
How to Protect Yourself from Gaslighting
Blog, Couples Therapy, Trauma TherapyGaslighting is a form of emotional abuse where the abuser tries to sow seeds of doubt, making their victim question their own memory, perception, or judgment.
The term originates from the 1944 film Gaslight, where a husband manipulates small elements of their home environment (including turning down the gaslights) and insists his wife is mistaken or remembering things incorrectly, causing her to question her sanity.

Discover Healing Through Somatic Therapy: Reclaim Your Body, Reclaim Your Life
Blog, Trauma TherapyBy Tara Rullo, LCSW
Somatic therapy is a treatment approach that recognizes the mind-body connection and focuses on the experiences of the body, sensations, and movement to promote emotional healing and overall well-being. In the context of trauma, somatic therapy can be particularly effective because trauma often manifests not only as psychological symptoms but also as physical sensations and tensions in the body. Here's how somatic therapy helps trauma survivors:
Am I Fawning or Just Nice?
Blog, Trauma TherapyBy Tara Rullo, LCSW
The fawn response is a term used in the context of responses to trauma, particularly in the model known as the "four Fs" – fight, flight, freeze, and fawn. These responses describe different ways individuals react when faced with a threat. The fawn response specifically refers to a person's tendency to seek safety and avoid conflict by complying with the wishes and demands of others. It involves an extreme focus on pleasing others and maintaining harmony, even at the expense of one's own needs, boundaries, and well-being.
Soul Retrieval: Reclaiming Wholeness and Healing Past Wounds
Trauma TherapyBy Matthew Word, LMSW, CHT
Rooted in ancient indigenous traditions, Soul Retrieval is based on the belief that a person's soul essence can become fragmented or lost due to traumatic experiences, emotional wounds, or challenging life circumstances. Learn about its significance in healing, and how it can aid individuals in reclaiming their wholeness and restoring balance in their lives.