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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...