We often think of trauma as a single, catastrophic event—a “Big T” trauma like a natural disaster or a serious accident. But for many of us, the weight we carry isn’t from one giant explosion; it’s from “death by a thousand cuts.” These are known as “little-t” traumas. They are the everyday stressors, the recurring […]
In the world of Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy, we often talk about the “Core Self.” Think of it as the calm at the center of a storm. While our lives are often filled with conflicting thoughts—the part of you that wants to work hard and the part that just wants to hide under the […]
Have you ever sat in a therapy session, stared at a compassionate professional, and felt completely unable to explain the storm raging inside you? You are asked, “How does that make you feel?” and your mind goes blank. Or perhaps you can explain the logic of your pain perfectly—you know why you are anxious, you […]
The realization that a marriage or long-term partnership is ending is often described as an emotional earthquake. It shakes the foundation of your life, leaving you with feelings of fear, grief, and profound uncertainty. For decades, the narrative around divorce has been one of battlegrounds, bitter custody fights, and “winning” or “losing.” But what if […]
Have you ever felt like your logical mind knows you are safe, but your body just didn’t get the memo? You might tell yourself, “It’s over, I’m fine,” yet your heart races, your shoulders tighten, and you feel that familiar wash of panic or shutdown. It’s frustrating. It feels like you are fighting a battle […]
Have you ever sat in a therapy session, struggled to find the right words, and left feeling like you barely scratched the surface? You aren’t alone. For many, traditional talk therapy is an incredible tool for understanding why we feel the way we do. But understanding a feeling and actually shifting it are two very […]
It’s a powerful, often debilitating feeling: sensing that you are stuck in a loop of past distress. You might be physically present in York Region, going about your daily life, but emotionally, a part of you remains frozen in a past moment of trauma or fear. Traditional talk therapy can certainly help you understand why […]
Healing from trauma requires more than just talking about what happened. It asks us to process the emotional residue that lingers not only in our thoughts, but also in our bodies. That’s why trauma-focused therapists are increasingly blending EMDR therapy with somatic therapy, creating a powerful, integrative approach to recovery. At Inner Summits, we support […]