Samantha Bickham, LMHC Samantha Bickham, LMHC

Healing Through Creative Expression: Why Art, Writing & Imagination Belong in Therapy

Discover how creative expression can support your healing journey. From journaling to collage, tapping into your creative side can help process emotions, build self-compassion, and move through trauma. Written by a Winter Park trauma therapist, this guide explores why creativity belongs in therapy—and how it can help you reconnect with yourself.

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Samantha Bickham, LMHC Samantha Bickham, LMHC

Recognizing the Signs of Unresolved Trauma

Many trauma symptoms go unnoticed, yet they can impact your emotions, body, and daily life. Learn the signs of unresolved trauma and how healing is possible.

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Samantha Bickham, LMHC Samantha Bickham, LMHC

Considering Therapy? Here’s What to Expect in Your First Session

Starting therapy can feel intimidating, but knowing what to expect can ease the nerves. Learn what to expect in your first therapy session with a trauma therapist in Orlando. Find out how therapy can help you heal, grow, and create a positive path forward. Book a consultation today.

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Samantha Bickham, LMHC Samantha Bickham, LMHC

Setting Boundaries: What They Are and How They Build Healthier Relationships

Learn how to set healthy boundaries and protect your energy, especially if you’ve experienced attachment trauma or toxic relationships. Discover how an EMDR therapist in Winter Park can help you overcome barriers to boundary-setting, stop wasting energy on unreciprocated connections, and build healthier, fulfilling relationships.

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Samantha Bickham, LMHC Samantha Bickham, LMHC

Understanding Attachment Styles

Attachment styles, formed in childhood, influence how we connect with others throughout our lives. Understanding your attachment style can provide valuable insight into your relationship patterns and emotional responses. In this blog, we explore the four main attachment styles—secure, anxious, avoidant, and disorganized—and how they shape our connections. You'll also learn how healing from attachment wounds is possible through techniques like EMDR, allowing you to create healthier, more fulfilling relationships.

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Samantha Bickham, LMHC & Jenelle Coolidge, LMHC, CCTP-II Samantha Bickham, LMHC & Jenelle Coolidge, LMHC, CCTP-II

Healing Trauma Through Body Liberation

Body image struggles and trauma often go hand-in-hand. If you're grappling with your relationship with your body and wondering how past trauma may have influenced it—or if you're seeking new ways to heal and achieve body liberation—this blog is for you.

Join Jenelle Coolidge, LMHC, CCPT-II, author of The Body Liberation Journal, and me on this healing journey.

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Samantha Bickham, LMHC Samantha Bickham, LMHC

Attachment Trauma: Signs and Long-term Effects

Ever wondered how early relationships shape your adult life? In this blog, I explore attachment trauma, a common theme in my work with trauma. Discover the signs of attachment trauma, how it impacts your relationships, and steps you can take towards healing. Understanding these patterns is key to building healthier, more fulfilling connections. Dive in to learn more and start your journey to recovery.

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Samantha Bickham, LMHC Samantha Bickham, LMHC

EMDR Therapy Near Me

Discover the Power of EMDR Therapy: Unlocking Healing and Transforming Lives. Dive into the world of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing on my site. From trauma recovery to navigating life stressors, let's embark on a journey to well-being together. Schedule a 15-minute consultation to explore how EMDR can make a difference in your life. Your healing starts here!

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