https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog daily 0.75 2025-05-19 https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/will-emdr-work-for-me-if monthly 0.5 2024-05-28 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1716314597397-0Q9TUNAJN0IBH4DE7N8K/image-asset.jpeg Blog - “Will EMDR Work for Me IF…?” - Clarifying Negative Beliefs In EMDR treatment, I clarify the negative beliefs clients have about themselves and what they would prefer to believe instead of that. Some common beliefs I hear from clients are: I'm not good enough. I have to be perfect. I'm not okay the way that I am. There's something wrong with me. I'm not lovable. I'm not safe. It's not okay to be my authentic self. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1716314777984-4E1C4TLYHQHODK99DZSU/image-asset.jpeg Blog - “Will EMDR Work for Me IF…?” - Covert Trauma This trauma also happens covertly. For example: A busy parent who is working a lot and doesn't have time to play with their kid or attend their events. A kid who’s trying to understand the reality they are living in without the advantage of adult perspectives and critical thinking can begin to believe that their parent doesn't want to spend time with them, that they aren’t loved, they don’t deserve to be cared for, they have to earn attention or connection, or there must be something wrong with them for the parent to choose something else over the child. If the parent doesn’t challenge or repair the ideas the child is assuming based on the situation, it can create negative belief systems that cause lifelong pain. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/support-partner-during-emdr-intensive monthly 0.5 2024-02-19 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1708386005151-UVZDCYHBTXAFVKP7KSMX/image-asset.jpeg Blog - What can I do to support my partner during their EMDR intensive? - Continue (or start) therapy for yourself The best way to handle feeling triggered by your partner is to have your own therapist to process your feelings about your partner’s changes. If my client’s partner doesn’t have a therapist I am always happy to make a referral. I often recommend that partners consider getting a relationship or couple’s specialty therapist to help with the relationship as one member goes through their healing process. At the very least, having your own mental health professional to help you navigate the shift in your partner and the relationship will help smooth the transition for your partner, and allow you to have a place where your experience and opinions are centered. Because… https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1708386099421-JGKK8KPWE7MHGD1EDKPF/image-asset.jpeg Blog - What can I do to support my partner during their EMDR intensive? - Continue being supportive Hopefully, this advice will help you if your partner is considering an EMDR intensive. And if you are the one considering doing trauma work like an EMDR intensive, please forward this to your partner and have a conversation about your feelings and expectations before getting started. For therapy in general (and for EMDR intensives) having a positive support network is very helpful. I have so much gratitude and love for the partners of my clients who can step up for them during this process. While it can be hard as things change and settle into a new normal for your partner and yourself, ultimately, you can have a stronger, healthier relationship by being there for them in their time of need. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/emdr-intensives-may-cause-breakups monthly 0.5 2024-02-05 https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/best-time-to-start-trauma-focused-therapy monthly 0.5 2024-01-22 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1705091795320-4JJ52AKF2KVNBT5BK9M4/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Understanding the Best Time for You to Start Trauma-Focused Therapy - Emotional regulation is a key component in trauma-focused therapy. Clients need to have developed effective coping mechanisms and skills to stay within their "window of tolerance." The window of tolerance is the optimal range of emotional arousal (or intensity of emotions) where an individual can process information and engage in therapeutic work without becoming overwhelmed or dissociated. There are many EMDR therapists that work with clients that have limited windows of tolerance, and EMDR can be an amazing treatment for individuals with high dissociation or even dissociative disorders. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/youre-not-ready-for-emdr-intensive monthly 0.5 2024-01-15 https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/navigating-frustration-resistance-healing-not-welcomed monthly 0.5 2024-01-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1700508649647-M2HP068MM1YP1DXBM1K7/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Navigating Frustration and Resistance When Your Healing isn't Welcomed - Navigating the Unwelcoming Terrain with Resilience It’s natural to feel frustrated, sad, or angry when your healing efforts are met with resistance, incomprehension, or outright hostility. The path to healing is a personal one, and not everyone in your life may readily embrace the changes you're undergoing. As you navigate this terrain: 1. Prioritize Your Well-Being: Remember that your healing is a priority. While it's human to desire recognition and support, it's crucial to prioritize your own well-being over external validation. 2. Seek Supportive Allies: Surround yourself with individuals who understand and support your healing journey. Having a network of allies can provide the encouragement and understanding you need. 3. Set Boundaries: Clearly communicate your boundaries with those who may resist or undermine your healing efforts. Setting boundaries is an essential part of maintaining your mental and emotional well-being. 