• Writings by Dr. Ashley

    I spent years in school immersed in the study of how our minds, bodies, and spirits connect. Rather than letting my writings sit in a folder, I’ve taken my essays on transpersonal psychology, psychophysiology, and neurofeedback and turned them into these blog posts.

    This is my academic journey shared one reflection at a time. Bridging the gap between rigorous study and the personal insights that make sense of the human experience.

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Not All Nightmares Are the Same: The Critical Difference Between Ordinary & PTSD Nightmares

Not all nightmares are the same, and treating them alike can be harmful. This post explores the critical difference between ordinary, symbolic nightmares and the literal, traumatic reruns experienced in PTSD. Learn why traditional dream analysis can be re-traumatizing and discover the specialized therapies, like Imagery Rehearsal Therapy, designed to help heal.

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