Relationship Abuse and PTSD: How to Heal from Trauma

defensive man looking at angry woman throwing a stool

Most people think of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) as a condition that is only suffered by military veterans or people who have experienced a horrific event. However, relationship abuse can also cause PTSD in its victims.   If you are a survivor of relationship abuse, then you know how traumatic it can be. The emotional […]

How To Get the Most Benefit From Couples Therapy

Young couple on couch in a couples therapy session

Can couples therapy save your relationship?  Probably. Couples therapy can work wonders, but it is not an instant fix. If you trust the process, couple’s therapy will help you improve the quality of your life within that relationship.  Your relationships are a powerful force. A Harvard study showed more than money, fame, social class, or genes; relationships keep people […]

Childhood Traumas – Why You are Stuck

Childhood Traumas – Why You are Stuck Do you feel like your life is in a rut and you can’t get out? Is it challenging to do the things life calls of you, such as being fully present as a parent, having a healthy relationship with your spouse, or having the energy to get everything […]