4. Stay True to Your Path: Resist the pressure to conform to the expectations of others. Stay true to your healing path, even in the face of resistance. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/unveiling-new-triggers-progress-trauma-therapy monthly 0.5 2023-12-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1700508008562-ZEHUXTD0YV0JZN5CJLJ7/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Unveiling New Triggers: A Sign of Progress in Trauma Therapy - Progress, Not Regression The appearance of new triggers might initially be disheartening or even disturbing, but it's crucial to understand that this is a sign of progress. New triggers reflect the shifts happening within you as you release and process past traumas. Rather than viewing it as a step backward, recognize that you're moving forward in your healing journey. If you were stuck in your healing, you would have the same triggers and issues that you had before. Noticing that there are new things bothering you means that you're gaining a clearer understanding of the complexities within you, paving the way for deeper healing. It also means that you’re embodied, grounded, and paying attention to yourself in ways you weren’t before. These are all really positive things when you are in your trauma-healing work. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/navigating-holiday-exhaustion-in-trauma-therapy monthly 0.5 2023-11-27 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1700509073770-AVHBGKDIP4J2R859TC3G/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Navigating Holiday Exhaustion: A Vital Milestone in Trauma Therapy - Your Nervous System is Oriented Differently As you progress in trauma therapy, you're essentially rewiring your nervous system. This process is a profound transformation, but it can also be disorienting. You’ve been oriented towards survival and the ways in which you used to navigate the world are changing, and this shift can feel weird, uncomfortable, and possibly even scary. It's important to recognize that this discomfort is a signal of progress—a sign that you're moving away from survival mode and towards a more authentic, thriving, and present version of yourself. Be patient with yourself as you are experiencing this reorientation. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/navigating-resistance-boundaries-self-esteem monthly 0.5 2023-11-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1700517786600-R4ZM4SCTXDHY0PC5X4VN/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Navigating Resistance: Boundaries, Self-Esteem, and Your Healing Journey - The Uncomfortable Truth As you’re on your healing journey, it can be uncomfortable to accept that some people may resist or resent it. The discomfort arises from the realization that these individuals were accustomed to a version of you that suited their needs, even if it meant sacrificing your own well-being and sense of self. By setting boundaries, prioritizing self-esteem, and embracing your individual identity, you're disrupting their world and what they are used to. Setting boundaries can be incredibly difficult - especially if you believe that it is your job to help others feel comfortable all the time or if you want to have a continued connection with the folks you are setting boundaries with. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1700517995517-5T43BKDBWQ6CULKXYLHT/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Navigating Resistance: Boundaries, Self-Esteem, and Your Healing Journey - Empowering Responses As you navigate this resistance, respond with confidence and assertiveness. Your healing is a transformative process, and while it might be unsettling for others, it is ultimately for your benefit and the benefit of your relationships. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/embracing-sensitivity-progress-in-trauma-therapy monthly 0.5 2023-11-13 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1699288835913-U1SPOCBKTD1O10PCVLYK/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Embracing Sensitivity: A Sign of Progress in Trauma Therapy - You're Able to Identify When You're Triggered As you navigate the holiday season while in trauma therapy, you may find yourself recognizing triggers more clearly than ever before. It can be unsettling to realize that certain situations, words, people, or actions can set off a whirlwind of emotions within you. You may wonder why, when others seem to be enjoying the festivities, you're struggling to maintain your composure. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/navigatin-holiday-season-in-trauma-therapy monthly 0.5 2023-11-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1699287890153-ICAW2C5SVW60IETLEEAS/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Navigating the Holiday Season While in Trauma Therapy - 3. It’s going to feel exhausting As you progress in your trauma therapy journey, you may find yourself feeling more exhausted than ever before. In the third post, we'll explore why this exhaustion is a sign of transformation. Your nervous system is adjusting to a new orientation, and this process can be uncomfortable. Being embodied and present takes a lot of energy, especially if dissociating or avoiding were your previous coping mechanisms. We'll provide insights on managing this fatigue and finding comfort in your evolving self. