Healing Reflections Therapy: Diversity, Trauma and Wellness Services

01/28/2026

01/28/2026

There is an ongoing need to address political grief and the impact it has on each of us. We hope that the insight in this article helps.
If you are in need of therapeutic services, feel free to reach out: https://www.hopehealreflect.com/contact-us.html
Read the full article here: https://www.hopehealreflect.com/mental-health-articles/when-political-grief-hits-hard

01/27/2026

01/27/2026

Trauma therapy often focuses on the most vulnerable people being taken advantage of, or people being exploited during vulnerable moments in their lives. People that use power structures to gain power and authority to abuse others and act immorally should not be overlooked, nor their actions minimized. Witnessing abuse of power can be triggering for trauma survivors who recognize the familiarity of injuries incurred, denied, minimized, victim-blamed, and retaliation, and lack of justice or remuneration.

01/27/2026

01/25/2026

Reposting this today as new events spark the same feelings and calls for new reminders about how to manage our grief. You are not alone. Your distress is 100% justified. Rest today. Grieve today.

For many folks across the US, the globe, and in marginalized communities this was a hard d ay. At Healing Reflections Therapy, w e see you. Your pain is valid. Sadness, anger, betrayal, shock, and...

01/25/2026

What we’re witnessing globally, panic, polarization, chronic fear, is a nervous system event. Communities collapse into survival states just like individuals do. Hyperarousal becomes hostility. Shutdown becomes apathy. Safety becomes political.

Trauma isn’t just personal. It’s collective physiology responding to collective threat. When the world is dysregulated, therapists feel it too.

01/24/2026

As humans, we need a break when we become emotionally distressed in a tough conversation in order to productively communicate. Here are some statements you can use to indicate that you need a break.

If you struggle with boundaries in your life or in your relationships, we have wonderful therapists who may be able to help you with individual, couple, or family therapy. Reach out at: https://www.hopehealreflect.com/contact-us.html

01/18/2026

A common theme that comes up in therapy is people holding the belief that rest is a bad thing and that they are somehow bad if they allow themselves to rest. Relaxation is often seen as a luxury rather than a necessity. Many people equate being busy with being productive, often neglecting the essential need to rest.

If you are looking for a therapist, reach out: https://www.hopehealreflect.com/contact-us.html

Read the full article here: https://www.hopehealreflect.com/mental-health-articles/giving-yourself-permission-to-rest

01/16/2026

On sorrowful days, many parents and caregivers are searching for ways to support their children as they hear about violence and traumatic events in the news. We’ve gathered trusted guidance and reputable resources to help you have age-appropriate, supportive conversations that can reduce fear and build a sense of safety. Visit our website to read Talking With Children About Violence in the News: Guidance for Parents and Caregivers and find tools to support your family during difficult times: https://namimn.org/talking-with-children-about-violence-in-the-news-guidance-for-parents-and-caregivers/

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01/15/2026

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