Healing Deep Wounds with Faith and Evidence-Based Care What Is Complex Trauma? Complex trauma—often referred to in clinical settings as Complex PTSD—develops from prolonged or repeated exposure to emotionally painful or unsafe experiences, often in early life. Unlike single-incident trauma, complex trauma is relational. It can stem from neglect, chronic stress, abandonment, or unstable caregiving. […]
Have you ever wondered why you feel exhausted no matter how much sleep you get? Maybe you keep hoping the next weekend, vacation, or break will finally help you catch up — only to end up feeling behind all over again.No matter what, you never seem to be able to stick to routines and habits. […]
I recently read a newly published book by Galit Atlas called Emotional Inheritance. Galit writes about the trauma that is unprocessed by the generations that precede us (our parents, grandparents, great grandparents), and how that trauma manifests in our lives. She calls it “the legacy of trauma,” something we inherit. It is also called the […]
I have shared a bit before about what psychoanalytic psychotherapy is like. That therapy is a conversation between you and the therapist where you are free (encouraged even) to talk about what is top of mind, what has occurred in the past week, what happened in your past. Through the conversation together, we identify […]
What happens when we don’t respect our capacity? When we push past our limits? When we allow ourselves – or even welcome – depletion, like it’s a normal part of life? I once believed the myth that depletion was a part of living and that self-care would fill me back up. Empaths have a […]
Summer is just around the corner. The kids will be home all the time, snacks will be vanishing like magic tricks, and you can already hear “Mom!” echoed every 3.2 seconds…but who’s counting?! If you’re feeling like you’re two meltdowns away from a full-on momplosion—well, just know you’re not alone. While you’re playing free Summer-Uber, […]
I saw her before I even sat down. One mom, three bags and two towels slung over one shoulder, a snack container clutched between her teeth, and a beach umbrella dragging like a limp noodle behind her. She had that determined shuffle all moms perfect—half power-walk, half don’t-drop-the-baby jog. Her face was flushed, her tank […]
Accountability in Relationships Is Hard Saying “I’m sorry” is really hard.Not getting defensive when someone points out how you hurt them? Also really fucking hard. Because it’s not just about the moment: it hits something deeper. It pokes at your identity. Your intentions. The version of yourself you believe you are. And when those don’t […]
Anger in children can be confusing and overwhelming for both parents and caregivers. This blog explores how children develop anger, how to recognize the signs, and how early support can make a meaningful difference. We will also look at how working with a psychotherapist in Toronto, using approaches like art therapy for children, can help […]
In therapy, I often hear frustration from people who feel their partner is overly controlling or stifling, preventing them from being their true selves. Lately, the buzzword seems to be “narcissist,” but relationship dynamics are rarely that simple. Healthy relationships rely on mutual respect and balance. Many of us unknowingly carry patterns from our […]
