Defining one’s identity is a deeply personal journey that can change over time. In today’s world, discussions on mental health are...

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) have gained significant attention in recent years as studies highlight their extensive effects on...

We currently have about 400,000 children in our foster care system, and all are at extremely high risk. As the  average  stay in foster...

Domestic violence and childhood trauma are closely linked issues that deeply impact individuals and society. Recognizing this connection...

"Child abuse is perpetrated in the darkness, and that darkness is formed by our own shadows when we turn the other way." -Anonymous Childhood sexual abuse is a deeply troubling issue that impacts millions of children worldwide. Disturbingly, it often remains one of the most underreported crimes. Factors such as societal stigma, fear, and the lack of adequate support systems contribute to this silence. This blog post aims to illuminate the complexities surrounding the underrep

Eating disorders are complex conditions often linked to emotional and psychological issues. While many believe these disorders stem only...

Most people, including most doctors and therapists, assume that "trauma" means "PTSD." This is wrong . Simple PTSD is in my experience...

You have likely noticed that most of the past photos (before this post) on my blog entries have been removed. A law firm called Higbee &...

I am entirely specialized as a trauma therapist, but if you need other types of therapy, keep reading. I work with with children and...

I suppose the picture says it all (Note: The picture has been removed--it contained a Frederick Douglass quote, "It is easier to build...