I've posted a new video on the videos page. In total I'll post 3 videos on how to find a therapist. The first video looks at trauma-informed, talking therapy, CBT, EDMR, and how the most important thing is that your therapist is good with relationship, voice and power. We also look at when your therapist has a different belief system to you; and the importance of accredited … [Read more...] about How to Find a Therapist pt.1
Hobbies that Heal
I've added a new video today on the video page (For Survivors pt7: Hobbies that Heal). I filmed it on a day when my disability (Ehlers Danlos Syndrome) made it really difficult to get out of the house, but it was so worth it. I often talk about hobbies that heal as a way of self-care. Some people don't feel especially creative and might feel they can't find hobbies that heal, … [Read more...] about Hobbies that Heal
What did my trauma therapy look like?
I've just added a new video to the videos page explaining what my therapy looked like, 'For Survivors pt 6: What my therapy looked like'. I explain what happened in the sessions as well as what I would do to prepare, and how I would process afterwards. There are different approaches therapists take, and I'm not saying this way is the only or best way, but I do make a suggestion … [Read more...] about What did my trauma therapy look like?
Welcome to For Survivors
"Hi, and welcome to my first ever blog post on this site!" If you are a survivor of abuse, I want you to hear a warm welcome from me, and to know that I think you are amazing. I also want you to know that you are not alone. I hope that this site might in some way be helpful to you on your journey. If you're a friend or family member supporting a survivor, thank you, we … [Read more...] about Welcome to For Survivors