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/weekly-therapy-will-only-take-you-so-far monthly 0.5 2023-11-06 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1698174311348-64PWHHCMIHAI7EJBCEEU/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Weekly Therapy Will Only Take You So Far - Breaking Unhelpful Patterns Weekly therapy it’s helpful when a person can integrate their thoughts feelings and behaviors. What I mean by that is that a person can notice that they think that they feel and that they act in certain ways at certain times under certain circumstances. For many people breaking down their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors with a trained therapist allows them to break out of unhelpful patterns in their thoughts feelings or actions and create better outcomes for their lives by adjusting those areas. This kind of therapy can revolve around your thoughts, feelings, and actions, or it could focus on one of those areas. Therapies such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT) are examples of weekly therapies that are designed to help you examine your thoughts feelings and behaviors and make the necessary adjustments to improve the outcomes in your life. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/5-important-elements-of-self-care monthly 0.5 2023-09-11 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1693513788613-AMGKFJG7T5EDUXYNS3NY/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Five Important Elements of Self-Care - 3) Nurturing Your Inner Child As you prepare for the depth of EMDR therapy, remember that your emotions deserve nurturing and acknowledgment. Connecting with your inner child can be incredibly healing – engage in activities that evoke a sense of childlike joy, even if they seem unconventional. Keeping a journal provides an outlet for your emotions, allowing you to process and reflect on your healing journey. Regularly tuning into your nervous system helps distinguish between reactions and responses. This emotional awareness equips you with the tools to navigate triggers and emotional shifts during EMDR therapy. By nurturing your emotional landscape, you're creating a resilient foundation to confront and heal from your trauma. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/self-care-before-trauma-therapy monthly 0.5 2023-09-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1693513106833-7NYHY8Q96H9JLERFTL11/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Self-Care Before Trauma Therapy - Learn What Works Best for You Every client I work with is unique, which means that each person has a different set of needs, desires, and preferences. Trauma therapy, especially in the intensive EMDR model that I offer, requires a lot of focus and energy, so it’s much easier and more effective to discover your personal set of preferences, needs, and desires before you start going deep into therapy. Taking the time to develop a self-care routine allows you to experiment with what works best for your needs, schedule, and overall lifestyle. In my own self-care routine, I find that it’s easier for me to plan things like vacations or time off where I have to consciously plan for things in my life, but forget that small things like keeping my favorite seltzer stocked or spending intentional quality time with my pets each day provides me and my nervous system rest and respite that I don’t need to wait until vacation to have. In addition to being able to pepper in big and small acts of self-care, learning what works best for you helps you learn that healing is an ongoing process. As you heal, grow, and change so will your self-care needs. Beginning this process before you start with an EMDR intensive helps to reorient yourself to paying closer attention to your needs. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/emdr-therapy-sexual-assault-cycle-of-violence monthly 0.5 2023-07-31 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1689962832471-70S3XU96A20Z4VABI9FW/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Healing and Transformation: EMDR Therapy for Individuals Affected by Sexual Assault in the Cycle Of Violence - Healing for Victims EMDR therapy provides a pathway for victims of sexual assault to process their traumatic experiences. It acknowledges the emotional pain, shame, guilt, and self-blame often associated with being a victim. Through EMDR, individuals can reprocess and reframe their experiences, promote self-compassion, and rebuild a positive sense of self. By addressing the wounds inflicted upon them, healing becomes possible and the younger versions of you that were harmed in this process are allowed to be grieved for. For a lot of my clients, they feel like they don’t deserve to be able to acknowledge that they were harmed, or it’s too painful to acknowledge how deeply they were affected. EMDR gives these clients the chance to show compassion and empathy to the many versions of themselves over time to help them understand how things got to be like they are now. Being able to have that compassion allows individuals to be ready to step into accountability for their actions. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/embracing-the-strength-to-heal monthly 0.5 2023-07-24 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1689961937105-4PQO762L4LN1ALPNXA2Q/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Embracing the Strength to Heal - Acknowledging Vulnerability as a Strength Recognizing the need for assistance and reaching out for help requires a tremendous amount of courage and self-awareness. It takes strength to acknowledge that we are human and that we all have limitations. Embracing vulnerability and seeking help is an act of self-compassion, demonstrating a willingness to prioritize our well-being and growth. