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In the TSC Blog, we cover a myriad of tips, tricks, and developmental tools for you and your mental health; there’s a wellspring of topics, go ahead, give it a search!
What Is Trauma, Really? The Difference Between Big T and Little t — And Why It All Matters
Wondering if what you went through was “bad enough” to count as trauma? Here’s the difference between Big T and little t trauma, why both matter, and how we treat them at TSC.
Trauma-Informed Care Isn't Just for People with PTSD — It's for Everyone
Trauma-informed care isn’t only for people with PTSD. Learn how trauma lives in the nervous system, how EMDR helps the brain finish processing, and two simple tools you can use today to calm your body.
It’s 103 Degrees and We’re Telling You to Slow Down — Here’s Why That’s Actually the Move
Late July in North Texas is brutal — and somehow most of us are more overscheduled than ever. TSC makes the case that slowing down isn't laziness, it's medicine. Meet Teri Carlo, our yoga instructor and sound bath facilitator, and learn about two upcoming summer events you won't want to miss.
Wear the Swimsuit: A Therapist’s Take on Body Image, Summer, and Actually Enjoying Your Life
Every summer, the "get your body ready" noise gets loud. TSC therapist May offers a different framework — one that doesn't ask you to fix yourself before you're allowed to enjoy the season. You don't have to have it all figured out to still choose to participate in your own life.
Psychedelics Are Having a Moment — And There's a Really Good Reason Why
Psychedelic-assisted therapy has moved from fringe to front page — and ketamine is the most accessible, legal option available right now. Here's an honest look at the science, the pros and cons, what KAP actually costs, and what it looks like at TSC.
Mental Health Is Political — And That's Not a Partisan Statement
Mental health doesn't develop in a vacuum — the systems we live inside of shape how we feel, cope, and function. This post explores the intersection of mental health and the structures around us, and why healing belongs to everyone regardless of politics, background, or belief.
Don't Have to Navigate This Alone: Community Resources for Sexual Assault Prevention, Advocacy & Healing
Closing out Sexual Assault Awareness Month with something tangible: a curated list of local Texoma, Texas-wide, and national resources for survivors, advocates, and community members who want to show up for healing and prevention.
When the Body Holds the Secret: Understanding the Link Between Sexual Trauma and Eating Disorders
For many people, an eating disorder isn't just about food — it's about what the body learned to carry after trauma. This post explores the deep connection between sexual trauma and eating disorders, and what healing at that intersection actually looks like.
When You're Ready to Go Deeper: EMDR & KAP Intensives for Trauma Recovery
In honor of Sexual Assault Awareness Month, learn about two of the most effective evidence-based trauma treatments available — EMDR and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy — and how intensive formats can accelerate healing in ways traditional weekly therapy sometimes cannot.
You Are Not Alone: Understanding Sexual Assault, Breaking the Silence, and Finding Your Way to Healing
Sexual Assault Awareness Month: compassionate, trauma‑informed facts about sexual violence, why survivors stay silent, community action steps, and how Texoma Specialty Counseling supports women in healing.