by Amy Helms | Dec 30, 2022 | Blog, Domestic Violence, Family, Recovery, Trauma
There are few tasks as daunting as staying married to a narcissist. But divorcing a narcissist? It can seem nearly impossible! The choice to leave a narcissistic or abusive partner can be a difficult one, but in many cases, the decision to divorce a narcissist is a...
by Amy Helms | Aug 11, 2022 | Blog, Body Image, Eating Disorder, Recovery, Treatment
For many, college can be an exciting time, but for those students who suffer from an eating disorder, this new college experience comes with a lot of personal responsibility. Because for many, college can also be a triggering experience. The increase in schoolwork,...
by Amy Helms | Jun 27, 2022 | Blog, Eating Disorder, Recovery
The Fourth of July may bring thoughts of travel, parties, and outdoor fun in the sun for many, but for those in recovery from an eating disorder, the act of celebrating or vacationing is often a source of stress. But freedom from the eating disorder is possible...
by Amy Helms | Jun 10, 2022 | Blog, Recovery, Trauma
June 27th is National PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder) Awareness Day, which makes it an opportune time to talk about the extensive list of the symptoms of PTSD and how to recognize real signs of distress. When Do Symptoms of PTSD Start to Appear? People can start...
by Amy Helms | May 13, 2022 | Blog, Recovery, Trauma, Treatment
Tragically, on April 30, 2022, Naomi Judd, mother, performer, and country music icon, died of a self-inflicted firearm wound. She suffered from severe mental illness. She died one day before the advent of May 1st – the start of Mental Health Awareness Month, and...
by Amy Helms | Apr 12, 2022 | Blog, Recovery, Trauma
April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month, so for us, this is an opportunity to talk about the prevalence of sexual assault, its prevention, safety measures, and security, and of course, treatment and help. Sexual Assault Awareness and Statistics Shockingly, sexual...