What is Maladaptive Daydreaming?
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What is Maladaptive Daydreaming?

Do you ever feel like your mind pulls you into a world of vivid stories or fantasies, leaving reality behind? Or do you ever find yourself so disconnected that everything around you seems unreal.

These experiences might seem similar, but they’re not quite the same.

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Trauma Informed New Year Reflections
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Trauma Informed New Year Reflections

Year-end reflection can feel overwhelming, especially if you’ve experienced trauma. It’s okay if traditional New Year’s prompts don’t resonate with you-they weren’t made with your experiences in mind.

This blog offers a softer, more supportive way to look back on your year.

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How EMDR for Complex PTSD Can Help You Heal
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How EMDR for Complex PTSD Can Help You Heal

Living with Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD) can feel like carrying an invisible weight that no one else seems to understand.

It’s not just the memories of what happened—it’s the emotional rollercoaster, the constant feeling of being “too much” or “not enough,” and the deep longing of wanting connection but feeling afraid to trust.

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Family Dysfunction: What It Is And What To Do About It
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Family Dysfunction: What It Is And What To Do About It

Join hosts Sarah and Abby as they unpack the challenging terrain of family dysfunction and its often heightened impact during the holiday season. 

This episode explores how trauma shapes family systems, the lasting effects of shame and abandonment, and the vital role of healthy relationships in the healing journey. 

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Reclaiming Our Voices: Healing Wisdom for the Worried
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Reclaiming Our Voices: Healing Wisdom for the Worried

Since I was a young child, singing has been a natural expression of my being.

Something about singing along to songs on the radio, singing among others at concerts and in choirs, and just singing myself through my day offered solace. Singing allowed me to find my voice even when I felt silenced by the daily challenges of life.

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Halloween Special: The Many Masks We Wear
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Halloween Special: The Many Masks We Wear

Happy Halloween! Today Sarah and Laura are sharing a Halloween episode, unpacking the masks that we wear. 

They explore the concept of masking in our daily lives, particularly in relation to mental health, neurodivergence, and societal expectations. They discuss the various masks people wear to fit in, the exhaustion that comes from constant masking, and the journey towards authenticity. 

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Money Talk: Capitalism and Its Impact
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Money Talk: Capitalism and Its Impact

On today's episode Sarah and Casey dive deep into how capitalism shapes our daily lives, mental health, and sense of self-worth. From the historical roots of Wall Street to the modern housing crisis, they unpack the often invisible ways our economic system impacts everything from basic needs to personal hobbies.

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Reclaim You- Unpacking Trauma and Money
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Reclaim You- Unpacking Trauma and Money

Season 2: Episode 21

Today Sarah and Casey are back talking about relationships between money and trauma. From feeling lack of choice and safety to how that might manifest later in life, they're peeling back a few layers of this proverbial onion.

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Self Confidence vs Self Worth
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Self Confidence vs Self Worth

In and out of the therapy room, self worth vs self confidence are frequently discussed concepts.

While often used interchangeably, these are two very different aspects of our self-perception that play important roles in our overall well-being.

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Eating Disorders in Athletes
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Eating Disorders in Athletes

Behind the smiles of some athletes who return home decorated with Olympic medals is a struggle that has overshadowed their quest for gold.

Olympic glory has come at the cost of their physical and mental health as they struggle with disordered eating and body image. In recent memory, more have spoken out about their struggles.

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