Family Trauma: Understanding, Healing, and Breaking the Cycle
In my work as a psychotherapist, I encounter many clients grappling with the profound effects of family trauma. This subject isn’t just a...
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Sally Edwards
Oct 1712 min read
Healing the Past: How to Recognise and Break Trauma Cycles
Trauma can have a profound and lasting impact on a person’s mental, emotional, and physical well-being. While the initial event may be...
Sally Edwards
Oct 49 min read
Understanding Narcissistic Abuse
As a trauma therapist, I sadly see a lot of narcissistic abuse in my practice. It’s far more common than many people realise. Whether in...
Sally Edwards
Sep 177 min read
The Transfer of Shame After Abuse
The aftermath of abuse often leaves survivors with an emotional burden of shame that is difficult to put into words.
Sally Edwards
Aug 318 min read
Boundaries and Trauma Recovery
Mastering the skill of setting and sustaining boundaries is essential for well-being, especially for those healing from trauma.
Sally Edwards
Aug 110 min read
Transforming Core Beliefs in Trauma Therapy
Understanding and working with core beliefs in therapy can be a powerful tool for overcoming trauma and facilitating lasting change.
Sally Edwards
Jun 306 min read
Trauma and the Window of Tolerance
The "Window of Tolerance" is a concept used to describe normal brain/body reactions, especially following trauma. This concept is crucial...
Sally Edwards
Jun 118 min read
Recognising the Signs and Symptoms of Trauma
In the realm of mental health, it's no secret that traumatic experiences often lie at the heart of many diagnoses. From anxiety disorders...
Sally Edwards
May 112 min read
Understanding Betrayal Trauma: Healing From The Pain Within
Betrayal trauma is a psychological phenomenon that occurs when we experience a profound breach of trust from a person, institution, or...
Sally Edwards
Apr 16 min read
Understanding Trauma Bonds
A trauma bond refers to a profound emotional connection established with an abusive or manipulative individual. It typically involves a...
Sally Edwards
Mar 18 min read
The Illusion of Separating Positive and Negative Emotions
It's an illusion to think we can separate out our emotions; the intricate dance between negative and positive emotions reveals an...
Sally Edwards
Feb 46 min read
Understanding How Traumatic Memory is Stored in the Brain
Introduction Experiencing trauma can significantly impact how we feel and remember things. Traumatic memories are distinct from our usual...
Sally Edwards
Jan 76 min read
Fight, Flight, Freeze, Fawn and Flop: Understanding these Responses
As a trauma therapist, I often see clients struggling to understand their reactions to stressful or traumatic situations. Whether you...
Sally Edwards
Dec 21, 20236 min read
Coping with Grief at Christmas
Christmas is a period dedicated to spending time with family, friends, and cherished ones. However, for people who have experienced the...
Sally Edwards
Dec 7, 20236 min read
Shame vs Guilt: Understanding the Difference
We often throw around the words guilt and shame as if they're the same thing. Both refer to feeling bad about something we've done, but...
Sally Edwards
Nov 4, 202310 min read
Identifying and Addressing Toxic Friendships
Friendships are an essential part of our lives, providing support, companionship, and shared experiences. However, not all friendships...
Sally Edwards
Sep 21, 20238 min read
Overworking as a Trauma Response
In a world that often celebrates hustle culture and relentless productivity, it's easy to overlook the intricate relationship between our...
Sally Edwards
Aug 30, 20235 min read
The Long-Term Effects of Childhood Sexual Abuse: Hope for Healing
Sexual abuse is a traumatic experience that can have profound and long-term effects on survivors. An article I wrote recently for...
Sally Edwards
Aug 22, 20238 min read
How to Overcome Catastrophising
Catastrophising, in the context of worrying about future outcomes, refers to the tendency to imagine and expect the worst possible...
Sally Edwards
Jul 16, 20238 min read
Working Through Trauma Using the Body – Understanding Somatic Therapy
Somatic therapy is an approach that emphasises the mind-body connection. Working through trauma using the body can be a valuable and...
Sally Edwards
Jun 29, 20238 min read
Building Distress Tolerance Skills
Coping with emotional stress, whether it is real or perceived, can be difficult, particularly for people who have experienced trauma in...
Sally Edwards
Jun 17, 20239 min read
The Importance of Mindfulness
Life can become overwhelming, with our minds filled with incessant thoughts, distorting our perception of the world and preventing us...
Sally Edwards
Jun 3, 20238 min read
How to Break the Cycle of Procrastination
Have you ever delayed completing a task simply because you lacked the motivation to handle it? Well, you're not alone. Procrastination is...
Sally Edwards
May 26, 202315 min read
Developing Inner Validation: Nurturing Your Inner Worthiness
In a world where external voices clamour for your attention, it's easy to lose sight of your own intrinsic value. But deep within each of...
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