Emily Smith
When Trauma Looks Like ADHD
Childhood trauma, or developmental trauma, leaves impacts that are often not obvious or expected. It shapes how you perceive, react to,...
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Emily Smith
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Understanding Developmental Trauma - What it looks like and the Maleficent 8
Trauma is often thought of as a singular, catastrophic events—accidents, natural disasters, or assaults. In recent years, complex trauma...
Emily Smith
Oct 18, 20235 min read
Understanding the Mother Wound and the Impact of Family Trauma
The "mother wound" is a concept not explicitly found in diagnostic manuals like the DSM-5, nor does it reside within the pages of any...
Emily Smith
Oct 11, 20234 min read
How do I know if I'm in a Trauma-Bonded relationship?
Trauma bonding occurs when a person forms a strong emotional connection with someone who has been abusive, manipulative, or harmful in...
Emily Smith
Oct 3, 20233 min read
Am I an Empath? Or is this the effect of childhood trauma...
In the complex world of human emotions, our upbringing often shapes our ability, and sometimes necessity, to read others and adapt to...
Emily Smith
Oct 2, 20232 min read
Brainspotting for Complex Trauma in Therapy - Finding Healing in the Gaze
Complex trauma is a multifaceted and severe form of psychological trauma that typically results from prolonged or repeated exposure to...
Emily Smith
Sep 25, 20233 min read
Using Body-Based Tools in Trauma Therapy
Trauma is not solely an experience that resides in the mind; it leaves its imprint on the body as well. Even for clients who have been in...
Emily Smith
Sep 14, 20233 min read
The 5 Trauma Responses: Navigating the Terrain of Complex Trauma
Trauma is not a one-size-fits-all experience. For individuals who have endured complex trauma, their responses often encompass a complex...
Emily Smith
Sep 6, 20232 min read
5 Under-the-Radar Signs of Trauma
Trauma isn't always a glaring wound; it can hide beneath the surface, shaping our lives in subtle yet profound ways. We often think of...
Emily Smith
Aug 17, 20235 min read
Effects of Complex Trauma: What is it and what do the scars left behind look like
For decades, mental health professionals have directed their attention towards the aftermath of shocking events like accidents, wars, and...
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