Trauma

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It may not feel like it, but you are in a great spot! You know what is holding you back! It sounds like you want to deal with your past and find healing, so you can move forward in freedom. Trauma is life-altering and at any age, especially when we are young. Meeting with a counselor who works... more
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First, let me congratulate you on being brave enough to post this question. Many have said this to you and I concur with them. In response to your question, I would say that learning to integrate the traumatic experience is going to be key. It is good that there is awareness of the issue, because... more
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Congratulations on meeting a loving and caring partner! What you are talking about is "how do I have a secure relationship?" Within the field of attachment, which is how one relates to the people we love, there are secure and insecure attachment styles. As one who experienced trauma so young, you... more
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Being out about childhood trauma is the bravest thing a person can do, and the fact that you are clear about what happened to you is a good sign that you are ready to heal. Recovering from past harm can be done with a therapist who is well-trained in trauma recovery. This type of therapy is most... more
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I encourage you to reach out to a therapist that specializes in trauma. Processing trauma in therapy can be a difficult journey -- but we often have to process and move through the pain in order to get to the other side and move forward with our lives. I wish you the best of luck in your journey as... more
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I'm going to second that it is completely brave of you to share something you kept hidden for over 30 years. That's a HUGE deal!Something awesome about the brain is that it can learn at any time in the human lifespan. No matter how long you have dealt with the affects of trauma, your brain has... more
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It seems as if you are going through a really difficult moment right now. You deserve praise for realizing the need of making certain adjustments. There is hope for recovery! Find a reputable therapist who understands in trauma and with whom you feel comfortable and secure. They will work with you... more
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Recovering from past harm can be done with a therapist who is well-trained in trauma recovery. This type of therapy is most effective when done in three stages. The first stage is comprised of practices that help the client learn to self-soothe - these can include mindfulness practices, breathing... more
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You can't convince anyone to seek help, unfortunately. It has to be her decision. You could, however, have a candid and caring talk with your mother to express your concerns to her and to check in on how she is feeling. At the root of OCD can be feelings of helplessness, unsafety, and aloneness... more
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Without knowing any details, it sounds like your girlfriend may be experiencing flashbacks. Flashbacks, the feeling that a past event is occurring in the present, can be one of the more prominent ways that post-traumatic stress disorder can disrupt a survivor's life. They can also cause a lot of... more
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