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Category: Therapy

Growing Through Change

Growing Through Change: How Learning a New Approach Deepens Healing

November 17, 2024

Growth is a continual process, not a checklist. Learning new approaches like NARM deepens healing by focusing on identity, connection, and self-acceptance. As we evolve, we embrace every version of ourselves with compassion, acknowledging that therapy isn’t about fixing, but expanding our capacity for kindness and self-understanding.

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The Lasting Impact of the Silent Treatment

The Lasting Impact of the Silent Treatment

September 23, 2024

The silent treatment during childhood can leave lasting emotional scars, shaping how we interact in adulthood. This withdrawal creates uncertainty, often leading to fear of rejection. Healing involves recognizing these early wounds and understanding that they were reflections of others’ limitations, not our worth. Compassion allows us to rewrite these patterns.

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My Therapist Said...

“My Therapist Said…”

September 18, 2024

The phrase “My therapist said…” can easily be misunderstood when taken out of context. Therapy is a complex journey, where each interaction has a deeper meaning. Understanding the full context behind words spoken in sessions helps reveal their true purpose, promoting growth and healing, not judgment or insult.

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Compassionate Growth: Healing Beyond Personal Barriers

Compassionate Growth: Healing Beyond Personal Barriers

September 9, 2024

Growth isn’t just about discovering new insights—it’s about compassionately integrating those insights into how we live and connect with others. Healing goes beyond personal barriers by embracing a holistic approach, creating space for continued self-awareness and relational healing.

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Healing the Past in the Present Moment

Healing the Past in the Present Moment

August 29, 2024

Our reactions to present situations can sometimes be disproportionately emotional, often rooted in past experiences. Healing involves recognizing and addressing these emotional triggers in the present, integrating past lessons to live more peacefully and authentically in the now.

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If You Could See Yourself Through Your Therapist’s Eyes: A Reflection on Self-Perception

If You Could See Yourself Through Your Therapist’s Eyes: A Reflection on Self-Perception

August 24, 2024

We often struggle with how we perceive ourselves, holding harsh internal judgments. Viewing ourselves through a therapist’s eyes offers a different perspective—one of compassion and understanding. This reflection helps us embrace our true selves, reducing self-criticism and fostering personal growth.

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How Our Clients Heal Us

How Our Clients Heal Us: The Mutual Journey of Therapy

July 4, 2024

Therapists not only guide clients through healing; they too are transformed by the process. Each session provides lessons in empathy, patience, and vulnerability, enriching the therapist’s own growth. Through this mutual journey, both clients and therapists benefit from deeper connections and shared emotional understanding.

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Understanding C-PTSD and Healing

Navigating Adulthood after Childhood Trauma: Understanding C-PTSD and Healing

September 10, 2023

Childhood trauma can cast a long shadow into adulthood. Understanding Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) helps individuals identify its impact, offering hope for healing. Through compassionate support, it’s possible to reclaim one’s sense of self and rebuild a life of emotional stability and peace.

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Navigating the Landscape of Developmental Trauma

Navigating the Landscape of Developmental Trauma: Unpacking its Various Forms

September 3, 2023

Developmental trauma manifests in many forms, from neglect to emotional abuse, leaving long-lasting effects. By exploring its various shapes, we gain insight into how it affects behavior and relationships, empowering us to seek healing and create healthier emotional foundations for the future.

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Beyond the Shadows

Beyond the Shadows

August 27, 2023

Developmental trauma’s impact can often remain hidden, affecting relationships and self-worth. By bringing these experiences into the light, we begin the healing process. Understanding the trauma’s effects allows for compassionate self-reflection and fosters the growth needed to move forward and embrace wholeness.

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