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What is the Object Relations Theory?

Object Relations Theory is a school within psychodynamic thought that focuses on how early relationships, particularly with primary caregivers, shape the psychological and emotional structure of the individual. Unlike Freud’s drive-based model, which focused on internal conflicts between biological urges and constraints in society, this focuses on the internalization of relationships, or “objects,” which are […]

REparenting Through the Body by Stacey Hurst, LCPC, BC-DMT

The term “re-parenting” is frequently used to describe the process of turning inward and providing our younger selves with the care and love we may have lacked in early childhood. This internal work is crucial because when our younger parts don’t receive the nurturing they need, we can develop various symptoms—many psychological diagnoses are linked […]

What is Ego Psychology?

Ego psychology is a branch of psychoanalysis that highlights the role of the ego in managing and organizing mental functions. Unlike classical psychoanalysis, which focuses primarily on unconscious drives and conflicts (often rooted in the id), ego psychology highlights the ego’s capacity to regulate impulses, plan ahead, and interact with the external world. This approach […]

The Work

Dr. Daniel Medina

“The Work” is a term I’ve coined. Drawing from the reference Leonard Cohen used to describe his entire body of work as a poet and songwriter, I view the work as also being deeply connected to the inner work we must all undertake.    The Work is a choice. The Work is an inevitable experience […]

Supporting Paternal Mental Health

Fatherhood brings a strong sense of responsibility and emotional strain that can usually go unspoken. As it is true that many fathers embrace the happiness that comes with parenting, they can also experience anxiety, irritability, emotional withdrawal, or a deep sense of pressure to “hold it all together.” Psychodynamic psychotherapy provides a supportive space to […]

When Burnout Became My Awakening: How Healing High-Functioning Codependency Resurrected My Career

For a long time, I wore the therapist mask well.I held space, tracked patterns, responded with wisdom, and kept going—even when I was bone-tired inside.Clients praised my calm presence. Colleagues called me strong. I nodded, smiled, and delivered. And yet, quietly…I was burning out. But not in the way you’d expect. There were no missed […]

Healing the Wounded Healer: Coming Home to Yourself

You were called to this work for a reason. Not just because you’re good at listening. Not only because people confide in you. But because somewhere along the way, you were wounded—and you turned toward the wound, not away from it. You learned to hold pain with reverence. You made meaning of your suffering. You […]

Am I a High-Functioning Codependent?

Am I a High-Functioning Codependent? Here’s How to Know You’re the one who always shows up. The one who remembers the birthdays, juggles the deadlines, fills in the gaps—quietly, competently, and without asking for help. You get things done, hold everyone together, and make it all look effortless. But inside? You’re tired. You’re nervous system […]

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