Written by Chisato Hotta, DSW, LPCC, LMFT When I was 18 years old, I moved to Japan and lived with my boyfriend at the time. When the relationship became abusive … Continue reading The importance of having conversations
Speaking and listening about trauma
Written by Chisato Hotta, DSW, LPCC, LMFT Trigger Warning:This post discusses multiple forms of trauma including graphic descriptions of sexual trauma, physical trauma,emotional trauma and domestic violence/Intimate Partner Violence. If … Continue reading Speaking and listening about trauma
The Impacts of Trauma Informed vs Non-Trauma Informed Mental Health Care
Written by Chisato Hotta, DSW, LPCC, LMFT Trigger Warning:This post discusses multiple forms of trauma including graphic descriptions of sexual trauma, physical trauma,emotional trauma and domestic violence/Intimate Partner Violence. If … Continue reading The Impacts of Trauma Informed vs Non-Trauma Informed Mental Health Care
Overcoming chronic health struggles by honoring my own pace…with softness and compassion!
Written by Meghna Bhat On March 11th, I completed the ShamrockN 10k race on a rainy Saturday in Sacramento, California. I mostly brisk walked and jogged. I surprised myself with … Continue reading Overcoming chronic health struggles by honoring my own pace…with softness and compassion!
Advocating for Neurodiversity within Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).
Written by Written by Chisato Hotta, DSW, LPCC, LMFT “We can’t support their needs here.” As a therapist, I had witnessed first hand over and over again, the stigma against … Continue reading Advocating for Neurodiversity within Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DEI).
Meet Torrence Brannon-Reese
Trauma Informed LA’s podcast, Our Stories Matter, is proud to feature the music of Torrence (Torre`) Brannon-Reese. A native of New Orleans, Louisiana, Torre` is a true Renaissance man, artist … Continue reading Meet Torrence Brannon-Reese