Tag: PTSD therapy alternatives

• Why I Chose OEI Therapy For Trauma

  

  OEI therapy helps process trauma using your eyes, breath, and body—not just words. Developed in Vancouver by Audrey Cook and my mentor, Dr. Rick Bradshaw, this approach supports nervous system regulation and emotional stability, even for complex trauma. Learn how it works and why it might be more helpful than traditional talk therapy.

  Liana West

  May 21, 2025

  Betrayal, FAQs, Iatrogenic effect, OEI vs EMDR, Trauma Recovery

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• Why Is It Called OEI Therapy?

  

  Why is it called OEI therapy? OEI stands for Observed Experiential Integration. It’s a trauma therapy that helps the brain and body process stuck memories through visual pathways without needing to talk through painful, personal detail. This article explains the meaning behind the name and how the science behind it works to support trauma healing.

  Liana West

  May 14, 2025

  FAQs, Iatrogenic effect, Trauma Recovery

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• Why Is OEI Therapy Called Observed & Experiential Integration?

  

  What makes Observed Experiential Integration (OEI) different from other therapies? This gentle, body-based trauma therapy helps you observe, experience, and integrate difficult emotions and sensations—without needing to relive painful memories. Learn how OEI rewires the brain, calms the nervous system, and restores wholeness, especially when other methods like EMDR feel too overwhelming.

  Liana West

  May 7, 2025

  FAQs, OEI vs EMDR, Trauma Recovery

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• What If EMDR Didn’t Work for Your Trauma?

  

  Tried EMDR but didn’t find relief? You’re not alone. OEI (Observed Experiential Integration) offers a gentler, body-aware alternative for trauma healing. Unlike EMDR, OEI doesn’t require retelling your story. It uses simple eye movements to calm the nervous system and release trauma—even when memories are unclear. Discover a safer, more grounded path to healing.

  Liana West

  May 5, 2025

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