Being a therapist is an intricate journey, where the tapestry of emotions unfolds in ways that often defy explanation. We dwell with individuals at their most vulnerable, witnessing the ebb and flow of their struggles and triumphs. The narratives shared in the therapy room cut deeper than those in conventional relationships, revealing intimate details that seldom see the light of day. Yet, within this authenticity, a subtle power differential exists – a nuanced dance between presence and disclosure, all orchestrated to benefit the client. 🎭💖

Unfortunately, what keeps us safe as children, like other trauma responses, can hinder us in adulthood. However, I never really stopped to think about how my trauma may show up in my finances- despite a lifelong battle of internal fighting to give myself permission to spend money on things that were for me. So, this is my list of how my finances are impacted by my trauma.

The women I know are drowning in the overwhelm of to do lists, work, child care, home management and adapting to the ever-changing needs of the pandemic. We are just able to get it together long enough to come up for a breath of air, before the next wave of the unknown hits pulls us back under.