7 Red Flags: Are You Dating a Narcissist?
Michelle Lovie Michelle Lovie

7 Red Flags: Are You Dating a Narcissist?

Wondering if you’re dating a narcissist? Learn the 7 early red flags—like love bombing, gaslighting, and blame shifting—that often escalate in relationships. Plus, what to do if you notice these signs and how therapy can help with narcissistic abuse recovery.

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Why Do I Over-Apologize—and How Can I Fix It?
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Why Do I Over-Apologize—and How Can I Fix It?

Over-apologizing is more than just a habit—it’s often a survival strategy rooted in trauma, people-pleasing, or anxiety. Many learn to say “sorry” constantly to avoid conflict, rejection, or punishment, but over time it can shrink your self-worth and weaken genuine apologies. In this blog, therapist Michelle Nosrati, LCSW explores why we over-apologize, how it impacts relationships and self-esteem, and practical tools to shift the pattern. From replacing apologies with gratitude (“Thank you for waiting”) to therapies like EMDR that reprocess the root causes, healing is possible. Learn how to stop over-apologizing and reclaim your voice.

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Can EMDR Help Me Stop Getting Angry at My Kids?
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Can EMDR Help Me Stop Getting Angry at My Kids?

Learn how EMDR therapy can help parents reduce anger, manage emotional reactivity, and expand their window of tolerance. This trauma-informed approach supports healing past wounds, regulating the nervous system, and shifting negative beliefs like “I’m a bad parent.” EMDR helps break generational patterns so parents can respond with more patience, presence, and self-compassion.

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Can EMDR Help with ADHD?
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Can EMDR Help with ADHD?

Explore how EMDR therapy can support adults with ADHD by addressing underlying trauma, nervous system dysregulation, and negative self-beliefs. Learn how EMDR helps improve emotional regulation, reduce overwhelm, and shift internalized messages like “I’m lazy” or “something’s wrong with me.” This trauma-informed approach goes beyond symptom management to support lasting healing for ADHD and trauma.

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When Celebrities Talk About EMDR—Why It Matters More Than You Think
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When Celebrities Talk About EMDR—Why It Matters More Than You Think

Celebrities like Prince Harry, Sandra Bullock, Demi Lovato, and Jameela Jamil have publicly shared how EMDR therapy helped them heal from trauma, anxiety, and emotional reactivity. This blog explores what they gained—like emotional regulation, insight, and nervous system relief—and why their stories help destigmatize therapy. Learn how EMDR can support anyone, not just public figures, in breaking free from old patterns and finding long-term healing.

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We Heal in Connection: Why Community Matters After Complex Trauma
Michelle Lovie Michelle Lovie

We Heal in Connection: Why Community Matters After Complex Trauma

Healing from complex trauma requires more than individual therapy—it requires community. This blog explores how EMDR therapy, boundary setting, and support groups like ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics and Dysfunctional Families) work together to help trauma survivors rebuild trust, emotional safety, and connection. Learn how combining EMDR with peer support can deepen healing from childhood emotional neglect, relational trauma, and narcissistic abuse.

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How Do I Handle Being Around a Narcissist?
Michelle Lovie Michelle Lovie

How Do I Handle Being Around a Narcissist?

Struggling with how to handle being around a narcissist? Learn trauma-informed strategies to protect your peace, set boundaries, and stop blaming yourself. This guide explains why you can’t change them—and why it’s not your fault. Discover practical tools for navigating toxic relationships and healing from narcissistic abuse.

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