Low Contact: The Punisher versus The Self-Protector Holidays are hard for many people. Some individuals may feel tremendous anxiety and pressure to spend time with more difficult family members. Those who are in no contact situations often feel sad, angry,…
Your world has often been turned upside down after being involved with a narcissist or highly antagonistic individual. It is important to be gentle with yourself as you heal. Self-care is an important part of your healing journey. Finding a…
Many of us were taught that emotional abuse was not that bad. However, from the number of clients who present with symptoms of Complex PTSD after working, living with, or being married to a psychological abuser – this is…
Dealing with difficult people can take a serious toll on your well-being. Whether it is a boss or co-worker, a family member, a spouse, parent or even your child – these difficult relationships can negatively impact your physical and mental…
We all develop defense strategies that are meant to help us by minimizing distress in the moment. This allows us to adapt to an invalidating or difficult environment or situation, while protecting us. In childhood, we see this as…
