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I have personally worked with both Kim and Hilary. Their work is effective, straightforward and full of compassion. I recommend them without hesitation.
Hilary and Kim bring compassionate clarity and understanding to their clients. Their tools are effective in building relationship bridges and fostering authentic communication. I found their approach to be refreshing and disarming. I would recommend them to anyone seeking improvement in their relationships, personal excellence or health.
I employed Kim Ward, Ph.D. and Hilary Stokes, Ph.D. for 8 years and found them to be a dynamic team dedicated to making a positive difference in the world. During that time they developed and managed the Psychology, Spirituality and Fitness Programs at Sanoviv Medical Institute. They demonstrated commitment, integrity and the utmost professionalism. I have great confidence in their capabilities and believe they will be an asset to any individual or organization.
Authenticity is the ideal word to describe my trusted colleagues, Dr. Hilary Stokes and Dr. Kim Ward. Their seminars, counseling, and publishing are leading edge in terms of scientific research and feature the synergistic power of mind, body, and spirit to enhance total health and fulfuillment for individuals, couples, teams, and organizations. They represent the very best in our field professionally and personally.
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October 31, 2025
Trauma Informed Therapy
What is Trauma? Trauma is our response to an experience that is so distressing and frightening that we become overwhelmed and unable to cope effectively. Trauma is not determined by the event or what happened but rather our experience of it. It is deeply personal and results from how our nervous system responded and recovered […]
September 19, 2025
What Is Your Attachment Style? Understand How We Connect, Relate, and Heal
Our attachment style shapes the way we love, feel safe and grow. Whether you identify as a person who is able to securely attach to others or if you carry the wounds of anxious, avoidant, or fearful attachment, knowing your attachment style opens pathways to healing and healthy relationships. The Four Primary Attachment Styles Secure […]
September 19, 2025
Research and Case Studies on Brainspotting
Research and Case Studies on Brainspotting While research on brainspotting therapy is an emerging, initial studies show promising outcomes, particularly in the treatment of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and emotional trauma. Although existing research contains methodological limitations, such as small sample sizes and limited peer-reviewed trials, brainspotting has demonstrated comparable effectiveness to EMDR in […]
September 19, 2025
Healing Attachment Wounds with Brainspotting: How Compassion, Co-Regulation, and Subcortical Processing Rewire the Brain
Discover how Brainspotting helps transform childhood trauma into secure connection Attachment wounds rooted in early childhood trauma or inconsistent caregiving can deeply shape how we relate, trust, and regulate our emotions. These wounds are stored deep within the body and brain, particularly in subcortical areas such as the amygdala. Traditional talk therapy often can’t reach these […]