They said the worst things to you. They were cruel and cold. They made you feel unworthy and not good enough. Just as you begin to heal and move on, they suddenly contact you out of the blue. If the above sounds familiar, it is...
10 Ways Trauma Can Effect a Relationship Past traumatic experiences can greatly impact the way you behave and respond in a relationship. Traumatic experiences can lead to Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), which impairs your sense of safety and security in relationships. This lack of...
What is Somatic and Attachment Focused EMDR Therapy? EMDR Therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing Therapy) is a therapeutic modality that helps individuals process traumatic memories to make them less disturbing. You can refer to the previous blog titled, “ How EMDR Therapy Works” for more...
How the Holidays Effect Mental Health The holidays can be one of the most stressful times of the year. High expectations, financial strain, and family drama are just a few factors contributing to anxiety and depression. Personally, I’ve experienced wonderful holiday celebrations, but I’ve also...
Gaslighting occurs when one person psychologically manipulates another person, causing that person to doubt their perception of reality. Gaslighting is used to gain control and power over another person and creates confusion, doubt, and anxiety. Examples of gaslighting include: lying, dismissing, invalidating, insisting someone’s memory...
You dread spending Thanksgiving with narcissistic family/in-laws. Memories of previous fights, passive aggressive digs, and verbal abuse escalate your anxiety as the holiday grows closer. You plan to just suffer though the occasion because you have no choice. Essentially, you feel helpless. If you relate...