EMDR Is More Than Eye Movements: Let's Talk About the Work Before the Work
Everyone talks about the eye movements in EMDR, but what about the work that happens before reprocessing? Let's talk about preparation, the experiences we tend to minimize, and why understanding your past doesn't always change how you feel in the present.
The Good Daughter Trap: When Being Good Comes at the Expense of Yourself
She's the one everyone turns to. The strong one. The responsible one. The one who rarely says no and almost never asks for help. But what happens when being "good" becomes synonymous with self-sacrifice? In this post, we explore how cultural expectations, family roles, and trauma can shape the "good daughter" identity and what healing looks like when your needs are finally allowed in the room too.