Trauma, support Shinnie Steven, MA, RCC Trauma, support Shinnie Steven, MA, RCC

Supporting a Loved One Through Trauma

Your role isn’t to be their therapist, but to be a consistent, trustworthy presence in their life. Show up for them. Be predictable. Follow through on your promises, no matter how small. This consistency helps restore their faith that not everyone is bad and that the world holds safe people

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Trauma Shinnie Steven, MA, RCC Trauma Shinnie Steven, MA, RCC

How Can I Heal From Trauma?

After you have experienced a traumatic event, you may wonder how you will ever heal. The path to healing is rarely easy, but with the right support, it can transform the physical, emotional, and psychological tolls of trauma into a renewed sense of resilience.

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Effects of Childhood Affection Deprivation: 4 Defence Mechanisms and Pathways to Healing

Growing up in an insecure household, where love is scarce and emotions go unacknowledged, profoundly impacts a child's mental well-being. To navigate these challenging conditions and cultivate resilience, children frequently adopt four defence mechanisms offering short-term relief but carrying potential long-term implications: fostering optimistic future outlooks, internalizing justifications, self-blame, and normalizing negative behaviours. These mechanisms significantly influence a child's emotional equilibrium and social connections, often persisting into adulthood. Below, explore a comprehensive breakdown of these coping mechanisms and their detrimental effects.

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