Childhood trauma can deeply disrupt a young person’s world. When children experience distressing events, it can disrupt their sense of safety, trust, and self-worth. These scars don’t necessarily fade as the child grows up, either. They can shape how that child views themselves and the world around them and lead to a range of mental […]
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) is a form of psychotherapy that emphasizes acceptance of one’s thoughts and emotions, while also promoting commitment to actions that are in line with an individual’s values and goals. It aims to help us develop psychological flexibility, and cope with difficult thoughts and feelings effectively. This approach encourages mindfulness, acceptance, […]
When we think of trauma, we often conjure images of catastrophic events or harrowing experiences that leave indelible scars on the human psyche. However, there exists another realm of trauma that operates more subtly yet can still wield a profound impact on our emotional well-being. Coined as “Little T Trauma,” these somewhat more minor incidents […]
While childhood should be a time of joy and exploration, sadly, many young people experience childhood trauma, which can have both short-term and long-lasting effects on their mental and emotional health. These effects may persist well into adulthood, impacting a person’s physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. Today, we discuss the 7 most common forms of […]
Recovery from Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) can be a treacherous journey. As you make progress in healing and managing your symptoms, it is equally important to develop a CPTSD relapse prevention plan to help you to maintain stability and prevent setbacks during the inevitable ups and downs of your recovery journey. Today, we discuss […]
If you’re finding that life’s feeling a bit too hard, too often, you’re not alone. We all struggle from time to time, no matter how life is going. Our minds and hearts are subject to emotions and moods that aren’t always logical or explainable – and that’s okay. In fact, it’s part of the beauty […]
May is recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month. During this time, initiatives focus on raising awareness, promoting understanding, and challenging stigmas surrounding mental health issues. We will publish related articles throughout the month. If you are interested, be sure to subscribe so you don’t miss a post. Mental Health Awareness Month provides many opportunities to […]
As the demands of work, relationships, parenting, care-giving, and everyday responsibilities increase, stress levels can rise. It can be easy to experience the unhealthy results of too much stress. Cue Fitbit. It is our trusty companion that tracks our steps and heart rate, but it also has another often-overlooked feature. It offers a glimpse into […]
April has been designated as Stress Awareness Month. The intent of this global month-long event is to improve understanding of the causes and symptoms of stress, as well the importance of prioritizing stress relief and mitigation as part of a healthy lifestyle that includes generous levels of mental self-care. Today we focus on stress management […]
Since 1992, April has been designated as Stress Awareness Month. This global month-long event is to improve understanding of causes of stress, and to emphasize the importance of prioritizing stress relief and mitigation as part of a healthy lifestyle that includes generous levels of mental self-care. Sometimes, finding the source of our stress and anxiety […]
