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Why AI Should Never Replace the Human Connection in Psychotherapy
No matter how advanced AI becomes, it cannot offer what we most deeply need: to be met by another person with care, curiosity, and compassion.
Sherry Slejska
Apr 252 min read
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Incest, CSA, and the Influence of Celebrity Disclosures: Why Clarity Matters
Public disclosures by celebrities, such as Ye (formerly Kanye West), about incest and childhood sexual experiences have sparked complex conversations around childhood sexual abuse (CSA), child-on-child sexual harm, and early exposure to sexual content. This blog explores the difference between childhood curiosity and abuse, the long-term impacts of early sexualization, and the importance of trauma-informed language when discussing CSA in the public sphere.
Sherry Slejska
Apr 234 min read
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Breaking the Silence: When Adults Speak Out About Childhood Sexual Abuse
There comes a time, sometimes decades after the fact, when an adult survivor of child sexual abuse finds the strength to speak out.
Sherry Slejska
Apr 44 min read
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When Career Performance Is Affected by Mental Health: A Struggle Many Professionals Face
As high-achieving professionals, we are accustomed to thriving in demanding careers. Whether you’re a teacher, lawyer, tech professional,...
Sherry Slejska
Mar 293 min read
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Understanding Mental Health: It’s Not About Who You Are, But What Happened to You
Mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression, addiction, and trauma are often misunderstood. The prevailing belief in society is...
Sherry Slejska
Mar 254 min read
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How Developmental Trauma Can Shape Our Sense of Self
Unlike single-event trauma, developmental trauma is ongoing and relational; it happens within the caregiving environment and impacts a child
Sherry Slejska
Mar 124 min read
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Mental Health Problems Are Not About Moral Failures: Understanding the Impact of Family, Tradition, Religion, and Culture
Mental health struggles are often misunderstood, with many believing they are tied to personal failings or moral shortcomings. This...
Sherry Slejska
Feb 233 min read
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Finding Your Voice: Learning to Be Assertive As a Survivors of Developmental Trauma
Speaking up for ourselves, setting boundaries, and expressing our needs can feel uncomfortable or even dangerous.
Sherry Slejska
Feb 73 min read
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Navigating Fear of Abandonment, Attachment Trauma
The fear of abandonment is a powerful and common experience for those with complex trauma. Rooted in early experiences
Sherry Slejska
Jan 73 min read
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Understanding Emotional Triggers: A Guide for Parents with Complex Trauma Histories
Parenting is a deeply personal and emotional experience.
Sherry Slejska
Jan 73 min read
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Breaking the Silence: Why We Must Be Honest About Self-Injury and Suicidality in Complex Trauma
Among the most stigmatized and misunderstood responses to complex trauma are self-injury and suicidality.
Sherry Slejska
Jan 73 min read
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Balancing Work and Trauma Recovery: Pros and Cons of Staying Active in the Workplace
Trauma recovery is a deeply personal journey that requires emotional, mental, and sometimes physical energy.
Sherry Slejska
Jan 53 min read
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Exploring How Your Childhood Trauma May Affect Your Own Children
Childhood trauma leaves a profound imprint on the way we experience the world and form relationships.
Sherry Slejska
Jan 43 min read
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The Impact of Trauma on the Nervous System
Trauma doesn't just affect the mind; it has a profound impact on the nervous system as well.
Sherry Slejska
Jan 32 min read
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