Childhood Emotional Neglect Therapy

by Tori Hamilton, RN Psychotherapist, IBCLC, PMH-C | Nov 18, 2025 | Mental Health

What is Childhood Emotional Neglect? Childhood emotional neglect (CEN) happens when a child’s emotional needs are consistently overlooked, ignored, or unfulfilled by their caregivers. Unlike physical abuse, which leaves visible scars, emotional neglect is often...

Polyvagal Theory: How Your Nervous System Works

by Tori Hamilton, RN Psychotherapist, IBCLC, PMH-C | Nov 3, 2025 | Mental Health

Have you ever noticed that sometimes your body seems to react before your mind even has a chance to catch up? Maybe you feel anxious for no reason, suddenly “shut down,” or experience waves of anger or panic that feel bigger than the situation. You’re not alone—and...

Internal Family Systems Therapy in Kincardine

by Tori Hamilton, RN Psychotherapist, IBCLC, PMH-C | May 31, 2025 | Mental Health

Internal Family Systems is a research-backed, evidence-based therapy modality that centers around the healing work that can be done within. If interested, you can read through our recent article explaining How IFS Therapy Works & How it Helps. In this article, we...

How Does IFS Work? Understanding Who We Are

by Tori Hamilton, RN Psychotherapist, IBCLC, PMH-C | May 19, 2025 | Mental Health

Have you wondered what IFS is and how IFS works? In this article, we will go deeper into Internal Family Systems therapy, understanding what it is and how it can help anyone struggling to understand themselves. IFS is a neurodevelopmental program, meaning that...

“How Do I Ask My Mom For Therapy?”: A Guide For Teens

by Tori Hamilton, RN Psychotherapist, IBCLC, PMH-C | Jan 28, 2025 | Mental Health

If you’ve been thinking about asking your mom for therapy, we feel you. It’s a big step—and it’s completely okay to feel nervous. Therapy can be an excellent way to work through your thoughts and feelings, but starting the conversation with your parent might feel...

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