by Jesse Donahue | Oct 25, 2023 | ACEs, CPTSD, Guest Contributor
I am beginning to think of the emotions being raised within me, as a basic rejection, attachment, bonding problems, a disconnectedness to humanity issue I am beginning to think of the emotions being raised within me, as a basic rejection, attachment, bonding problems,...
by Elizabeth Woods | Oct 24, 2023 | CPTSD, Guest Contributor
Feelings – Feelings are subjective experiences that can be positive or negative, and can be influenced by sensations, thoughts, images, or situations. Feelings can also involve emotional or moral sensitivity. — Merriam-Webster Dictionary Everyone has...
by Shirley Davis | Oct 23, 2023 | CPTSD, Mental Health Advocacy
The CPTSD Foundation is dedicated to helping all who come to us gain and maintain optimum mental health in any way we can. For this reason, we have come to you in this article with more information to enhance your healing journey and to celebrate World Mental Health...
by Rachel Grant | Oct 20, 2023 | CPTSD, Guest Contributor
Back in 1999, I attended a lecture given by Hunter “Patch” Adams, whose life is the inspiration for the movie “Patch Adams” starring Robin Williams. I found Patch’s message struck a resounding chord and adequately named what it is that is...
by Erena DiGonis | Oct 19, 2023 | CPTSD and PTSD, Emotional Wellness, Guest Contributor
Everyone experiences anxiety and stress. Life’s demands and our lived experiences can leave us feeling emotionally overwhelmed and flooded. The good news? You hold the power to hit the pause button and equip yourself with effective tools to regain control in...
by Jesse Donahue | Oct 18, 2023 | Complex PTSD Healing, CPTSD and PTSD, Guest Contributor
Secrets we once thought we would have to take to our grave We need to seek out a safe environment to share our stories, to share our unexplained awful feelings, an environment that is altogether new to us. Perhaps even now, an environment we do not yet trust or...
by Robyn Brickel | Oct 17, 2023 | CPTSD, Guest Contributor, Podcast
The High Heels and Heartache podcast recently featured Robyn Brickel, M.A., LMFT, the founder and clinical director of Brickel and Associates. In this episode, What is Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD)?, Robyn delves into complex Post Traumatic Stress...
by Shirley Davis | Oct 16, 2023 | Complex PTSD Healing, CPTSD, self sabotage
When in the throes of healing from complex trauma, survivors can get lost in all the memories and emotions. Whether or not we are in therapy, we are prone to self-sabotaging behaviors. Self-sabotage describes things people do that block their success and prevent them...
by Elizabeth Woods | Oct 12, 2023 | CPTSD and PTSD, Guest Contributor, Life Management Skills
***TRIGGER WARNING*** This article discusses trauma, including sexual references that may not be appropriate for all. My name is Elizabeth, and I am a survivor of CSA and unimaginable trauma. I have lived through a childhood full of sexual torture and witnessed...
by Jesse Donahue | Oct 11, 2023 | ACEs, CPTSD, Emotional Wellness, Guest Contributor
What does repeated trauma do to our emotions and why can a troubled childhood last a lifetime if not healed? Because experienced, generated emotions are alive! Throughout my entire life, I have not understood emotions, as they have always been a mystery to me. They...
