Inside My Mind: A Therapist’s Blog
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Be Kind to Your Grief: Quick Read
Feeling the deep ache of grief and wondering when it will end? It’s normal for us to do a lot to not feel the deep hurts in grief. This post offers a different perspective, rooted in Internal Family Systems (IFS). I’m inviting you to see grief not as an enemy, but as a part of yourself that deserves kindness and understanding. If you’re curious, read more here.
It's Not a Miscarriage: The Crushing Grief of Pregnancy Loss
The term "miscarriage" can feel cruel, implying fault - where there is none - in the heartbreak of pregnancy loss. This is about the crushing grief of losing a longed-for future that deserves to be acknowledged with compassionate language. Society often falls short in supporting this profound pain, but EMDR therapy and gentle self-care steps can be healing. Let’s stop blaming and start understanding. Read on to learn more.
The “Political” Grief of Living in 2025 As a Person Who Cares About Others
Living in 2025 can feel disgusting, confusing, and “OK,” causing deep existential grief for those who care about others. This distress manifests as a profound sense of loss and moral injury for helpers. For those of us who care and who want to fight, this collective pain requires acknowledgment and action. I commit to lifelong learning, amplifying voices, and tangible support for a more just world. You can, too!
Betrayal Isn't Just for Romance: The Unseen Wounds of Broken Trust
Betrayal's pain isn't just in romance; it can deeply wound our childhood trust. "Betrayal blindness" develops as an unconscious way to cope with this early hurt. However, these unseen wounds, sometimes called betrayal wounds, can shape our adult relationships and our ability to trust. Recognizing these patterns is the first step towards healing and building healthier connections.
The Unspoken Grief: Understanding Betrayal Trauma and Its Impact
We typically associate grief with loss through death, but the world of loss is much more complex. One of the most misunderstood forms of grief arises from the shattering experience of betrayal, particularly in the context of infidelity within a committed relationship. This is betrayal trauma, and understanding it as a form of deep grief is crucial for healing from an affair. Read this post to learn more about grief and betrayal trauma.
A Compassionate Guide: Helping Your Friend Through Betrayal Trauma and Infidelity
When a friend confides that they've been betrayed by infidelity, it's a moment that stops time. You see the raw pain, the confusion, and the sheer disbelief in their eyes, and you desperately want to make it all disappear. This guide offers compassionate advice on how to support your friend through the devastation of betrayal trauma, validating their feelings and offering practical ways to be a steady presence for someone you love.
Understanding Loss and Healing: The Many Faces of Grief
Maybe you've heard that grief follows certain steps, but your own experience feels different. You’re distant, angry and hurting, but are you “grieving”? Let’s learn about the multifaceted nature of grief. We'll explore the many ways loss can impact us, extending beyond traditional bereavement to include the grief of lost connections, shattered trust, and anticipated loss. This blog post explores grief, loss, and healing for busy adults.
Healing in the Mountains: Nature's Cure for Grief and Loss in Steamboat Springs, CO
Grief, in its many forms, can feel overwhelming. Here in Steamboat Springs, Colorado, the mountains and rivers offer more than just a backdrop - they provide a tangible pathway to healing after and during loss. We combine nature's calming power with EMDR, IFS, and somatic therapy for deep emotional release. Read this post to discover how intensive in-person therapy can help you find solace and renewal.
Losing Trust and Finding Solace After Betrayal Trauma
Infidelity, betrayal, affairs, cheating. All shatter trust, security, and our sense of self, leaving a void that demands to be grieved. We lose not only the person we thought we knew, but also the life and future we envisioned. Healing from this betrayal trauma grief requires courage, self-compassion, and understanding. This post explores how to navigate this grief, offering coping strategies and insights into how EMDR therapy can help reclaim your path to healing.
EMDR For Betrayal Trauma: Reclaiming Self After Emotional Rupture
Your heart aches, your trust is broken. Infidelity's pain is real. You're not alone. Betrayal trauma leaves you lost, questioning everything. But healing is possible. Imagine reclaiming peace, trust, and your sense of self. EMDR therapy offers a path to gently process those painful memories, calm the hypervigilance, and find your way back to wholeness. There's hope for healing, and a safe space to start. Read this post to discover how EMDR can help you.
What is Death Therapy? How to Heal After Loss
Feeling lost after losing someone dear? "Death therapy" offers a compassionate path through grief. I get it – I've been there. Grief isn't a straight line; it's a storm of emotions. Sudden loss, or long goodbyes, both break your heart. Find real understanding, not platitudes. EMDR, Somatic, IFS, or psychedelic therapy might be your way forward. Let's talk healing, not just coping.
Rebuilding Trust: Psilocybin Therapy for Betrayal Trauma
Betrayal cuts deep, no matter the source. Traditional talk therapy sometimes isn't enough. Explore how psychedelic therapy, particularly psilocybin, offers a unique path for emotional healing from infidelity and broken trust. Discover how it can process pain, foster self-compassion, and help you move on from betrayal trauma. Learn about this potential for cheating recovery here.