and EFT Trainers Leanne Campbell & Robin Williams Blake this fall for an epic vacation style culturally immersive experience on Paradise Island in Mexico! 🇲🇽☀️🎉.

Sign up asap here:
https://www.wehearttherapy.com/therapist-summer-camp

Earn 20+NBCC Ce’s including over 6 Cultural Competency & Diversity & Ethics CE’s while enjoying a vacation vibe at Therapist Summer Camp Dia De Mu***os Oct 29-Nov 1st, 2025 in Isla Mujeres Mexico!

Enjoy an all inclusive resort on a white sandy Caribbean Beach while learning about Mexico’s rich cultural tradition Dia De Mu***os! We will engage in some rich cultural learning & explore the intersection of culture & grief practices.

There will also be nightly festivals and spouses/partners can stay and play at the resort at no extra charge with our special group rate!

Rooms at the Venue must be booked by August 1st as unsold rooms will be released to the public and will sell out fast! Instructions on how to book are on our event page and your confirmation email when you register for Summer Camp. Join us for some epic fun!

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07/01/2025

The latest episode of 𝗪𝗲 ♥️ 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗽𝘆 is now available! I’m excited to talk about applying EFT/EFIT to Group Therapy settings with Italian EFT Trainer Andrea Pagani! Join me for this exciting episode!

How to Apply EFT & EFIT in Group Therapy Settings | w/ Dr. Andrea Pagani | We Heart TherapyWelcome back to We Heart Therapy, the mental health podcast for Em...

04/10/2025

Yep! 💖

04/10/2025

Yes 🙌