Tag: healing
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Living in a Cancel Culture — When Families Are Divided by Politics, Media, and Miscommunication
A Therapist’s Perspective on Healing Hurt, Sadness, and Disconnection The New Divide As a therapist, I often sit with clients who come into session carrying a deep ache — not from strangers online, but from people they love.Family gatherings that once felt safe and predictable now feel like emotional minefields. Clients describe walking into holidays…
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Broken Bonds, Redeemed Hearts
A Biblical and Neuroscientific Look at Trust After Trauma Human beings are inherently relational. From the beginning, we were designed for connection. In Genesis 1:26, God declares, “Let us make mankind in our image,” revealing a divine truth — we are made in the image of a triune God who exists in perfect relationship with Himself. Trust and…
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The Psychological Impacts of Family Disconnection and Lack of Support.
Family plays a critical role in shaping our emotional, cognitive, and social development. When family connections are disrupted—or when individuals lack emotional support from their family of origin—the effects can ripple across nearly every aspect of mental health and well-being. From feelings of isolation to long-term struggles with self-esteem, the absence of family support can…
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Inner Child Work: Why It’s More Than Just a Trend
In recent years, “inner child work” has become a buzzword in therapy circles and on social media. You may have seen memes, affirmations, or posts encouraging you to “heal your inner child.” But what exactly is inner child work—and why is it so much more than just a passing trend? What Is Inner Child Work?…
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The Cognitive Roots of Generational Trauma: Pathways to Healing and Prevention
By: April Wazny, LCPC Understanding the role of social cognition is key when addressing generational trauma and developing effective interventions. Trauma-informed therapy can help individuals reconsider unhelpful patterns of thought and build healthier relationships by focusing on the cognitive and emotional effects of traumatic experiences. Parenting support programs are also crucial in preventing the transmission…
Winora's Hope Counseling: Gurnee Mental Health Service 