by Natalie Jovanic | Oct 23, 2025 | CPTSD, CPTSD and PTSD, Emotional Wellness, Guest Contributor
For years, I felt fragmented—like different versions of myself were constantly at war. There were various patterns, depending on the context. Falling in love was one of those areas where conflicting parts showed up. One moment, I felt strong and independent. But once...
by Jamie Donmoyer | Nov 10, 2022 | Building Resilience in Healing, Complex PTSD Healing, CPTSD, CPTSD and Narcissistic Abuse, CPTSD Survivor Stories, EMDR, Emotional Wellness, Guest Contributor, PTSD, Shame, Trauma, Trauma-Informed, Treatment for CPTSD
“Breathe deeply.” I close my eyes and belly breathe as my EMDR therapist scoots her chair closer. This is standard practice in our weekly sessions. Soon she’ll tell me to open my eyes, focus on a certain phrase or idea, and follow her finger left and right. Sometimes...
