Blog
Self-esteem and Self-compassion: What’s the Difference?
The way we relate to ourselves is a key feature of our overall well-being, and understanding the different aspects that make us individuals is one
Heather Hayes
28 May 2025
Adolescents
Is “Birth Order” Theory a Myth? Unpacking the Role of Siblings in Family Systems
What does it mean to be the eldest daughter, the youngest son, or the “middle child” of a family? These are terms that we often
Heather Hayes
22 May 2025
Blog
The Hidden Legacy: How Intergenerational Subjugation Fuels Mental Health Struggles and Substance Use Disorders
Intergenerational subjugation refers to the persistent oppression and marginalization experienced by certain communities across multiple generations. This enduring cycle of disadvantage profoundly affects mental health
Heather Hayes
16 May 2025
Blog
What are the Key Elements of Leadership?
Leadership is often associated with charisma, vision, and authority. But ask a truly effective leader what defines them, and chances are, they won’t talk about
Heather Hayes
12 May 2025
Blog
Sustaining Human Dignity: Trauma-Responsive Systems as the Foundation for a Just Future
When we imagine a sustainable future, our minds often leap to innovations in technology, environmental conservation, and economic reform. These are undoubtedly critical, yet sustainability
Heather Hayes
7 May 2025
Blog
Coping with Angry Kids: Advice for Parents
One of the hardest things to deal with as a parent is children’s anger. I speak to parents who are overwhelmed, confused, and very often
Heather Hayes
30 April 2025
Adolescents
The Hidden Architecture of Dysfunction: Robert Subby’s Family Rules Explained
In families impacted by mental health issues, substance use disorders (SUDs), or unresolved trauma, patterns of communication and behavior often develop in an attempt to
Heather Hayes
28 April 2025
Addiction
Family Roles, Rules, and Values in Systems Impacted by Mental Health and Substance Use Disorders
Families affected by mental health challenges and substance use disorders (SUDs) often develop distinct patterns of interaction, communication, and roles to adapt to ongoing stress
Heather Hayes
23 April 2025
Blog
The Difference Between Trauma-Informed and Trauma-Responsive Therapy: A Critical Examination
In recent years, the terms trauma-informed and trauma-responsive have gained prominence in therapeutic settings. While often used interchangeably, they represent different approaches to understanding and
Heather Hayes
10 April 2025
Blog
Treating Attachment Disorder, Complex PTSD, and Narcissistic Personality Disorder: Tailored Approaches for Distinct Disorders
Effective treatment for mental health conditions relies on accurate diagnosis and a deep understanding of each disorder’s underlying mechanisms. Misdiagnosing Attachment Disorder and Complex PTSD
Heather Hayes
26 March 2025
Blog
Celebrating Differences: Unique Strengths of Neurodiversity
Neurodiversity is a word we hear increasingly – on social media, in the news, and conversationally – but often without its full definition. The term
Heather Hayes
20 March 2025
Adolescents
Challenges of Adolescence: Coping with the Pressure to Be Perfect
The teen years can be extremely challenging. We tend to romanticise adolescence once we have left it behind, remembering it as a time when we
Heather Hayes
17 March 2025
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