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Understanding and Addressing Common Trauma Responses for Improved Well-Being

by Nikki Dalhamer | May 15, 2024 | CPTSD and PTSD, Guest Contributor, Healing Self-Shame, Mindfulness, Self Care

Trauma can be defined as any event that is deeply distressing to you, causing a significant impact on your emotional and mental well-being. While the experience of trauma is subjective and unique to each individual, there are common responses that can affect one’s...

Being “Trauma-Informed” in a World Full of Pain and Chaos

by Nikki Dalhamer | Dec 19, 2023 | CPTSD, Guest Contributor

This approach involves sensitivity to trauma’s effects, creating a safe environment, and tailoring treatment to consider the individual’s unique experiences and needs related to their trauma “Trauma-informed” care refers to an approach that acknowledges the prevalence...

The Link Between Trauma, Mental Health, & SUD

by Nikki Dalhamer | Oct 10, 2023 | CPTSD, Emotional Wellness, Guest Contributor

In order to “heal” from any number of diagnoses – first, you must process your trauma My name is Nikki Dalhamer and I specialize in trauma-informed mental health and substance use disorder (SUD) coaching & consulting for adolescents ages 13-18 and adults with...