Treating Trauma with Psychodrama
By Beau Black We need to feel our feelings in order to translate them into words, elevate them to a conscious level, and think… Read More
What Is Trauma Bonding and How to Cope
By Wesley Gallagher If you’ve ever known someone who was in an abusive relationship, you’ve probably found yourself wondering, Why… Read More
Trigger Warnings: Do They Help or Harm?
In addition to feeling overwhelmed and distressed, triggers often inhibit our ability to remain fully present in the moment. As people are beginning to… Read More
Domestic Violence Series: How Recovery Works
Breaking free from domestic violence — from an abusive, controlling, self-esteem-killing relationship — is one of the most heroic acts of self-care an abuse… Read More
Exploring the Word “Victim”
When you think about all the people in your life, the chances are quite high that you or someone you know has experienced some kind… Read More
Sexual Assault & Its Impact On Intimacy
Sexual assault, abuse, and violence can wreak havoc on the lives of victims. It can result in guilt, shame, depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD),… Read More
Can Medical Disorders Cause Sexual Trauma?
Life looks a bit different for those suffering from chronic illness. You often experience significant health challenges that range from mild to severe. What’s more,… Read More
Exploring Military Sexual Trauma
By Anna McKenzie Military sexual trauma remains far too common in US Armed Forces, and its effects can have a lasting impact on service members’… Read More
How Do You Score on an ACEs Survey?
By Alanna Hilbink One tool regularly used in wellness treatment that is highly effective in assessing the amount of trauma we’ve experienced is the adverse… Read More
How Trauma Leads to Sex Addiction
By Anna McKenzie Studies have shown that sexual abuse can have a number of detrimental effects on survivors, including trauma, shame, depression, and… Read More