April Wazny, LCPC

Many people come into therapy asking some version of the same question, “Why do I keep ending up in relationships that hurt?” Or more quietly, “Why does love feel so hard?” These questions aren’t...

Trauma is often imagined as an event that happens to an individual, a single wound inflicted by circumstance, loss, or abuse. But what happens when trauma does not end with one life? What...

The holiday season is often portrayed as a time of joy, connection, and celebration. But for many individuals and families, especially those carrying the weight of trauma, this time of year can feel...

When I think about vulnerability, I’m struck by how differently I see it now compared to how I once understood it. Vulnerability used to feel like weakness, something to hide or avoid. But now, I see it...

As a therapist, I have the privilege of sitting with people who carry stories that are sometimes too heavy to speak aloud. I listen to heartbreak, shame, and trauma. I witness tears, anger, and dissociation.

Emotional and psychological trauma refers to the deeply distressing or disturbing experiences that overwhelm an individual’s ability to cope, leaving lasting effects on their mental, emotional, and...