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
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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
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.
