by Gwen Soat, LCMHCA Spiritual Grooming Faith holds immense power in someone’s life. It is often the most intimate and soul-binding experience. The church is meant to be a place of safety, trust, and meaning. When predators use this soul-focused trust to control and harm, a person’s relationship with themselves, with others, and with God […]
Your Partner is Not a Narcissist
Why “Narcissistic Abuse” Is the Wrong Label for Abusive Relationships The internet is flooded with content about “narcissistic abuse.” A simple search reveals countless YouTube channels, podcasts, and articles dedicated to this single term. While it’s become a convenient shorthand in our cultural lexicon, labeling an abusive partner as a “narcissist” or “covert narc” or […]
How to Choose a Trauma-informed Therapist Who Truly Gets It
Choosing a trauma-informed therapist to help you work through traumatic events can sometimes feel like a traumatic event itself! If you’ve ever had a terrible therapy experience, you may be a bit gun shy to even try again! We get it! Lots of individuals overlook the critical step of finding the right therapist for trauma […]