First posted to: https://surehopecounseling.com/surviving-childhood-sexual-abuse-by-a-member-of-your-family-of-origin/ Childhood sexual abuse (CSA) is devastating in any context, but when the person who harmed you is a member of your own family, the impact can…
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Preventing the Wound of Emotional Neglect
First posted to: https://surehopecounseling.com/preventing-the-wound-of-emotional-neglect/ Parenting can be very rewarding but let’s be honest – it’s rarely easy. Most parents really love their children and desire to do the best they…
Healing from the Achievement-Focused Parent: Finding Your Worth Beyond Performance
First posted to: https://surehopecounseling.com/healing-from-the-achievement-focused-parent-finding-your-worth-beyond-performance/ Growing up with a parent who measured love and approval through achievement can leave deep, invisible marks. Whether it was grades, sports, appearance, or career milestones,…
Healing From Shame
First posted to: https://surehopecounseling.com/healing-from-shame/ “The ball is, as it were, in our court. God has invaded human history and reality. Jesus Christ has died on our behalf, is risen, and…
The Family Wounds of Our Adopted Children
First posted to: https://surehopecounseling.com/the-family-wounds-of-our-adopted-children/ Imagine this scenario: You are moving away and will not be coming back. You have less than 10 minutes to pack 10 items or people to…
Parentification: When the Child Becomes the Parent
First posted to: https://surehopecounseling.com/parentification-when-the-child-becomes-the-parent/ Family of origin wounds are a result of unmet emotional needs, neglect, or harmful patterns that exist within the family unit. In response to these experiences,…