The Invisible Island:  When you love a first responder with PTSD

Close-up of a person in a firefighter uniform, emphasizing their hands and forearm resting on a knee. The worn fabric tells tales of countless calls answered by these first responders, while others in similar uniforms stand in the background, united by courage and resilience.

By: Sandra Richardson, Registered Psychotherapist  According to statistics collected by Tema Conter Memorial Trust the prevalence of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) in First Responder professions can be as high … Read more

The Last Taboo: Why Screening for Childhood Trauma Matters in Clinical Practice

A child with light hair sits on the floor, hugging their knees and hiding their face. The dark, textured walls enhance the somber atmosphere. Text in the corner reads, Dig a Little Deeper Psychotherapy—understand your ACE score.

By: Christina Crowe, Registered Psychotherapist  Has someone figured out a way to go through psychotherapy with out talking about our childhoods yet? Nope, and there are really good reasons why.  In … Read more

Healing the Wounds: Overcoming Childhood Trauma

A person wearing a gray zip-up jacket and earphones stands outdoors, framed by a mountain and sunset. The individual, seemingly having overcome childhood trauma, appears focused as they adjust their earphones, embracing the serenity of nature.

By: Christina Crowe, RP The popularity of Top Ten lists for everything from parenting to couples relationships to career success seems to have skyrocketed in the last few years.  An … Read more