Halloween is coming up quickly and many children are anxiously counting the hours until Halloween. For children this is a great holiday. They get to wear a costume they like and they get free candy. What more could a child ask for? Many children plan all year about the costume they are going to […]
I know that reaching out for therapy can take courage. If you’re reading this, chances are you’ve been carrying a lot — trying to hold it together, showing up for others, while wondering when it might be your turn to feel supported. You don’t have to do it alone. I work with adults and young […]
Does this sound familiar? You meet someone who seems perfect on paper. They’re successful, intelligent, driven, and charming. In the beginning, their attention is captivating, and you feel like you’ve finally found a partner who matches your own aspirations. But as the relationship progresses and true intimacy begins to form, something shifts. A wall goes […]
On paper, she has it all together: confident, capable, compassionate. Inside, she’s exhausted, second-guessing herself, and wondering why every relationship leaves her smaller. Many Highly Sensitive High-Achieving Women find themselves entangled with a covert narcissist—the charming, self-effacing partner who seems emotionally deep but quietly erodes their sense of self. 1. The Invisible Dynamics Covert […]
Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) experience the world intensely. We notice tone changes, subtle emotional cues, and the unspoken tensions that others miss. This sensitivity is a gift—yet in relationships, it can also become a burden when empathy turns into over-responsibility. Many successful, sensitive women find themselves doing all the emotional labor: soothing conflicts, remembering the […]
When people think of narcissistic abuse, they often picture explosive anger or obvious manipulation. But covert (or vulnerable) narcissistic abuse is different. It hides behind silence, guilt, victimhood, or subtle digs. On the outside, it may not even look like abuse—yet the effects on survivors are profound. If you’ve been on the receiving end […]
Written By Christina Sheehan Gaslighting doesn’t just confuse you in the moment—it has ripple effects that reach every part of your life. Many women stay stuck, thinking it will fade on its own. The truth is: the longer it goes unhealed, the higher the cost. The Emotional Cost Constant self-doubt, guilt, and shame. Living on […]
Written By Christina Sheehan 10 Signs You Might Be Experiencing Gaslighting Gaslighting is one of the most confusing—and damaging—forms of emotional & pyschological abuse. It’s designed to make you question your memory, your feelings, and even your sanity. The truth is: if you’ve been made to believe you’re “too sensitive,” “imagining things,” or “overreacting,” […]
Written By Christina Sheehan When most people think of narcissism, they picture someone loud, arrogant, or demanding the spotlight. But covert (or vulnerable) narcissists often look very different. They may appear quiet, humble, or even insecure. On the surface, they don’t seem threatening. But behind closed doors, they use subtle, manipulative tactics to control, confuse, […]
Written By Christina Sheehan If you’ve ever been told you’re “too sensitive,” it might have felt like criticism. But sensitivity is not a flaw—it’s a trait, and it comes with powerful gifts. In fact, being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) means your nervous system is wired to notice, feel, and process the world more deeply […]
