Healing Invisible Wounds: ACT Therapy and Trauma Resulting from Childhood Emotional Neglect Understanding Childhood Emotional Needs: As children, we rely on our parents to meet not only our physical needs but also our emotional needs. These emotional needs are just as crucial for our well-being as food, water, and shelter. Among these needs are three [...]
Breaking the Cycle of Trauma: Embracing Recovery and Resilience Understanding Trauma: Trauma can take many forms, from childhood neglect or abuse to witnessing or experiencing violence, accidents, natural disasters, and even war or terror attacks. These experiences can deeply wound us, shaping the way we see ourselves and the world around us. They can leave [...]
Authenticity vs. Attachment in Trauma and Mental Health The Inner Struggle: Authenticity vs. Connection Have you ever felt torn between being true to yourself and fitting in with others? It's a common struggle that many of us face, and it can have a big impact on our mental health. Understanding the Pleasing Strategy Let's break [...]
From Surviving to Thriving: Nurturing Growth After Trauma Introduction: Dealing with tough times isn't easy, especially when you've been through something really traumatic. We're going to talk about how you can move forward and grow stronger, looking at it from a way of thinking called Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). This isn't about promising quick [...]
Soulful Support: The Emotional Resonance of Standing Beside Trauma Survivors Introduction: In the circle of support for trauma survivors, there exists a group often unseen—the friends and family who bear witness to the struggles of their loved ones. This exploration delves into the world of secondary trauma, offering insights and encouragement from the perspective of [...]
Feeling Like an Outsider: Navigating the Silence Within with ACT In the world of social connections, it's not uncommon to feel like an outsider, listening to the whispers of thoughts like "I have nothing to say" or "What I have to share isn't interesting or important." These sentiments often walk hand-in-hand with the outsider feeling, [...]
The Connection Between Trauma, PTSD, and OCD: A Perspective from ACT Therapy Life can be challenging, and sometimes we face experiences that leave a lasting impact on our minds. Trauma, especially in the form of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), can set off a chain reaction of responses, with one potential outcome being the development of [...]
First Aid for Trauma Impact: Grounding Techniques to Find Stability In the aftermath of trauma, individuals may grapple with overwhelming distress, including disconnection, flashbacks, dissociation, and a profound sense of emptiness. The impact of trauma can threaten to pull them into an alternate reality, disrupting their daily functioning and causing great pain and suffering, not [...]
Healing from Trauma with TF-ACT Reclaiming Control: TF-ACT's Journey from Trauma to Triumph Embarking on a path of healing from trauma is a courageous journey, and finding the right therapeutic approach is key. In this blog post, we'll explore Trauma-Focused Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (TF-ACT), tailored to resonate with those seeking care for trauma. Let's [...]
Overcoming Barriers: Seeking Therapy in Times of War, Trust Erosion, and Economic Strain In the midst of war, when the world is shrouded in uncertainty and fear, seeking mental health support might seem like an insurmountable challenge. The crisis of war brings not only physical threats but also takes a toll on individuals' mental well-being. [...]
