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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, ACS, C-BSP, C-PAT
Feb 183 min read
The Brain-Body’s Natural Defense System: Hyperarousal, Hypoarousal, & Dorsal-Vagal Collapse
The purpose of sharing this information is to shift away from pathologizing these innate, natural human responses. Our amazing,...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, ACS, C-BSP, C-PAT
Jan 133 min read
Brainspotting, Parts Work, and Ketamine Assisted Therapy
I’ve integrated many different approaches into my practice over the years, but three modalities have stood out for their transformative...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, ACS, C-BSP, C-PAT
Dec 10, 20242 min read
The Z-Axis & Vergence
Z-Axis adds depth to Brainspotting Z-Axis & Vergence Vergence in Brainspotting Vergence therapy, a powerful tool in Brainspotting,...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, ACS, C-BSP, C-PAT
Nov 25, 20243 min read
The Role of Symbols in Altered States of Consciousness
Exploring Symbolism in Altered States The Power of Symbolic Imagery When you explore altered states of consciousness, (whether through...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, ACS, C-BSP, C-PAT
Oct 19, 20243 min read
The Neuroplastic Window
The Brain's Remarkable Plasticity Neuroplasticity refers to your brain's ability to reorganize itself by forming new neural connections...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, ACS, C-BSP, C-PAT
Oct 6, 20242 min read
What is the Difference Between Psycholytic and Psychedelic Ketamine?
What is Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy? Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP) is an innovative therapeutic approach that combines the...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, ACS, C-BSP, C-PAT
Sep 23, 20245 min read
Artistic Expression for Psychedelic Integration
What is Psychedelic Integration and Why is it Important? Understanding Psychedelic Integration Psychedelic integration is the process of...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, ACS, C-BSP, C-PAT
Sep 5, 20244 min read
Body Awareness & Activation in Brainspotting
What Are Body Sensations? Body sensations are the physical experiences we feel within our bodies. These sensations can range from subtle...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, ACS, C-BSP, C-PAT
Aug 25, 20244 min read
Attunement & The Therapeutic Relationship
What is Attunement in Psychotherapy? Definition and Core Concept Attunement in psychotherapy refers to the therapist's ability to be...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, LMHC, C-DBT, Certified Brainspotting Practitioner
Aug 10, 20242 min read
Essential Items for Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP)
Here are some essentials to consider that can really enhance your Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy Experiences: Set & Setting Enveloping...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, ACS, C-BSP, C-PAT
Jul 25, 20243 min read
Integration is in Everything
When I seek training in a new modality to share with my clients, it's almost always because it is something that has worked for me on my...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, ACS, C-BSP, C-PAT
Jul 18, 20243 min read
The Eyes Are The Window to the Brain
The Eyes Really Are a Window to the Brain You may have heard the phrase 'The eyes are the window to the soul.' While that may be true,...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, LMHC, C-DBT, Certified Brainspotting Practitioner
Jul 12, 20243 min read
Using the Feelings Wheel for Parts Work in Psychotherapy
What is the Feelings Wheel? The Feelings Wheel is a powerful visual tool designed to help you identify and articulate your emotions with...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, LMHC, C-DBT, Certified Brainspotting Practitioner
Jun 27, 20244 min read
Understanding Trauma: 6 Books I Recommend
To those seeking to understand trauma and facilitate personal healing, this list offers diverse perspectives from respected voices in the...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, LMHC, C-DBT, Certified Brainspotting Practitioner
May 14, 20245 min read
Functional Freeze vs. Dissociation: Understanding the Difference
Physiology of the Freeze Response The freeze response is an automatic reaction controlled by the nervous system. When faced with a...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, LMHC, C-DBT, Certified Brainspotting Practitioner
Apr 15, 20244 min read
Setting Intentions: Reflections to Help You to Prepare for Ketamine Assisted Therapy
What Is Ketamine Assisted Therapy? A Brief Overview Ketamine works by blocking NMDA glutamate receptors in the brain that are involved in...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, LMHC, C-DBT, Certified Brainspotting Practitioner
Apr 7, 20244 min read
Sublingual Ketamine Assisted Therapy - With an Emphasis on 'Assisted Therapy'
What Is Sublingual Ketamine Therapy? Low-Dose Ketamine Treatments Sublingual ketamine therapy involves taking low doses of ketamine, an...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, LMHC, C-DBT, Certified Brainspotting Practitioner
Feb 16, 20243 min read
Understanding Neuroception and the Fawn Response
What Is Neuroception? Neuroception refers to the neural process that scans the environment for safety or threat. It operates beneath our...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, LMHC, C-DBT, Certified Brainspotting Practitioner
Jan 19, 20244 min read
The Power of Parts Work in Psychotherapy
Parts work is a powerful technique used in many forms of psychotherapy and counseling. It's based on the idea that we all have different...
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Meredith Futernick-Gerak, LPC, LMHC, C-DBT, Certified Brainspotting Practitioner
Dec 27, 20234 min read
Nostalgia & The New Year
Nostalgia is a powerful feeling. It's that bittersweet longing for the past and the way things used to be. As the new year approaches,...
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