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Reflections of a Social Worker – Happy Social Work Month! (Part 1)
This post celebrates Social Work Month and shares personal experiences in school-based social work and substance abuse rehabilitation. The author emphasizes the challenges, rewards, and important lessons learned in both environments. Reflecting on the impact of these experiences, the author highlights the need for empathy and support for marginalized populations. These experiences continue to influence… Read more
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Healing Trauma: Exploring How Collective Trauma Impacts Younger Generations (Part 8)
Younger generations, Gen Z and Millennials, are facing a mental health crisis with higher rates of depression and anxiety compared to older generations. Factors such as 9/11, school shootings, and social media have significantly impacted their mental well-being. Their reactions are a response to prolonged and unprecedented stress, not a sign of weakness. Read more
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We Are Hiring!
Building Hope Counseling Services in Massachusetts, a virtual counseling service, is hiring therapists passionate about trauma recovery and mental health. The job offers flexibility, marketing support, and a fee-for-service pay structure. Ideal candidates are LCSWs, LICSWs, LMHCs, LPCs, or LMFTs. Interested? Email your resume to mikaela@buildinghopema.com for an interview. Read more
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Healing Trauma: The Spectrum of Trauma Responses (Part 7)
The post explores trauma responses, including fight or flight, freeze, fawn, and fold, and their impact on daily life. These automatic, natural reactions serve to protect individuals from various dangers, influencing behaviors and decision-making. Understanding one’s stress response is crucial in addressing trauma’s consequences and moving forward. Read more
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Healing Trauma: Deconstructing the Myths of Personality Disorders (Part 6)
Personality disorders, often colloquially used to describe toxic behavior, are complex trauma reactions, reflective of distorted realities resulting from severe trauma. Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD) and Narcissistic Personality Disorder (NPD) are common types. These disorders, although challenging, can be treated with specialized therapy. Understanding their roots in trauma can help improve relationships and facilitate healing. Read more
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Healing Trauma: Understanding Your Beliefs and Memories (Part 5)
The human brain forms beliefs based on early experiences and trauma, aiming to keep us safe. These beliefs can lead to negative self-perception. EMDR therapy can weaken negative beliefs and reinforce positive ones. It’s important to understand that the brain’s priority is safety, not happiness. Healing from trauma is possible, and it’s not your fault. Read more
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