Our Blog

Professional Development, EMDR Training Reba Machado, M.S., LMFT Professional Development, EMDR Training Reba Machado, M.S., LMFT

A Therapist’s Guide to Understanding EMDR Certification

The demand for trauma-informed therapy continues to grow as our understanding of trauma's impact on mental health deepens. Among evidence-based trauma treatments, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) has emerged as one of the most effective approaches for helping clients heal from traumatic experiences and distressing life events.

Read More
Mental Health, Self-Care Reba Machado, M.S., LMFT Mental Health, Self-Care Reba Machado, M.S., LMFT

Is Your Self-Care Actually Helping Your Mental Health?

In recent years, "self-care" has become a buzzword splashed across social media feeds, often accompanied by images of bubble baths, expensive spa treatments, and luxury purchases. While these activities can certainly be enjoyable, this popular portrayal has created significant misunderstanding about what self-care actually means and why it matters for mental health.

Read More
Mental Health Reba Machado, M.S., LMFT Mental Health Reba Machado, M.S., LMFT

Faith-Based Approaches to Anxiety and Depression

For many people in our Riverside community, faith serves as a cornerstone of identity, providing meaning, hope, and direction through life's challenges. When anxiety and depression emerge, the question often arises: how can my spiritual beliefs work alongside professional mental health treatment?

Read More