Ever heard someone say, “I don’t need anyone”? It might sound super independent, but often, it’s a kind of armour that was placed there for a reason. Those with avoidant attachment styles might find this phrase super relatable. It’s like …
Tag: psychotherapy
Parentification
Parentification is when a child takes on the role of a parent, assuming adult responsibilities and emotional caretaking within the family. When this happens, you develop ‘parts’ of you to cope with the situation:
When a Part of You is Searching for Redemption
When a part of you is searching for redemption, you end up in toxic relationships that remind you of your past. Let’s imagine your dad was distant. Maybe he was always at work, a bit distant, and you got the …
Ep 25 Nine Tips for Dating If You Are Avoidantly Attached
When you are avoidantly attached, dating can feel like a complete minefield. You might have had people tell you that you are aloof, a closed book, secretive or not open to a relationship, even when you would like a relationship …
Kelly McDaniel Endorses ‘Heal Your Anxious Attachment’
So much gratitude to all those who took the time and effort to read the manuscript before it was published. Big shout to Kelly McDaniel Therapy for her endorsement. She is someone who is doing great work in the world. …
Your Anxious Attachment Style is Motivated by an Avoidant Relationship with Self.
BOOM @thebehaviourtherapist – ‘Underneath your attachment style sometimes are parts within you that are terrified that you are unlovable or unworthy of the type of relationship you want. We are terrified of befriending these parts of us, instead of leaning closer …
Dr. Scott Endorses Heal Your Anxious Attachment
So much gratitude to all those who took the time and effort to read the manuscript before it was published. Big shout to dr scott lyons for his endorsement. He’s someone who is doing great work in the world. Check …
A Little bit About Me, On Book Launch Day
Hello everyone. It’s been a while since I introduced myself, so here we go. My name is Jennifer Nurick (Jen), and I’m a licensed clinical psychotherapist and energetic healer with a Master’s degree in Applied Psychotherapy. My mission is to …
Open-Minded podcast
I had such a wonderful chat with Marla. We covered all things attachment and touched on trauma, EMDR, IFS, meditation and healing. Head over to her podcast and check it out. If you like what you hear, please leave a …