I observe closely the hand wringing and agitated physical movements as I hear the contradictorily strong voiced declarations. Declarations of hard work to get to this place of acceptance.and peace. Hard work toward Forgiveness. This is followed by intense gazing at me, short silences, as the person waits for my response. Approval is sought from me. Approval…
In 1998 the CDC uncovered a link between childhood trauma and chronic diseases people develop as adults as well as social and emotional problems. The man on my therapy couch tells me he “explodes” with his partner. He shamefully confesses verbally abusing her and cries as he tries to understand why he hurts the person most dear to him. The…