Therapy for Complex Trauma, Narcissistic Abuse and Grief and Loss

Many people picture play therapy as a child-centered practice, filled with children playing with toys in a therapist's office. This view...

Complex trauma can leave deep, lasting effects on individuals, impacting their emotional, psychological, and physical well-being. Many...

Narcissistic abuse can quietly dismantle one’s sense of self. It often leaves victims feeling lost and confused about who they truly are....

Anxiety and overwhelm. PTSD. Sensory overwhelm can hit hard, making a person's day feel unbearable. For many, it may just be an...

Complex trauma can be overwhelming, often stemming from prolonged stressors like childhood abuse or ongoing neglect. The scars it leaves...

Complex trauma, often rooted in early and prolonged exposure to overwhelming stressors, has a profound and lasting impact on those who...

Co-parenting can be a daunting task, especially when a narcissist is involved. Their tendency to manipulate, control, and create drama...

Experiencing betrayal can feel like having your world turned upside down. Betrayal trauma strikes at the heart of our trust, leaving...

In the face of trauma, it can often feel like the darkness will never lift. Yet, within that darkness, there exists a profound capacity...

Rediscovering oneself after trauma is no small feat. For those who have faced abuse, this journey frequently begins with acknowledging...

Embracing vulnerability is a crucial part of the healing journey, acting as a powerful bridge between pain and recovery. It takes immense...

How Do I Change The Way I see Myself After My Narcissistic Relationship? Often narcissistic abuse involves the hijacking of your sense of...

Uncover tactics for setting healthy boundaries with relatives as the holidays approach The holiday season is here. Yay! Or nay? Sometimes...

I'm sure you've heard this a time or two before- Healing is a journey, not a destination. But it's true. There is no such thing as being...

Have you ever wondered what the purpose of goal of gaslighting really is? That is...when your dealing with a narcissistic person? Well,...

It's hard enough to go through narcissistic abuse, where you feel crazy and can't quite believe what is happening to you. It doubles when...

Owner, Courtney Loyola, sat down for a podcast to discuss narcissistic abuse, complex trauma symptom spectrum and how to heal from trauma.

The Complex Trauma Symptom Spectrum Written by: Courtney Johnson MA, LPC, Executive Contributor Executive Contributors at Brainz...

Nov 11, 2021 5 min read How Did I Get Here? Surviving Narcissistic Abuse Written by: Courtney Johnson MA, LPC, Executive Contributor ...

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