Injured, Not Broken: Why It’s So Hard to Know You Have CPTSD
When a child experiences neglect, anxiety, or danger repeatedly in a close relationship, that child... >>
How is CPTSD Different from PTSD?
Trauma can take many forms. You may have heard of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Most... >>
The Emotional Side of Trauma
Understanding that trauma includes emotional injury will help more people get the care they deserve.... >>
Advice From a Mother of the Bride
My daughter was married last month, which, in sitting down to write this blog, made... >>
Why We Must Keep Nurturing Connection
If these past 18 months have forced us to evaluate anything, it’s the importance of... >>
Why We Don’t See Ourselves Clearly
On any given day of our lives, our self-esteem is likely to hit plenty of... >>
Genuine Relating in an Imperfect World
Real-World Romance for Real-Life Partners Last month, I finished revising and updating The Fantasy Bond... >>
4 Reasons to Take Ownership of Your Feelings
There is a common pattern to the way many people tell stories about their emotions,... >>
Why We Should Stop Treating Love Like a “Pie”
I recently read a famous short story by Amy Bloom about an adult woman at... >>
How to Help Your Child Get Things Done (Without a Fight)
Many parents struggle with repeated conflicts with their kids. One moment may be about getting... >>