What about developmental trauma?

What about developmental trauma?

It is estimated that 95% of the thoughts we have each day are the same thoughts we had yesterday. This means that most of our thoughts are not helpful, tend to be habitual, and are not part of our conscious awareness and that may even be harmful.  Do you ever feel...
June is Pride Month

June is Pride Month

Resources for LGBTQIA+ Communities & Allies It’s June and that means it’s Pride Month! 🏳️‍🌈🏳️‍⚧️ So, Jess Fletcher, one of our teachers here at Arizona Trauma Institute, has compiled many resources to support your growth and understanding of the...
Irrational Beliefs

Irrational Beliefs

There are many influences that tend to be ignored systemically in the mental health culture. Typically, counselors and therapists tend to believe that the client’s belief systems are faulty, even going so far as to label them as irrational beliefs. What is often...
CPTSD & The Inner Critic

CPTSD & The Inner Critic

The inner critic is a well-known concept in psychology, referring to the part of the psyche that judges and criticizes our behavior. One might think of this as a form of radar, and while there may be many things showing up on the radar system, not everything is of...
Supporting Survivors of Sexual Violence

Supporting Survivors of Sexual Violence

Sexual violence is a trauma that knows no boundaries.  It does not discriminate based on racial, ethnic, or cultural backgrounds. Sexual violence is a horrific and heartbreaking reality that affects people from all walks of life. Victims vary by social class,...