Healing Through Experience: Embracing Growth in Relational Psychotherapy
“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
Loyalty Contracts and the Holiday Season: Breaking Free While Honouring Yourself
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
Understanding Trauma: Finding Healing in Connection
“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
How to Make Effective Use of Therapy
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
The Stages of Trauma Treatment & Recovery
At Think Recovery, we understand how deeply trauma impacts your life, affecting your mind, body, and relationships. Healing from trauma can be a complex journey, but with the right support, it is possible to move from survival to recovery. Our approach, rooted in somatic, experiential, and relational psychodynamic psychotherapy, provides a comprehensive path toward healing
Rediscovering Emotional Intimacy in Relationships
In the fast-paced world we live in, emotional intimacy often takes a backseat. Yet, it is the cornerstone of all meaningful relationships, whether romantic, friendly, familial, or professional. At Think Recovery, we believe that reconnecting with this vital element can transform not only our relationships but our entire personhood and lives. The Depth of Emotional