Tina Andrews is an educator, lawyer, and entrepreneur, and the Founder and Director of Adore Family Services, Inc., a therapeutic foster care agency serving children and families across Northern Virginia and promoting adoption through foster care.
...Experiencing childhood trauma often means you have a hard time dealing with your emotions in a healthy way. Have you noticed this? This can lead to what’s called complicated grief when you experiences losses as an adult. Complicated grief is like being stuck in a deep sadness that doesn’t get better with time. This happens because the old hurts that were never sorted out come back up when you are mourning, making it hard for you to find peace and closure.
...Complex trauma—trauma that happens over time, often in childhood—can affect every part of your being. As a result of this trauma, you may struggle with anxiety, chronic pain, emotional numbness, and a deep sense of disconnection. Traditional talk therapy is helpful, but healing trauma also requires approaches that reach beyond your mind. That’s where energy healing comes in.
...Dee Davidson – As a mother of two boys and an entrepreneur in the wellness industry for over two decades, I’ve dedicated myself to empowering women to reclaim their health. Through the Inspiring Women’s Network and as chapter leader of the Boston Business Women’s Network, I foster supportive communities for women to connect and thrive.
...Can abuse jeopardize your physical health? The emotional toll abuse takes on a person is common knowledge, but can abuse harm the victim’s physical health? I have heard that the answer to this question is an absolute “Yes!” But how do we know that statement to be true? How can we know if a person would have developed a particular physical ailment if they had never been a victim of abuse?
...For decades, Lisa has cultivated her leadership and inclination to help others succeed by partnering with individuals and businesses for strategic solutions and inspirational development. Lisa is a certified Six Sigma Black Belt, Scrum Master, Certified Scrum Product Owner, and PMP. As well, she is an international best-selling author and award winning business strategist. Lisa uses a combination of theory and practices from the Project Management Institute, Six Sigma, Scrum, EQi, Strength Finders, and Disc to guide Business Owners and Executives on building out a sustainable strategic plan aligned with their Values.
...For many trauma survivors, healing and recovery is not just about overcoming the past; it’s also about battling maladaptive behaviors like addiction that often follow. Addiction, whether to substances like alcohol and drugs (including prescribed medications) or behaviors like overspending, pornography, food binging, or gambling – often emerge as coping mechanisms for those of us who have experienced and survived abuse or trauma. Here’s a closer look at why trauma survivors struggle with addictions and the importance of addressing both issues together.
...Trauma is a silent force that can shape and shadow our lives in ways we may not even realize. It lingers in the deepest recesses of our minds, affecting our behaviors, beliefs, and interactions with the world around us. But what if there was a way to lift the veil on trauma, to understand its effects, and ultimately reclaim control over its influence? Enter Sarah, an expert in trauma responsive care who has dedicated her life to unraveling the intricacies of trauma’s impact. Through her unique approach and deep understanding of the human psyche, Sarah offers a path towards healing and empowerment for those grappling with the aftermath of traumatic experiences.
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