The interdependent dynamic in a relationship occurs when each partner recognizes the importance of their emotional intimacy while having a solid sense of self outside of their relationship. Learn more here.

We often express love to our partners in the way we wish to receive love. Understanding our own love language and our partner’s is essential to building a compassionate and loving relationship.

Narcissistic traits aren’t exclusive of high self-esteem. It encompasses a deep desire to be admired, receive special treatment, perceived high status, lacks empathy etc. You may be in a relationship with a person who possesses these traits, which can negatively impact your self-esteem, worth, and connection.

Emotional manipulation is behavior that is exploitive, controlling, or taking advantage of another person. This abusive behavior can be overt or covert. You may feel unsafe, unhappy in the relationship, and fear retaliation will occur if you end the relationship.

Life in recovery can be hard and challenging at times. Being mindful about living life with intention, purpose, and meaning can assist with preventing relapse.

Whether you want to change your relationship with a substance, food, exercise, internet consumption etc. can feel like climbing a mountain with no end in sight. The process of change is non-linear. One day we feel committed to the change and the next day all motivation is depleted. Learn more here about the stages of change.

Self-care is an act of self-love. Protecting your peace, setting boundaries, being assertive, and attuning to your needs is imperative to your mental, emotional, physical, and spiritual health.

Tapping into your inner strength is your super power. Cultivating resilience, community, and a healthier version of you improves a person’s overall well-being.

Adverse childhood experiences are traumatic events that occur before age 18. These experiences can lead to significant mental, emotional, and physical impairments in adulthood.

Many people feel misunderstood and disconnected from others and the world around them. Often this can stem from childhood trauma. Developmental trauma affects the way a person operates in the world. Healing these wounds is imperative to living an authentic life.

The evolution of surviving to thriving occurs through Posttraumatic Growth. Experiencing positive growth after trauma and adverse experiences is possible. Learn how here.

Connecting with others who struggle with similar issues alleviates the feeling of isolation. Group therapy creates a space for people to process their experiences and get support and learn from others.

Tired of the week to week therapy process? Feeling stuck in the week to week therapy process? Then an EMDR Intensive could be a great fit for you to promote accelerated healing in a shorter duration of sessions.

Do you find yourself caught up in the bind of betrayal trauma with your partner? You may feel angry one moment towards your partner and then the next you feel connected? EMDR helps untangle the nuances that occur after sexual betrayal.

You have discovered your partner has sexually betrayed you. You may struggling with asserting your needs and setting your boundaries. Non-negotiable boundaries are necessary for the healing process.

Deciding to reconcile your relationship with your partner who broke your heart into a million piece due to their sexually compulsive behaviors is a difficult decision to make.

Coping strategies are necessary when life feels hectic. We often can feel like we are pulled in a million directions in our personal and professional lives. When life becomes too overwhelming it’s helpful to have a few coping strategies on hand.

The foundations of prodependence includes self-care, healthy boundaries, attachment based, celebrates love and understanding, and validates caregiving as an act of love.

You are worthy and deserving of taking care of yourself. If you find yourself being stretched thin, ignoring your boundaries, or neglecting your needs. Making time for you is critical.

When trauma becomes stuck in the body a person can feel anxious, on edge, disconnected, on guard, fearful, and panic. Learning to understand how your trauma manifests within you is the start of the healing journey.