Why We React The Way We Do: The 5 Trauma Survival Responses
Have you ever snapped at someone, shut down in silence, or felt desperate to keep the peace—only to wonder afterwards, “Why did I react that
From Survival to Self-Worth: How Trauma Masks Itself as Perfectionism, People-Pleasing, and Self-Doubt
Relational trauma leaves its imprint not only in our memories but in the ways we relate to ourselves and others. When early bonds are inconsistent,
Finding Yourself Again: Rebuilding Self-Worth After Relational Trauma
Relational trauma often leaves scars that aren’t visible but are deeply felt. When the very people who were meant to nurture and protect us caused
When Love Teaches Us We Are Not Enough: How Relational Trauma Shapes Self-Esteem
Self-esteem doesn’t grow from achievements or affirmations alone—it begins in the safety of relationships. From our earliest days, we learn who we are by the
Confidence on the Outside, Shame on the Inside: Why Success Doesn’t Heal Emotional Wounds
What if the key to feeling whole isn’t more confidence, but something deeper? It’s tempting to think confidence and self-esteem are one and the same.
Understanding Trauma: Beyond the Big and the “Small”
Trauma is not just about what happens to us; Dr Maté explains that it’s also about how we experience what happens to us. At its
Patrizia Jones
Integrative Counsellor | Emotionally Focused Therapist
I am a trauma-informed integrative counsellor (MBACP) with advanced training in emotionally focused therapy helping adults navigate difficult emotions, life transitions, heal relational wounds, and reconnect with a more secure sense of self.