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5 Signs of Childhood Trauma in Adulthood
Signs that show up in adulthood that you may have experienced childhood trauma and steps for healing
Emily Smith
Mar 193 min read


When "coping skills" for trauma aren't good enough
Coping skills fall short for trauma survivors. Shifting to nervous system regulation fosters true healing within the body.
Emily Smith
Feb 43 min read


What Can Cause Developmental Trauma?
What is developmental trauma, and what causes it? Developmental trauma is made up of emotional, psychological, and/or physical scars...
Emily Smith
Jan 134 min read


Healing Relationship Strains During Election Season: How to Manage Relationships and Stay Connected
Election season is a challenging time for many, and it can often bring added tension into our closest relationships. For some, these...
Emily Smith
Nov 5, 20246 min read


What's the difference between Complex Trauma (C-PTSD) and Developmental Trauma?
Trauma is a term that involves a range of intensely distressing experiences and their lasting impacts on people. While many are familiar...
Emily Smith
Aug 1, 20243 min read


Trauma Intensives or Regularly Scheduled Therapy - which is right for me?
When it comes to addressing deep-seated trauma and emotional distress, finding the right therapeutic approach can be transformative....
Emily Smith
Jul 10, 20243 min read


The Depths of Severe Trauma Treatment: Trauma Therapists Have to Dive Deep
In the world of mental health and therapy, perhaps no calling is as nuanced and delicate as working with clients who have endured severe...
Emily Smith
Apr 22, 20243 min read


Navigating the Loss of a Parent Who is Still Alive
Grief is a multifaceted emotion, a labyrinth of pain and longing that often emerges in response to the loss of a loved one....
Emily Smith
Jan 30, 20243 min read


A Guide for Parentified Adult Children on Setting Emotional Boundaries
The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, connection, and celebration. However, the reality for many families is that it's...
Emily Smith
Nov 20, 20234 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 18, 20235 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 11, 20234 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


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


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


What's a Family Coach, and how could that help my family?
These days, parents, caregivers and young people, are struggling more than ever. They're struggling to stay connected, maintain healthy...
Emily Smith
Feb 28, 20234 min read
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