Why New Year’s Resolutions Fail — and What to Do Instead
New Year’s resolutions often fail because we ignore our nervous system. Learn trauma-informed, somatic strategies to create sustainable change.
Can Childhood Trauma Affect Career Success? Understanding the Hidden Impact on Driven Professionals
Learn how childhood trauma affects confidence, overthinking, conflict, and career success — and how EMDR therapy can help you break old patterns for good.
Gratitude and Trauma: Why “Being Thankful” Can Feel Impossible (And How Your Brain Can Rewire Anyway)
Why gratitude can feel impossible after trauma — and how small, nervous-system-safe practices can slowly help you heal. Learn grounded, somatic tools you can actually tolerate.
Coping with Trauma Triggers During the Holidays: How to Stay Grounded, Resourced & Connected
Learn why the holidays can activate trauma responses and how to stay grounded, calm, and supported. Trauma-informed tips and somatic tools from Salty Counseling.
How to Handle Family Stress Without Losing Your Sanity
The holidays can bring joy—and stress. Learn trauma-informed tools to manage family tension, set boundaries, and stay grounded through the season without losing yourself.
When the Body Can’t Calm Down: The Biochemical Side of Trauma Recovery
Discover why your body can’t relax even after therapy or mindfulness. Learn how trauma, electrolytes, and the vagus nerve impact recovery — and how somatic therapy in Salt Lake City can help.
Seasonal Depression: Why Fall Can Feel Heavy — Seasonal Change & Nervous System Stress
Feeling heavy or unmotivated this fall? Learn how seasonal change affects your nervous system and discover somatic therapy tools to restore balance in Salt Lake City.
When EMDR Doesn’t Work — and It’s Not Your Fault
Tried EMDR but didn’t feel better? You’re not broken — and it’s not your fault. Learn why EMDR sometimes “doesn’t work,” and what helps trauma therapy finally click.
Somatic Therapy vs. Talk Therapy — What’s the Difference?
Curious about somatic therapy vs. talk therapy? Learn how each works, the key differences, and which approach may be right for healing trauma, anxiety, and stress.
How to Heal from Generational Trauma: Practical Steps to Break the Cycle
Practical steps to heal generational trauma, break family cycles, and build resilience with EMDR and somatic therapy in Salt Lake City.
The Link Between Anxiety and Trauma
Discover the connection between anxiety and unresolved trauma. Learn how trauma impacts the nervous system, how anxiety shows up in daily life, and how trauma-focused therapy can help you heal at the root.
EMDR vs. Talk Therapy: Which Is Right for You?
Discover the differences between EMDR and talk therapy. Learn which approach fits your healing journey with a Salt Lake City trauma therapist.
How Trauma Impacts the Heart: The Mind-Body Connection You Can’t Ignore
Discover how unresolved trauma impacts the heart, raises cardiovascular risk, and how therapy can heal both mind and body.
How EMDR Works: A Guide to Healing Through EMDR Therapy
Learn how EMDR therapy works to heal trauma. Discover the step-by-step process, why it’s so effective, and how it helps you move from survival mode into lasting relief.
Signs of Unhealed Attachment: How It Impacts Your Relationships and Self-Worth
Signs of unhealed attachment can affect relationships and self-worth. Learn key signs and how therapy can help you heal and feel secure.
New to Utah or Starting Over? How Therapy Can Help You Adjust
New to Utah or starting over? Learn how therapy can help you adjust to life changes, ease relocation stress, and feel grounded in your new chapter.
5 Somatic Techniques to Calm Anxiety This Summer
Learn 5 somatic therapy techniques to manage summer anxiety, regulate your nervous system, and feel more calm and connected — from a Salt Lake City trauma therapist.
Why Summer Makes You Feel Anxious — Heat, FOMO & Breaking Routine Explained
If summer makes you feel anxious or emotionally off, you're not alone. Learn the science behind summer stress and how to regulate your nervous system with trauma-informed tools.
How to Reduce Anxiety Immediately: 10 Simple Techniques That Really Work
Reduce anxiety fast with 10 simple techniques. Trauma-informed tips + EMDR therapy in Salt Lake City to help you find calm and lasting relief.
What Are the Side Effects of EMDR Therapy?
Wondering about EMDR side effects? This post explains why they happen, what to expect during therapy, and how Salty Counseling helps clients heal safely.

