Posted: September 4, 2024
What is Trauma Related Shame? Victims of trauma question their self-worth and often blame themselves. Overtime this deteriorates self-esteem and results in internalized feelings of shame. Shame and trauma operate in a cycle perpetuating symptoms of PTSD and obstructing the healing process. Through this cycle,…
Posted: August 21, 2024
What is EMDR Therapy? EMDR stands for Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing therapy. EMDR therapy is a treatment modality that uses bilateral stimulation (alternating left and right movements) to help the brain process and heal from traumatic experiences. Traditionally, EMDR therapists have engaged patients in bilateral…
Posted: August 13, 2024
What is Narcissistic Abuse? Narcissistic abuse is emotional and psychological abuse perpetrated by a person with Narcissistic Personality Disorder. Narcissistic abuse lowers self-esteem and can lead to anxiety, depression, and PTSD. Narcissistic abuse occurs in a cycle of four phases. Each phase manipulates and…
Posted: July 29, 2024
What are Boundaries? Boundaries are limits we set to protect our safety, mental health, and emotional wellbeing. Boundaries can strengthen relationships with friends and families and eliminate engagement with high conflict people. We can set boundaries for ourselves (personal boundary) or we can set them…
Posted: July 16, 2024
What is Childhood Emotional Abuse? Childhood emotional abuse is a pattern of harmful behavior that causes a child significant emotional and mental distress. This type of abuse is frequently perpetrated by a parent or caretaker, but it can also be inflicted by a sibling, teacher,…
Posted: July 9, 2024
Why Trauma Effects Motivation If you have a diagnoses of Complex Trauma or PTSD, you may struggle to self motivate. Something as simple as showering or making the bed may feel overwhelming to you. Low motivation is actually a very normal and understandable symptom of…