How to Reclaim Your Life
Beyond an Abuser’s Shadow
Our culture is increasingly saturated with narratives of trauma, from news headlines to social media feeds. While it's essential to acknowledge the pervasive nature of these experiences, it's equally important to avoid perpetuating a sense of hopelessness or victimhood. To truly understand the complexities of healing, we must look beyond the surface-level narratives.
Recent events, such as the case of a licensed professional counselor who betrayed the trust of a young client, underscore the vulnerabilities within the mental health system. Such breaches of trust are not isolated incidents. Emotional abuse and manipulation can also occur within the therapeutic relationship, often in more subtle ways. When therapists fail to recognize these dynamics, they inadvertently contribute to the victim's suffering.
Therapy should be a sanctuary, a place of healing and growth. Mental health professionals must be vigilant in upholding ethical standards and challeng…
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