Childhood should be a time of innocence and growth, but for many, it's marred by repeated traumatic experiences that leave lasting scars. Complex childhood trauma isn't just a buzzword—it's a profound ...

As a trauma psychotherapist and trauma survivor, I’ve researched complex trauma therapy for years, trying to find the most effective techniques for myself and my clients. In my book, You Don’t Need to ...

Most recently, DSM modifications for PTSD included a subtype group for children aged younger than 6 years. 18 Research has shown when diagnostic criteria that are sensitive to child developmental ...

There are times in our lives that additional support is needed in order to traverse the ups and downs of life's transitions. I specialize in supporting you as you navigate through these life ...

Medically reviewed by Michael MacIntyre, MD Key Takeaways Complex PTSD often includes emotional dysregulation, negative self-beliefs, and troubles with relationships. C-PTSD affects both children and ...

Objectification is a form of relational trauma that is often overlooked in therapy. Instead of a full person with their own ...

As medicine advances and more children with complex needs live into adulthood, the need for compassionate, specialized care continues to grow. The Comfort Zone’s young adult pilot program focuses on ...

A new developmental theory from an Iowa State researcher describes how our memory and perception of trauma can evolve over time, shifting with new experiences and as cognitive and emotional ...

When Jessica Kluck signed the adoption papers in 2015, she was on her own. Kluck, a single woman living in Bismarck, adopted five Native American children, ages 5 to 16, all siblings, after serving as ...

One of the largest research analyses regarding the frequency of childhood trauma and its effects in adults is the Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE). 14 The ACE study was led by Kaiser Permanente (KP ...