What Is Trauma Bonding? Trauma bonding is an unhealthy emotional attachment that forms between you and someone who causes you harm. This psychological phenomenon occurs when an abuser creates a powerful connection through a repetitive pattern of mistreatment followed...
The Lasting Impact of Trauma Therapy Beyond Initial Sessions You walk into your first trauma therapy session carrying years of pain, hoping for immediate relief. While that initial appointment marks a crucial starting point, the real transformation happens in the...
The Link Between Unresolved Trauma and Substance Use Disorders Unresolved trauma creates a ripple effect that often leads individuals toward substance use as a coping mechanism. When you experience traumatic events—whether childhood abuse, violence, loss, or other...
The Connection Between Trauma and Addiction Trauma and addiction are closely linked. When someone goes through traumatic experiences—such as childhood abuse, violence, loss, or other deeply distressing events—their brain and body carry those wounds with them. Many...
Recognizing the Need for Trauma Therapy You might wonder whether what you’re experiencing is “normal” after a traumatic event or if it’s time to seek professional support. Trauma symptoms often persist long after the initial event, affecting...
