If you’re reading this because something happened to you, we want to start with the most important thing: what happened was not your fault. Not because of what you were wearing, where you were, what you had to drink, who you were with, or anything else. The responsibility for an assault always belongs to the … Read more
June has arrived, and with it comes a vibrant, global wave of color, community, and celebration. Across the country and around the world, streets are filling with parades, festivals, and flags raised high in honor of Pride Month. At Thrive Therapy, Pride is deeply meaningful to us. We believe that true wellness cannot exist without … Read more
If you have survived a traumatic event or walked through a season of profound loss, you already know that trauma changes the landscape of your life. It alters how you view the world, how you interact with others, and how you view yourself. But one of the heaviest, most agonizing burdens survivors carry is one … Read more
In the modern conversation surrounding mental health, the word “trauma” is used more frequently than ever before. We talk about trauma-informed care, traumatic events, and generational trauma. While this increased awareness is a beautiful step toward destigmatizing mental health, it has also led to a common, widespread misconception: the belief that experiencing trauma and having … Read more
Understanding the Internal Blueprint of Trauma and the Path to Growth In the aftermath of trauma, many survivors expect to grapple with fear, hypervigilance, and flashbacks. These are the “loud” symptoms of PTSD. However, there is a quieter, more corrosive companion that often lingers long after the danger has passed: Shame. At Thrive Therapy, Inc., … Read more
In the digital age, mental health awareness has exploded. Scrolling through social media, you are likely to encounter dozens of short-form videos explaining symptoms of ADHD, anxiety, or complex PTSD. For many, these videos provide a long-overdue sense of validation—a “name” for the invisible weight they’ve been carrying. However, there is a significant difference between … Read more
Whether you are a student, a parent, or a survivor, navigating the aftermath of sexual assault is an immense weight to carry. When that assault happens on a college campus, the path to justice often leads through the Title IX Office. At Thrive Therapy, we specialize in helping individuals process complex trauma. We see firsthand … Read more
When you are moving through the fog of loss, the idea of “shopping” for a therapist can feel overwhelming. Grief isn’t a single emotion; it is a physical, mental, and spiritual overhaul of your world. Because of this complexity, the “standard” therapy approach—where a generalist might simply listen to you talk—often isn’t enough. You need … Read more
If you’re reading this, there’s a good chance that sexual assault has changed the way you experience intimacy. Maybe sex feels unsafe now, even with someone you love and trust. Maybe your body tenses up at certain touches. Or, maybe you avoid intimacy altogether because it’s easier than facing the anxiety, the flashbacks, or the … Read more
If you’ve experienced trauma — especially trauma that happened repeatedly over time — you might have come across the term “Complex PTSD” or “C-PTSD” in your search for answers. Maybe you’ve read the symptoms and thought, “This describes me better than regular PTSD does.” And you’re not alone in that feeling. Let’s talk about what … Read more