Time to switch roles with our parts

When We’re Frustrated with the Parts That Protect UsA Compassionate Look at Our Inner System Have you ever felt annoyed or ashamed of your own behaviors—especially the ones that seem to pop up in stressful or emotional moments? Maybe you lash out, shut down, numb out, or over-perform. And afterward, you might think: “Why did […]

Boundaries are like bumpers

Boundaries Are Our Relationship BumpersA Simple, Kind, and Powerful Way to Think About Connection “Boundaries are our relationship bumpers.”– Max Dahmen, LCSW, Clinic Founder There’s a lot of talk these days about boundaries—what they are, why they matter, and how to set them. And yet, in our experience at the clinic, we find that many […]

Capable of Survival

Capable of Survival: Remembering the Strength in Your Blood There are days when life feels too heavy—when grief lingers, when anxiety clouds your thoughts, or when your body carries more than it knows how to express. On those days, it helps to remember:You are here because someone before you survived.And someone before them.And someone before […]