Troubled Relationships.

Relationships are more than just social connections; they serve as vital lifelines that can provide the nourishment necessary for healing from trauma.

In essence, relationships provide a nurturing environment that can help you heal from trauma. They offer the support, love, and understanding that can foster resilience, promote emotional well-being, and ultimately, help you rebuild your life.

That sounds great- but what if you struggle to maintain just about every relationship in your life? What if every relationship you have had has turned into a toxic mess and leaves you feeling abandoned, once again?

 
“I’m tired of being the one who always tries to mend what’s broken”
— "Fix You" by Coldplay

How does past trauma impact current relationships?

  • Emotional Dysregulation.

    Trauma can lead to difficulty managing emotions, making it challenging to respond appropriately in social situations.

  • Fear of Intimacy.

    Traumatic experiences may instill a fear of intimacy, making it difficult to trust others or open up emotionally.

  • Negative Self Perception.

    Trauma can contribute to a negative self-perception, leading to feelings of worthlessness or unworthiness of love.

  • Difficulty Setting Boundaries.

    Trauma may make it difficult to set and maintain healthy boundaries in relationships, leading to feelings of being overwhelmed or taken advantage of.

  • Hypervigilance.

    Trauma can lead to hypervigilance, making it difficult to relax and be present in relationships.

How can therapy help?

  • Understand the Impact.

    Explore how your past experiences have shaped your current relationship patterns.

  • Develop Healthy Coping Skills.

    Learn healthy ways to manage emotions and cope with triggers.

  • Improve Self-Esteem.

    Build a positive self-image and cultivate self-worth.

  • Strengthen communication skills.

    Develop effective communication strategies to express your needs and boundaries.

  • Foster healthy relationships.

    Learn how to build and maintain healthy relationships based on trust, respect, and intimacy.