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IN-DEPTH: Shining a light on PTSD

Falmouth psychologist launching new treatment facility, former Annapolis Valley man shares story via podcasts

Dr. Belinda Seagram, a registered psychologist and owner of Seagram and Associates, and social worker and military veteran Doug Allen are excited to announce the new day treatment facility they're launching this fall to help people with PTSD.
Dr. Belinda Seagram, a registered psychologist and owner of Seagram and Associates, and social worker and military veteran Doug Allen are excited to announce the new day treatment facility they're launching this fall to help people with PTSD. - Carole Morris-Underhill

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Dr. Belinda Seagram has launched PTSD Hero Comics — a project designed to help injured service members, veterans and first responders one comic book at a time. The registered psychologist says it's a way to tackle challenging subject matter in a visual and engaging manner.

Falmouth psychologist launching new treatment facility, comic book series to help tackle PTSD

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