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OF SEXUAL ABUSE AND CHILDHOOD TRAUMA
Beyond Stages: The Deeper Principles of Trauma Recovery
Trauma recovery is not just about the stages, its about changing from surviving to living.
Jun 172 min read
Boundaries: What They Actually Are (and What They Are Not)
Healthy boundaries don't look like walls, and they don't look like open doors. They look more like a screen — they let the good stuff in and keep out what doesn't belong. Learn more about what good boundaries are and what they are not.
Jun 34 min read
Why do I Stay? Understanding the Power in Abusive Relationships
One of the most common and painful questions people ask themselves in abusive relationships is: “Why do I stay?” Let’s look at this from a trauma-informed perspective, because the reasons people stay are complex, deeply human, and often rooted in survival.
May 213 min read
Understanding the Three Stages of Recovery in Trauma-Focused Therapy
There are three stages to recovery in trauma processing; safety and stabilization, remembrance and mourning, and reconnection. Check out this blog to learn more about each stage.
May 63 min read
Taking the First Step: What to Expect When Starting Therapy
Starting therapy doesn’t require having everything figured out. It simply begins with a conversation and asking for help.
Apr 293 min read
Understanding Trauma-Informed vs. Trauma-Focused Therapy (And Why It Matters)
Trauma informed vs trauma focused therapy ; Understanding this distinction matters in helping clients make informed decisions about the kind of support they need.
Apr 152 min read
Understanding Therapy Approaches for Trauma: A Guide to Finding the Right Fit for You
Each approach in therapy may work in different ways, but the goals are similar: help you feel safer, reduce symptoms, and make sense of what happened without feeling overwhelmed.
Apr 13 min read
What Do We Mean When We Say "Trauma"?
The first step to starting trauma therapy is to understand "what is trauma"?
Mar 172 min read
Understanding Mental Health Professionals in Ontario: Who Does What?
If you're thinking about starting therapy, you've probably noticed there are several types of mental health professionals in Ontario. It can feel confusing to figure out who does what and who might be the right fit for you. Let me break it down in a way that hopefully makes the decision a bit easier.
Mar 43 min read
Mastering EMDR: The Power of 7-11 Breathing for Stress Relief
The benefits to using this 7-11 skill is to encourage nervous system regulation, reduce anxiety/overwhelm, improve emotional regulation, enhances body awareness, and it supports trauma processing.
Feb 112 min read
Managing a Trauma-Heavy Caseload in Psychotherapy
Creating a balance when working with a trauma heavy caseload for psychotherapists
Jan 214 min read
* The content shared in blog posts are intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute therapy or professional advice. If you find that what you're reading resonates with your own experience and you are struggling, it may be a good time to reach out to a mental health professional for support.
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