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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 3, 20233 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
Oct 2, 20232 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 14, 20233 min read


Adult ADHD and Complex Trauma - is there a link?
In the realm of mental health, there is often an intricate and nuanced relationship between diagnoses or conditions and experiences that...

Emily Smith
Sep 11, 20233 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
Sep 6, 20232 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...

Emily Smith
Aug 17, 20236 min read


Beyond "Coping Skills" - Why Your Coping Skills Aren't Working in Trauma Therapy
A key phrase that almost anyone who has ever been in therapy for five minutes knows: coping skills. I've grown tired with the constant...

Emily Smith
Aug 10, 20234 min read


The Adopted Young Adult
When we think about adopted children, most often the picture that pops into our minds includes a happy family cooing over an adorably...

Emily Smith
Jun 12, 20234 min read
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