Narcissistic Abuse: The Trap That Enslaves Childhood Trauma Survivors

Photo by Savia Rocks on Pexels.com As I see many childhood trauma survivors in my practice, I often meet people who have experienced narcissistic abuse in adulthood. Sometimes it is from a current partner, sometimes from an ex, but it is striking how often this experience appears in my clients’ stories. They describe relationships that … Continue reading Narcissistic Abuse: The Trap That Enslaves Childhood Trauma Survivors

Self-Care Isn’t As Simple As It Seems to Be

Photo by Thought Catalog on Pexels.com We live in a culture obsessed with self-care. It’s become a buzzword of our time, a modern virtue we’re all expected to practice and perfect. From Instagram quotes to HR initiatives, the message is loud and clear: Take care of yourself. Workplaces now offer “self-care days.” Health blogs list … Continue reading Self-Care Isn’t As Simple As It Seems to Be

The Hidden Wound: Why We Need to Talk About Sibling Abuse

Photo by Ron Lach on Pexels.com When we talk about childhood trauma, our minds often turn to neglect, parental abuse, or school bullying. What rarely comes up—but should—is sibling abuse. It’s one of the most overlooked and unrecognized forms of childhood trauma, despite being far more common than many realize. Part of the reason sibling … Continue reading The Hidden Wound: Why We Need to Talk About Sibling Abuse

Exciting News!

🎤 ✨ I am honored to be speaking at the International Childhood Trauma Conference in Melbourne, August 2025, where I will be presenting on "Working with Childhood Trauma Through Utilising Early Memories and Resistance." In this talk, I’ll be advocating for the therapeutic use of childhood memories in trauma processing and exploring how our natural … Continue reading Exciting News!

Self-guided Learning During Holiday Break

The Christmas and New Year holiday period is often portrayed as a time of joy, connection, and celebration, but for many, it can be a profoundly challenging time. While sparkling decorations and cheerful music dominate the season, the emotional landscape can be far more complex for individuals facing family tensions, unresolved traumas, or loneliness. Existential … Continue reading Self-guided Learning During Holiday Break

Invisible Trauma: Emotional Abuse In Childhood.

When people think about childhood trauma, the mind typically gravitates toward vivid, tangible forms of harm—physical abuse, neglect, abandonment, or sexual abuse. There’s an implicit belief that in order for an individual to claim their childhood was traumatic, there must be clear, irrefutable evidence. As a result, many people search their memories for these overt … Continue reading Invisible Trauma: Emotional Abuse In Childhood.

You As Your Own Parent

Therapists are big on advising clients to “be kind” to themselves, practice self-care etc. Bookstores are full of self-help books that give suggestions on how to get better at self-acceptance, self-compassion and self-care. Advice may range from “taking time for yourself” to arranging a better sleep routine, booking regular holidays and making sure your work/life … Continue reading You As Your Own Parent