What Your Child's Mind Knows: Why Thoughts Matter More Than the Trauma Itself
New study reveals that how a child thinks about trauma impacts their mental health more than the trauma's severity! This is huge for healing! #ChildTrauma #MentalHealth #TF_CBT #PTSD #CPTSD
Finding Your Compass: How Self-Compassion Heals Deep Wounds
New research shows self-compassion is a powerful mediator in healing CPTSD linked to childhood trauma & insecure attachment! Learn how being kind to yourself can transform your well-being. #SelfCompassion #CPTSD #TraumaHealing #MentalHealth
The Tough Truth: What If Your Child Is the Bully?
Is your child bullying? It's a tough truth, but also an opportunity for growth. Learn why kids bully and how to guide them with empathy and support. #ParentingTips #BullyingPrevention #ChildMentalHealth #FamilySupport #ProsperTX
A New Hope for Healing: Rewiring Our Brains After Trauma
Exciting news in trauma healing! New research shows vagus nerve stimulation (VNS) combined with therapy could offer lasting relief for PTSD. Learn how this innovative approach is helping rewire the brain for peace. #PTSD #TraumaHealing #VagusNerveStimulation #MentalHealth
A Response to “C-PTSD does not stand up to scrutiny.”
Is Complex PTSD just another name for BPD, or is it a crucial diagnosis in its own right? In this response to a recent Psychology Today article, clinical psychologist Dr. Bradford White draws on 15 years of experience to argue for the essential distinction between C-PTSD and BPD. He explores how the right diagnosis can reduce stigma, validate a patient's lived experience, and pave the way for effective, trauma-informed healing. Read the full response here
Understanding the Subtle Differences Between C-PTSD and BPD
Complex PTSD and BPD can look, and feel, very similar. This post gently explores the unique features of each, helping you find understanding and the right path to support.
The Unseen Psyche of the AI Workplace: A Psychodynamic Look at Our New "Virtual Employees"
As AI "virtual employees" enter the workplace, what's happening beneath the surface of our professional lives? A psychodynamic take on how these technologies impact our identity, anxieties, and workplace relationships. Essential reading for leaders and employees navigating this new frontier. #AIinTheWorkplace #DepthPsychology
AI Chatbots and Your Mental Health: Exploring the Potential
Can AI chatbots like ChatGPT truly help with mental health? Explore findings on user experiences, benefits (accessibility, validation), and risks. Insights from a Prosper, TX Clinical Psychologist.
Winnicott’s Shade: AI as a Transitional Object
Ever had a childhood teddy bear that made you feel safe? That's a transitional object. Today, AI is stepping into a similar role, offering a judgment-free space for emotional exploration. Like a therapist, AI prompts deep self-reflection, helps practice social skills, and provides 24/7 support. While human connection remains vital, AI offers a unique path to mental wellness, available anytime, anywhere.