“The patient needs an experience, not an explanation.” -Frieda Fromm-Reichmann This profound statement reflects the essence of relational psychotherapy: growth and healing emerge not from intellectual understanding alone, but through corrective emotional and relational experiences. True healing happens when we engage with our inner world in the presence of a caring and supportive other, who …
The holiday season can be a time of joy and connection, but it can also bring complex emotions and expectations. For many, this time of year shines a spotlight on unspoken family dynamics, unconscious beliefs, and internal conflicts—what we call loyalty contracts. These invisible agreements often govern how we relate to others and ourselves, creating …
“Trauma is constituted in an intersubjective context in which severe emotional pain cannot find a relational home in which it can be held. In such a context, painful affective states become unendurable—that is, traumatic.” – Robert D. Stolorow Trauma isn’t just about the difficult experience itself; it’s profoundly shaped by the relational context surrounding that …
Therapy is a unique and deeply personal journey that holds the potential for meaningful change, growth, and healing. Like any meaningful endeavor, the benefits of therapy depend on how you approach and engage with the process. Included below are some ways to engage effectively. Show Up With Intention One of the most fundamental aspects of …