The Unwinnable Calculus: Navigating the Maze of Double Binds

The Unwinnable Calculus: Navigating the Maze of Double Binds “Between stimulus and response, there is a space. In that space is our power to choose our response. In our response lies our growth and our freedom.” — Viktor Frankl The Unwinnable Calculus: Navigating the Maze of Double Binds In the labyrinth of human relationships, few […]

Am I In An Abusive Relationship?

Am I In An Abusive Relationship? “You may not control all the events that happen to you, but you can decide not to be reduced by them.”  – Maya Angelou Am I In An Abusive Relationship? In my years as a therapist, I’ve witnessed the quiet torment of those wrestling with a difficult and sometimes […]

What is the Difference Between an Unhealthy Relationship and an Abusive Relationship?

What is the Difference Between an Unhealthy Relationship and an Abusive Relationship? “You don’t have to control your thoughts. You just have to stop letting them control you.” — Dan Millman What is the Difference Between an Unhealthy Relationship and an Abusive Relationship? Navigating the waters of relationships can often be complex and nuanced. While […]

Is it Worry or Anxiety? Here’s How to Tell the Difference

Is it Worry or Anxiety? Here’s How to Tell the Difference “Nothing is permanent in this wicked world — not even our troubles” -Charlie Chaplin Have you ever found yourself caught in a loop of overthinking, wondering if what you’re experiencing is just a case of worry or something deeper? We often use the terms […]

How to Stop Overfunctioning & Reclaim Your Power

How to Stop Overfunctioning and Reclaim Your Power How Not To Overfunction Earlier today, I found myself *triggered* during a text exchange with a new romantic interest. His message, while not ill-intentioned, hurt my feelings.  It was a small thing, really, but given how consistently caring and receptive he had been to my emotional expressions; […]

Spotting and Healing Abuse in Relationships

Why it’s So Hard to Spot Abuse in Relationships and How To Heal “Intimacy is what we most long for and what we most fear. ” – Erwin MacMagnus https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qNFH5aUFTrw The word intimate has its roots from the Latin word intimus meaning “inmost, innermost, deepest.” Our intimate relationships draw us into the innermost depths of ourselves and […]

5 Steps to Erasing the Trauma of Painful Memories

The Trauma of Painful Memories “Memory can be a blessing and a curse. Memories are part of how we define who we are and what we stand for as well as a big part of how we connect with other people.” When traumatic memories are a part of the fabric of our past, these memories […]

Cognitive Processing Therapy: How It Works, Cost, & What to Expect

Iliana Chavez in Choosing Therapy: How Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) Works Check out our team member Iliana Chavez featured in this Choosing Therapy article about Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) – how it works and what to expect!  

The Link Between Trauma and Addiction

The Link Between Trauma and Addiction “Trauma is personal. It does not disappear if it is not validated. When it is ignored or invalidated the silent screams continue internally heard only by the one held captive. When someone enters the pain and hears the screams healing can begin.” -Danielle Bernock Trauma and addiction often co-exist. […]

Dr. Hyman’s Broken Brain 2

Brooke Sprowl Featured on Dr. Mark Hyman’s Broken Brain 2: Expert Insights Check out the links below for segments from Brooke Sprowl’s full expert interview on Dr. Mark Hyman’s Broken Brain 2. If you’d like the full version and to view all episodes in series, you can purchase membership here. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) Trauma […]