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The Link between Transgenerational Trauma and Toxic Relationships

The Link between Transgenerational Trauma and Toxic Relationships

by Sherry Gaba | Dec 19, 2023 | Psychotherapy, Relationships, Trauma

Transgenerational trauma refers to the transfer of trauma from one generation to another. It occurs when the traumatic experiences of one generation influence the psychological and emotional well-being of their descendants. When transgenerational trauma is not...
Trauma Informed Coaching And Trauma Therapy: What’s The Difference?

Trauma Informed Coaching And Trauma Therapy: What’s The Difference?

by Sherry Gaba | Mar 20, 2023 | Codependency, Psychotherapy, Relationships, Trauma

Most people today have heard of or used coaching services. There is a wide range of different coaches with various levels of experience, expertise, and understanding of the various issues that individuals may face. However, it can be confusing to understand if...
Getting Over A Toxic Relationship Using Polyvagal Theory

Getting Over A Toxic Relationship Using Polyvagal Theory

by Sherry Gaba | Jul 16, 2022 | Abuse, Psychotherapy, Relationships, Trauma

Toxic relationships create ripples throughout our mind and our body. In a toxic relationship, our mind reads cues and our body responds in ways that are effective coping mechanisms for that relationship. However, these responses to social cues are often not effective...
Understanding Internal Family Systems Therapy and Its Relationship to Codependency

Understanding Internal Family Systems Therapy and Its Relationship to Codependency

by Sherry Gaba | May 21, 2022 | Abuse, Codependency, Psychotherapy, Trauma

There are various types of treatment options used with individuals through therapy. Some types of therapy are designed to work from the diagnosis of the patient or individual, while others are focused on holistically treating the individual and not focus on treating...
Steps To Move from an Anxious Attachment Style to a Secure Attachment Style

Steps To Move from an Anxious Attachment Style to a Secure Attachment Style

by Sherry Gaba | Feb 2, 2022 | Psychotherapy, Relationships, Trauma

How our relationships are with our parents and caregivers from infancy through childhood has a significant impact on how we interact with others in relationships as adults. Attachment Theory was developed by John Bowlby, a psychoanalyst and psychiatrist who studied...
Stop Seeking Validation from Others: Practical Solutions to Use Today

Stop Seeking Validation from Others: Practical Solutions to Use Today

by Sherry Gaba | Jun 24, 2019 | Codependency, Psychotherapy, Relationships

It is very reasonable for anyone to want to have their ideas, choices, achievements, or even their opinions validated by those around them. After all, what is the first thing we do as children when we accomplish something? We look to our parents for recognition...
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