How to Assess Childhood Trauma Unfortunately we live in a world where extreme childhood trauma and abuse is prevalent. In the United States alone, 34.8 million children (ages 0-17) have experienced at least one traumatic childhood event that can severely harm their future health and well-being. These children grow up into adults that continue to…
Tips for Healing from Childhood Sexual Assault Childhood sexual assault is a traumatic experience that can have a profound and long-lasting impact on a person’s mental and emotional well-being. According to the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, one in four girls and one in six boys will experience sexual abuse before the age of 18.…
6 Ways to Heal the Wound of Unworthiness The wound of unworthiness is a feeling of not being good enough or deserving of love and happiness. It can be a deeply painful and damaging belief, and it can impact every aspect of our lives, including our relationships, career, and overall well-being. Healing this wound is…
Developing Emotional Intelligence Emotional intelligence, also known as emotional intelligence quotient (EQ), refers to the ability to recognize and manage one’s own emotions and the emotions of others. It involves skills such as emotional awareness, empathy, and self-regulation. Developing emotional intelligence can be a valuable part of personal and professional growth, as it can improve…
How to Treat Anxiety with CBT Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) has become the leading treatment for anxiety, and with good reason. Research indicates that CBT can be an effective treatment for anxiety after as few as 8 sessions, with or without any form of medication (4). CBT is a popular and effective form of psychological…
What is CBT & How Does it Help With Healing Trauma? Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) is a type of psychotherapy that focuses on helping individuals identify and change negative patterns of thinking and behavior. It is based on the idea that our thoughts, feelings, and behaviors are interconnected, and that by changing one aspect of…
What is Compassion Focused Therapy? Compassion Focused Therapy (CFT) is a form of psychological therapy developed by Paul Gilbert for people struggling with mental health problems characterized by shame, self-attack, and self-blame. CFT has its philosophical roots in Buddhist philosophy, but it’s also built upon foundations of evolutionary psychology, developmental psychology, attachment, and neuroscience. CFT…
Learning How to Identify Your Triggers Triggers are stimuli that can cause a person to have a negative emotional or behavioral response. Identifying your triggers can be an important step in managing your emotions and behaviors, and can help you better understand yourself and your reactions to the world around you. Here are some steps…