Where Does the Inner Critic Come From? A Trauma and Parts Work Perspective
The inner critic can feel harsh, relentless, and deeply personal, but from a trauma and parts work perspective, it may actually be trying to protect you. Explore where the inner critic comes from, how it can develop through past experiences, and why healing often begins with understanding rather than fighting it.
How Can Horses Help Heal Eating Disorders? The Science Behind Equine Therapy and Recovery
What makes horses such powerful partners in eating disorder recovery? Discover the science behind equine-assisted psychotherapy and how horses help rebuild body trust, regulate the nervous system, and support healing beyond food and weight.
What Looks Risky Isn't Always Unsafe: What My Horse Taught Me About Trauma, Trust, and Nervous System Healing
What looks risky isn't always unsafe. Riding bareback after time away wasn't about ignoring safety, it was about trusting the relationship Nora and I have built over years. This post explores why true safety comes from connection, communication, and nervous system regulation, not simply following rules.
Weekly Therapy or an EMDR Intensive? How to Know Which Approach Is Right for You
Wondering whether weekly therapy or an EMDR intensive is the better fit? Learn the key differences, who benefits most from each approach, and how trauma therapy intensives can help create meaningful healing in days instead of months for the right person.
The Story Behind A Place Along the Way
A personal story about how one horse quietly changed my understanding of healing, trauma recovery, body image, and what it means to choose connection over perfection.