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Understanding Addiction Through the Lens of Trauma
Our modern and more accurate understanding of addiction is that it is a trauma response, not a moral failing. The reality—that addiction often stems from unprocessed trauma, neglect, or profound disconnection—suggests that healing must start with addressing underlying wounds rather than simply focusing on stopping the behavior itself.
Brynn Barry, LPC
May 155 min read
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The Anxious-Avoidant Trap: Why We Fall for the Same Toxic Relationships
Learn why you may gravitate toward unhealthy relationships that exhibit tiring highs and lows.
Brynn Barry, LPC
Mar 195 min read
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How Do I Know If I Have Trauma?
How do I know if I have trauma? Read about and how unprocessed traumatic memories cause recognizable trauma symptoms.
Brynn Barry, LPC
Feb 125 min read
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Understanding and Healing from Attachment Trauma: Developing a Secure Attachment Style
By Brynn Barry, LPC Attachment trauma is a term used to describe emotional and psychological wounds that result from disrupted or...
Brynn Barry, LPC
Jan 155 min read
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EMDR Therapy: An Explanation of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
EMDR therapy is one of the most effective therapeutic approaches for the treatment of trauma. Learn more about whether it could help you.
Brynn Barry, LPC
Jul 23, 20245 min read
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