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Mar 2025
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403: Healing Journeys: Understanding EMD...

Katayune Kaeni, Psy.D., PMH-C
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Today’s episode focuses on EMDR for the treatment of birth trauma and reproductive trauma. You’ll learn what EMDR is and how this therapy technique can support families through trauma recovery. Dr. Pria Alpern is a licensed clinical psychologist, EMDRIA-approved therapist, and EMDRIA-approved consultant. She is the founder of the Manhattan Center of Trauma S ... Show More
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