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Why Do I Sabotage Myself? (And how to stop burning down your progress)

You’re not alone if you’ve ever thought, why do I sabotage myself—like, truly, what is this pattern where I keep torching my own goals? You finally commit to doing the…

Is Being a Perfectionist Bad? (Not Exactly — But It Might Be Getting in Your Way)

Wondering “Is being a perfectionist bad?” You’re not alone. Perfectionism often starts as protection — a way your brain tries to keep you safe. But when it becomes your default…

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ADHD Burnout from Overstimulation: When Your Brain Wants Everything and Then Immediately Regrets It

If you have ADHD, your brain might crave stimulation like it’s oxygen—until suddenly it’s all too much and you’re in a full burnout spiral. This post breaks down why ADHD…

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Why Is Life So Hard? (And What Laughter Has to Do With It)

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If life feels heavy and joy feels out of reach, you’re not alone—and you’re not broken. Emotional numbness, burnout, or trauma can quietly drain your spark. But laughter—yes, actual, face-hurting…

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What Parents Need to Know About Teen Therapy: 10 Essential Insights from a Teen Therapist in Atlanta

Starting therapy can be a big step for your teen—and for you. What parents need to know about teen therapy is that it’s not about fixing them but helping them…

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Staying Safe When the Waves Get Rough: How to Handle Tough Times

Life’s challenges can feel like waves crashing over us—sometimes manageable, sometimes overwhelming. This article explores how to handle tough times by using practical strategies like pausing before reacting, conserving energy,…

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Sensory Regulation Essentials: How Your 8 Senses Support Healing

Sensory regulation goes beyond the five senses we know, tapping into eight unique senses that support healing, grounding, and connection—especially in trauma therapy. Discover how lesser-known senses like proprioception, vestibular,…

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Defensiveness: A Trauma Therapist’s Comments on Why It Happens and How to Handle It in Conversations

This article breaks down defensiveness, explaining why it happens, how to recognize it in yourself and others, and strategies to respond constructively. With relatable examples and actionable tips, it shows…

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The Effects of Complex Trauma on Teens: Understanding the 7 Key Areas

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Complex trauma reshapes how kids see the world, from big emotions to trust issues. Discover 7 key effects—and how you can help them thrive.

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Online Counseling Georgia: Reaching You Wherever You Are

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Empower Counseling’s online counseling Georgia service brings expert mental health support to clients across the state. Our therapists specialize in EMDR and Complex PTSD, providing personalized care from the comfort…

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What is Trauma? Do I Have It? How Can Trauma Therapy Help?

This post explores what trauma is, how to recognize if you’re affected by it, and how trauma therapy can help. Learn about common symptoms, different types of trauma, and how…

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Trauma Therapy: Why it’s More Than Just Talk

Trauma therapy differs from regular talk therapy by focusing on trauma's impact on the body and mind. Using a ‘bottom-up’ approach, often with methods like EMDR, trauma therapy addresses deep-rooted…

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Is It Just Anxiety or Something More? When Anxiety Counseling Can Reveal Complex Trauma

"Anxiety counseling isn’t always just about managing stress. Sometimes, that persistent anxiety points to something deeper—like complex trauma. In this article, we explore the signs that your anxiety may have…

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What Is Trauma? Understanding the Signs and How It May Be Affecting You More Than You Think

When you hear the word “trauma,” but you think “What is trauma?” You might picture a life-changing event like a car accident or assault. But trauma isn’t always about those…

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EMDR Therapy vs. Other Approaches: Which One is Best for Trauma?

When it comes to trauma therapy, there are many options, but they don’t all work the same way. EMDR therapy (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is one of the top…

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Neurodiversity and Complex Trauma: Unraveling the Connection

There’s an undeniable overlap between neurodiversity and complex trauma. Neurodiverse individuals often face unique challenges that increase their risk of developing complex trauma. Complex trauma results from prolonged or repeated…

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CPTSD Misdiagnosis: 14 Diagnoses That Might Really Be CPTSD

People with CPTSD (Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) often get multiple diagnoses. Symptoms change over time and reflect different parts of the trauma. These overlapping diagnoses can confuse people, especially when…

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Top 20 Concerns Clients with Complex Trauma Share with Their Therapist

Who doesn’t have concerns about if they’re normal? When you’ve experienced complex trauma, life can feel like an uphill battle. Even though you may be smart, funny, and hardworking, the…

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Feeling Stuck in Life? These 11 Signs Could Point to C-PTSD

Feeling stuck in life can be deeply frustrating. It feels like no matter what you do, you can’t seem to break free from emotional pain or destructive patterns. If you’ve…

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4 Subtle Signs of Trauma and Complex Trauma: Are You Dealing with More Than You Think?

When you think of trauma, you might picture events like a violent assault or a terrible car accident. While these are clear examples of trauma, the reality is that many…

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What is C-PTSD? Understanding Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

More and more, people are talking about Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (C-PTSD). Perhaps you’ve landed on this in TikTok? In this article, we’ll answer “What is C-PTSD?” and explore its…

Unmasking Perfectionism and Mental Health: How Complex Trauma Fuels the Need to Be Flawless

Perfectionism, often disguised as a pursuit of excellence, can carry deeper roots than many realize. For some, the relentless drive to be flawless isn’t merely about setting high standards; it’s…

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Why Do I Sabotage Myself? (And how to stop burning down your progress)

Is Being a Perfectionist Bad? (Not Exactly — But It Might Be Getting in Your Way)

ADHD Burnout from Overstimulation: When Your Brain Wants Everything and Then Immediately Regrets It

Why Is Life So Hard? (And What Laughter Has to Do With It)

What Parents Need to Know About Teen Therapy: 10 Essential Insights from a Teen Therapist in Atlanta

Staying Safe When the Waves Get Rough: How to Handle Tough Times

Sensory Regulation Essentials: How Your 8 Senses Support Healing

Defensiveness: A Trauma Therapist’s Comments on Why It Happens and How to Handle It in Conversations

The Effects of Complex Trauma on Teens: Understanding the 7 Key Areas

Online Counseling Georgia: Reaching You Wherever You Are

What is Trauma? Do I Have It? How Can Trauma Therapy Help?

Trauma Therapy: Why it’s More Than Just Talk

Is It Just Anxiety or Something More? When Anxiety Counseling Can Reveal Complex Trauma

What Is Trauma? Understanding the Signs and How It May Be Affecting You More Than You Think

EMDR Therapy vs. Other Approaches: Which One is Best for Trauma?

Neurodiversity and Complex Trauma: Unraveling the Connection

CPTSD Misdiagnosis: 14 Diagnoses That Might Really Be CPTSD

Top 20 Concerns Clients with Complex Trauma Share with Their Therapist

Feeling Stuck in Life? These 11 Signs Could Point to C-PTSD

4 Subtle Signs of Trauma and Complex Trauma: Are You Dealing with More Than You Think?

What is C-PTSD? Understanding Complex Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder

Unmasking Perfectionism and Mental Health: How Complex Trauma Fuels the Need to Be Flawless