by Deborah E. Padilla | Jun 4, 2024 | Guest Contributor, Mental Health Advocacy, Mental Health Awareness, Nature
Therapists acquire knowledge to help the suffering. A cognitive-behavioral theorist focuses on reframing negative thoughts, and a Freudian helps comprehend the unconscious mind. Often, a client’s treatment plan reflects a particular approach. The session is...
by Natalie Rose | Jun 3, 2024 | CPTSD, CPTSD and PTSD, Emotional Wellness, Expressive Writing, Guest Contributor, Hope, Self Care
My Grandmother is one of my best friends and biggest role models. Even when separated by distance, she’s always been by my side. She has shared my joy and shed tears with me and knows my secrets. She’s always given me a space to talk, and she listens with open...
by Sylvie Rouhani | May 31, 2024 | Complex PTSD Healing, Guest Contributor, Guilt, Journaling, Listening, Loneliness, Mental Health Advocacy, Mental Health Awareness, Sexual Abuse, Suicide Prevention, Symptoms of CPTSD
#SAAM – the Sexual Assault Awareness campaign was last month. I wish I could write such things as: “If you have experienced sexual assault or rape, please go to the Police, talk to someone, anyone who could help you through this.” Sadly, I...
by Jennifer Lock Oman | May 30, 2024 | Anger, CPTSD and PTSD, Guest Contributor
Among the limited options available to manage relational trauma as children and teens, many of us with early relational wounding took the behavioral route of being reserved, respectful, compliant, and often tuned into others’ needs above our own. With this...
by Erena DiGonis | May 28, 2024 | CPTSD, CPTSD and PTSD, Emotional Wellness, Guest Contributor, Life Management Skills, Mindfulness
Introduction Trauma can cast a long shadow on our lives, affecting our emotional well-being and overall health. While it’s important to seek professional help for trauma recovery, there are also practical tools you can incorporate into your daily routine to...
by Shigeko Ito | May 28, 2024 | ADHD, Anxiety, CPTSD and PTSD, Guest Contributor
The other day, I listened to the Mel Robbins podcast about her delayed diagnosis of ADHD at age 47, which was her accidental discovery in the process of getting her teenage son evaluated for ADHD. She said she was flabbergasted and wondered why she hadn’t...