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1689962159802-I0I86YXZSYB35TNH531R/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Embracing the Strength to Heal - Are You Weak if You Seek Help? The myth that seeking help is a sign of weakness is a flawed perspective that fails to acknowledge the inherent strength and resilience required to seek support. By debunking this myth, we can empower individuals to embrace their inner strength and prioritize their well-being. Seeking help is not a sign of inadequacy but an act of courage, self-awareness, and growth. It allows us to tap into external resources and cultivate a deeper understanding of ourselves, fostering personal and interpersonal growth. Let’s challenge the stigma surrounding seeking help and celebrate the strength it takes to embark on a journey of healing and self-discovery. Remember, seeking help is not a sign of weakness but a powerful declaration of self-love and commitment to living a fulfilling and balanced life. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/healing-generational-trauma-victims-perpetrators monthly 0.5 2023-07-17 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1689012805483-RZXL9KEHUBGCU16JOCGM/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Healing Generational Trauma - What’s the Cycle of Violence? The cycle of violence refers to a pattern of behavior that perpetuates harm from one generation to the next. It often stems from individuals who have experienced trauma themselves. Trauma can disrupt the development of healthy coping skills, lead to harmful patterns of behavior, stunt social and emotional growth, and perpetuate cycles of violence within families and communities. When we approach the cycle of violence from a trauma-informed lens, we recognize that both victims and perpetrators often carry deep wounds. Victims endure the pain and suffering of the initial trauma, while perpetrators may have experienced their own traumatic events that contributed to their harmful behavior. This understanding helps us shift from blame and judgment to empathy and healing. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/ifs-emdr-healing-combination monthly 0.5 2023-07-10 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1689012380716-LRG4W9FZ1E6TS00TUF5D/image-asset.jpeg Blog - IFS & EMDR - A Powerful Combination for Healing - Key Concepts in IFS Therapy Self: The central concept in IFS is the Self, which is the core essence of every individual. The Self possesses qualities of calmness, curiosity, compassion, and clarity. It is the compassionate and wise center from which healing and transformation emerge. Parts: Parts are different aspects of the self-system. They can be protective, wounded, or carrying various emotions and beliefs. Parts often develop as a response to traumatic experiences or challenging life circumstances. These parts hold emotional burdens and can manifest as inner critics, managers, firefighters, or exiles. Self-Leadership: IFS emphasizes cultivating a trusting relationship with the Self and accessing its qualities to lead and transform parts. By establishing a strong Self-Leadership, individuals can engage with parts from a place of curiosity, compassion, and understanding. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/can-emdr-therapy-help-you monthly 0.5 2023-06-20 https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/masking-after-trauma monthly 0.5 2023-06-14 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1686774790017-LXGY1RAEWXN02B9JU49G/image-asset.jpeg Blog - Masking After Trauma - Masking vs. Code-Switching It's important to differentiate between masking and code-switching. Code-switching refers to the ability to adapt one's language or behavior in different social or cultural contexts. It can be a natural and healthy way of navigating diverse environments. Masking, on the other hand, involves suppressing or hiding core aspects of oneself out of fear, shame, or a need for self-preservation. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/emdr-relationship-impact monthly 0.5 2023-06-20 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1687270853432-5LE9R3CDA8XPQ6OLCLTD/image-asset.jpeg Blog - EMDR’s Impact on Our Relationships - Uncovering EMDR’s Path Towards Healing It's important to note that everyone's experience with EMDR therapy is unique, and the impact on relationships can vary. Open communication with your therapist is crucial throughout the process, as they provide guidance and support as you navigate these complexities. It’s my job to be a witness to the harm and validate your lived experience, even if no one else in the situation can. Ultimately, the goal of EMDR therapy is to support your healing, empowerment, and well-being as an individual. By addressing the impact of trauma, you can gain a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships, make informed choices, and create healthier patterns moving forward. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/trauma-denial monthly 0.5 2023-06-20 https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/adjunctive-intensive-emdr-start monthly 0.5 2023-04-12 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/c26a6c2d-1068-44d4-a6c8-01fe3867bba1/TinaFinals-53.jpg Blog - How I Started Doing Adjunctive, Intensive EMDR - Intensive EMDR Therapy Intensive EMDR therapy involves a more concentrated and immersive approach to EMDR. For my practice, intensive means I do longer sessions. My sessions are scheduled for three hours, and I find that this length of session is the best length of time for effective EMDR processing and client’s endurance. I also try to complete a client’s course of treatment as quickly as their schedule allows. Most of my clients who commit to their original treatment plan have between four and six intensive sessions. These can be completed in as little as two weeks if a client is available for multiple sessions in a week. Intensive EMDR therapy can be particularly beneficial for individuals who are experiencing a high level of distress or who have a limited amount of time to devote to treatment. The benefits of intensive EMDR therapy can include a more rapid reduction in symptoms, a deeper level of processing and healing per session, and overall fewer hours in therapy by capitalizing on the processing time in longer sessions. