by | Jul 8, 2025

Why that overwhelmed part of you needs attention, not rejection Have you ever had a big emotional reaction that seemed way out of proportion to what was happening? Maybe your partner didn’t text back and you felt a flood of abandonment. Maybe a coworker corrected you,...
What Is Inner Child Work In Therapy?

What Is Inner Child Work In Therapy?

by | Jul 7, 2025

And Why So Many People Find It Transformational I’m Somewhere inside you, there’s a younger version of yourself still holding the weight of unmet needs, forgotten feelings, and long-ago beliefs about what it takes to be loved, safe, or accepted. In therapy, inner...
Emotional Safety: What It Means and How to Cultivate It

Emotional Safety: What It Means and How to Cultivate It

by | Jun 25, 2025

We often talk about feeling “safe” in relationships or environments, but what we’re really describing isn’t physical safety — it’s emotional safety. It’s that deep, steady sense that we can be who we are — without fear of being shamed, ignored, dismissed, or punished...
Guilt vs Shame: Why Knowing the Difference Helps You Heal

Guilt vs Shame: Why Knowing the Difference Helps You Heal

by | Jun 18, 2025

Many people come to therapy carrying a heavy emotional weight: “I feel like I’m always doing something wrong.” “I can’t believe I said that. I’m such a bad person.” “I just don’t feel good enough — ever.” Often, underneath these thoughts is a deep confusion between...