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Shame in the Partner Dynamic It's unlikely for a relationship to exist without some encounter with shame. Often times, those who have been in romantic relationships can attest to at least one experience of shame negatively impacting their dynamic. Dr. Tracy Dalgleish, couples therapist and relationship expert, identifies that shame is a powerful emotion that keeps couples stuck in negative interaction cycles . Shame is the feeling that one is unworthy, not enough or defectiv

This summer has brought a lot of transition for my practice, which makes sense when you're a therapist who primarily works with clients experiencing life transitions. Every change in season means simultaneous hellos and goodbyes. Right about now, nearing the end of summer, I begin to feel the impact of so much movement. Even after years of this being a reality of my work, I still find myself feeling daunted by the ebb and flow. And yet, it also brings a lot of meaning to the

This is not how you pictured it. You had a vision for this new season. You imagined early morning yoga classes, weekly dinners with new...

https://traumaresearchfoundation.org/parenting-as-a-survivor-of-childhood-trauma/ I wrote this post 3 years ago for TRF' s blog and recent research has led me back to recalling & reemphasizing the significant topics covered here. There are so many challenging aspects of parenting, and for those who carry memories of trauma in their bodies, the journey comes with additional complexity . Being Reminded  I did not anticipate that becoming a first-time parent would acutely chall

Over the years, as I've aimed to narrow in on what I do and what I have to offer people as a therapist, I've continued to return to the...