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Working with me: A holistic and pragmatic approach to healing emotional wounds
Explaining my supportive and practical approach of helping clients
Anita Jade
May 16, 20255 min read


Why sensitivity, hypervigilance and people-pleasing are often childhood trauma responses
Have you ever been told you're "too sensitive" , or find yourself able to pick up on subtle changes in the room or a person's facial expressions and body language? This heightened awareness may feel like a personality trait, but more often than not, they are protective adaptations from unsafe environments. In this article, we’ll explore how sensitivity and hypervigilance are not flaws, but intelligent responses formed in unsafe or unpredictable environments. What is hypervigi
Anita Jade
Jul 5, 20253 min read


The hidden weight of self-criticism: How your inner voice shapes your life
An article about how a harsh inner critic shows up in every facet of your life.
Anita Jade
Mar 29, 20255 min read


Attachment trauma: How inconsistent, absent or unsafe caregiving shapes us
What is relational trauma? Relational trauma occurs when a person has experienced repeated emotional injuries within close relationships, particularly in early life. It often stems from caregivers who are neglectful, emotionally unavailable, abusive, or inconsistent in their affection and emotional support. Unlike a single traumatic event, relational trauma develops over time, shaping a person’s sense of self, safety, and ability to connect with others. Chronic relational tra
Anita Jade
Mar 3, 20255 min read


Understanding EMDR: How it works and what to expect
Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing (EMDR) is a psychotherapy method that has gained significant recognition for its efficacy...
Anita Jade
Jan 28, 20255 min read


The importance of pacing your healing
When big things happen to us, it's normal not to deal with it right away. There are times when emotions are too big for us to contain,...
Anita Jade
Oct 11, 20242 min read


Mindset has more to do with mental health than you think
What is mindset? A mindset is a set of beliefs, attitudes, and assumptions that shape the way a person perceives and responds to the...
Anita Jade
Dec 1, 20234 min read


Understanding Highly Sensitive People (HSPs): their gifts, pitfalls and defining traits
Highly Sensitive People (HSPs) are a unique segment of the population that make up about 20 percent of people. The term was coined by...
Anita Jade
Nov 12, 20235 min read
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