Red Flags
How do you know when you come across a red flag? What is your initial internal thoughts when you come across a red flag? What
Pacing Oneself
What areas of your life do you need to slow down and pace yourself for better mental health? -Dr. P
Signs of Stress
Signs of stress is not personal failure, it’s being human, and sometimes it means something needs to change. – Book: The Upside of Stress by
Worries
What is your action-plan for your worries? How can you manage or mitigate those worries? -Dr. P
Intrusive Thoughts
When you have intrusive trauma thoughts, ask yourself: Why now? Is there a purpose? Is it necessary? What is unresolved for it to be popping
Self-Blame and PTSD/Depression
Recent APA Trauma research has shown that self-blame of sexual assault is significantly correlated with PTSD and depression.
Shame & Dissociation
Recent APA Trauma research has shown that shame can trigger/increase dissociation.
Safe Exposure Treatment
Safe exposure treatment can help with having the trauma thoughts, without it triggering the trauma emotions. -Dr. P
Feeling Grounded & Emotionally Safe
When you feel emotionally unsafe, what can you do to feel more grounded? -Dr. P