Category: Trauma

developmental-trauma-attachment-injury-and-healing

January 23, 2026
Why Developmental and Complex Trauma Is the Most Complicated and Long-Term Form of Psychological Treatment Developmental and complex trauma are widely recognized as the most challenging forms of trauma to…

understanding-complex-trauma

November 7, 2025
Understanding Complex Trauma: How It Differs from PTSD and How Therapy Can Help Many people seek therapy knowing something from their past still affects them—but struggle to name it. They…

The Resilient First Responder: Thriving in the Face of Challenge

September 15, 2025
[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Tips for First Responders in Taking a Proactive Approach to Psychological Fitness & Enhanced Well-being. By Dr. Jennifer Barbera PhD, C. Psych. First responders face unique challenges unlike those…

trauma-from-abuse-neglect-violence

June 7, 2025
Trauma Related to Abuse, Neglect, and Violence: How It Affects the Mind and Body—and How Therapy Helps Trauma is not defined only by catastrophic events. It can develop through experiences…

Grounding techniques to help you cope when things are hard

April 1, 2025
In this Psychology Blog post: Discover effective grounding techniques for anxiety and stress relief. Learn practical strategies to reconnect with the present and support your mental health. Grounding Techniques for…

ptsd-and-common-reactions-to-trauma

March 18, 2025
PTSD and Common Reactions to Trauma: Understanding What Happens After Trauma. What is trauma? Trauma is not defined only by what happened, but by how the nervous system experienced the…

Trauma, Resilience & Post-Traumatic Growth

August 1, 2024
Understanding Trauma, Post-Traumatic Growth & Resilience: Pathways from Survival to Strength Trauma is an emotional and psychological response to distressing or life-threatening events. While trauma can disrupt a person’s sense…

single-incident-trauma

January 7, 2023
Single-Incident Trauma: Healing After Accidents, Assaults, Medical Events, or Exposure to Serious Injury Trauma does not always come from long-term or repeated harm. Sometimes a single overwhelming event can disrupt…

complicated-grief-therapy

May 7, 2022
Complicated Grief: When Loss Doesn’t Soften With Time—and How Therapy Can Help Grief is a natural response to loss. For many people, grief gradually changes over time—becoming less consuming, even…