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/humor-coping-with-trauma monthly 0.5 2023-04-04 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1680627732538-KM9BTHRCG728VS8O3YH1/unsplash-image-imlD5dbcLM4.jpg Blog - Is There Something Funny about Trauma? - Humor as a Coping Mechanism Humor is defined as a cognitive and emotional process that involves recognizing and expressing the amusing or ludicrous aspects of a situation. Humor can be used as a coping mechanism for trauma because it helps individuals reframe their experiences and regain a sense of control and power. Humor also serves as a distraction from the distressing aspects of a traumatic event, allowing individuals to shift their focus to positive emotions. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/64aae6c1-e661-4a53-90fd-71954a56b90b/YOU+FINALLY+REALIZE+YOUR+HUMOR+IS+A+COPING+SKILL+TO+MASK+YOUR+TRAUMA.png Blog - Is There Something Funny about Trauma? - Humor is an Important Asset in Coping It is crucial to understand the role of humor as an important asset in coping but recognize that humor should not be the sole coping mechanism for dealing with trauma. When humor is used exclusively it inevitably creates a barrier between the individual suffering from trauma and the help that they need to receive. As a trauma therapist, I am quick to call out the overuse or inappropriate timing of humor with clients. Having professional help from a qualified trauma therapist is essential to ensure that individuals can process their traumatic experiences in a safe and supportive environment that invites humor when appropriate but helps create other outlets for emotions and stress. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/understanding-emdr-therapy monthly 0.5 2023-03-07 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1646846473980-TKXBTYJ04VGSRURVGX8C/unsplash-image-I8gQVrDcXzY.jpg Blog - Understanding EMDR Therapy and Your Brain - Experiencing stressful and potentially traumatic events in life is inevitable. Unfortunately, many people are never provided the proper help to deal with the trauma, and even fewer have the tools necessary to heal after the trauma. The struggle is real and it’s dangerous for our mental health, as well as our physical health. What happens in the mind affects the body. https://www.phillyemdr.com/blog/adjunctive-emdr monthly 0.5 2022-03-09 https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1646845770657-504LX5EZG4LN7H0RV8TM/unsplash-image-F9DFuJoS9EU.jpg Blog - Adjunctive EMDR: What is it and How long does it take? - Understanding Trauma Painful experiences are a part of life. None of us will make it through life without experiencing some kind of experience of loss that causes pain. Another way to put it is: we will all experience trauma at some point in our lives. 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Being in harm’s way or having to make life-or-death decisions is a heavy burden to bear. Not to mention, you just spent the last 18 months saving us from a global pandemic. You might be experiencing some discomfort or shame around asking for the emotional and psychological help. At Green Circle Collective, we love to work with folks that are committed to helping others and the community with their work. It’s okay to get help even if you ARE the helper. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1625067601476-FM84CQIYPCZB9J7HF7OG/unsplash-image-ka7REB1AJl4.jpg Who We Help - Sexual Assault + Violence Survivors Every 68 seconds a person in the United States is sexually assaulted. Sexual assault is never your fault, but you are left with the pain and responsibility of dealing with the aftermath. Whether you experienced sexual assault or violence as a child, teen, or adult therapy can help you process, and provide you some relief from the fear, anxiety, and shame that comes with sexual violence. When it comes to sexual assault, the cost of therapy should prevent you from getting the help you need. Pennsylvania’s Victim Compensation Fund can help. Learn more about getting financial assistance for sexual assault therapy. Consider filling out the form for the compensation fund. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1625066872192-Z19NOER9FQWSC0TZ5O96/unsplash-image-z1d-LP8sjuI.jpg Who We Help - Alcohol + Drug Use A very common way to handle stress or trauma is to use alcohol and/or drugs to drown out the negative thoughts, feelings, sensations, or memories. While this may work for you in the short term, the coping with substance use leads to another problem that needs to be solved. We’ll work with you to stop or slow down your drinking or drug use before it gets out of control. Our non-judgmental, trauma-informed, harm-reduction approach can help if you or someone you love is coping with substances and you need support. https://images.squarespace-cdn.com/content/v1/5f106cba48f57a1419a76061/1625067265903-A861LYZVKJWPILTMHC5G/unsplash-image-Kcxv7Gz7wmw.jpg Who We Help - Family Dysfunction + Toxic Relationships Family and loved ones are supposed to be a safe place for us to connect, recharge, and have positive memories - but not everyone is lucky enough to have this kind of family. Whether you grew up in dysfunction, have emotionally immature parents, you’ve been rejected by family because of who you are, or you are realizing in your adulthood that things in your family weren’t so great, we can help you. 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