Resources

Resources for Clients

EMDR: how it works and why it helps

American Psychological Association (APA): EMDR therapy overview (plain-language). What EMDR is, what a session looks like, and why it’s used for trauma-related symptoms. American Psychological Association+1

NHS: PTSD treatment guide (includes EMDR). Clear explanation of where EMDR fits among recommended PTSD treatments. nhs.uk+1

EMDR International Association (EMDRIA): About EMDR. Patient-friendly explanation of the approach and what “bilateral stimulation” means. EMDR International Association

Trauma therapy: how trauma-informed treatment works

SAMHSA: Trauma-Informed Approaches & Programs (practical overview; explains safety, trust, and why peer support matters). SAMHSA
SAMHSA: 6 Guiding Principles (infographic) (very easy to scan; great for clients/families). SAMHSA
NICE (UK): PTSD guideline overview (not a journal; readable summary of recommended trauma treatments). NICE
Mind (UK): PTSD treatment overview (plain-language description of trauma-focused therapies). Mind

Compulsive sexual behaviors: what treatment includes

Mayo Clinic: Compulsive sexual behavior—diagnosis & treatment (clear, nonjudgmental explanation of therapy + support). Mayo Clinic
Cleveland Clinic: Sexual addiction / hypersexuality / compulsive sexual behavior—treatment & recovery (straightforward overview of therapy, meds (when needed), and self-help supports). Cleveland Clinic

Gambling addiction: what works and where to get help

Mayo Clinic: Compulsive gambling—diagnosis & treatment (simple overview of effective approaches). Mayo Clinic
NHS: Gambling addiction support (easy self-check + “what to do next”). nhs.uk
Massachusetts Office of Problem Gambling: Treatment recommendations (very readable explanation of why CBT is commonly used). Massachusetts Government
National Council on Problem Gambling: Help by state (easy way for visitors to find support and hotlines). National Council on Problem Gambling

12-step plus therapy: why combination care helps

Cochrane Review (news summary): AA/12-Step Facilitation helps people recover from alcohol problems (plain-language summary of evidence). Cochrane

Cochrane Library: AA/12-Step Facilitation review (full page) (more detailed, but still readable for many laypeople; supports the “therapy + mutual support” message). Cochrane Library

Recovery skills: learning to regulate emotions and break patterns (CBT+DBT)

You need more than insights, you need repeatable skills for cravings, urges, shame spirals, conflict, and relapse triggers. CBT and DBT are two of the most practical, skills-based approaches used in recovery-focused treatment.

Cleveland Clinic: CBT explained (what it is, how it works, what you learn). Cleveland Clinic
American Psychological Association: CBT overview for patients and families. American Psychological Association
Mayo Clinic: CBT overview (updated, very readable). Mayo Clinic
Harvard Health: DBT explained (who it helps and what skills it teaches). Harvard Health
NAMI: How to use CBT and DBT in therapy (practical, lived-experience friendly). NAMI
NAMI webinar: What to expect in DBT (patient-centered explanation). NAMI

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Welcome to Your Resources

Resources for Clients

EMDR: how it works and why it helps

Trauma therapy: how trauma-informed treatment works

Compulsive sexual behaviors: what treatment includes

Gambling addiction: what works and where to get help

12-step plus therapy: why combination care helps

Recovery skills: learning to regulate emotions and break patterns (CBT+DBT)

- The Place - A Residential Treatment Center for Men

Welcome to Your Resources

Resources for Clients

EMDR: how it works and why it helps

Trauma therapy: how trauma-informed treatment works

Compulsive sexual behaviors: what treatment includes

Gambling addiction: what works and where to get help

12-step plus therapy: why combination care helps

Recovery skills: learning to regulate emotions and break patterns (CBT+DBT)

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