First posted to: https://surehopecounseling.com/worth-the-wait/ SureHope Counseling & Training Center wants to wish you a very Merry Christmas! We hope this is a wonderful time with friends and family, and a time of reflection that leads to a heart and mind…
Surviving Childhood Sexual Abuse by a Member of Your Family of Origin
First posted to: https://surehopecounseling.com/surviving-childhood-sexual-abuse-by-a-member-of-your-family-of-origin/ Childhood sexual abuse (CSA) is devastating in any context, but when the person who harmed you is a member of your own family, the impact can be uniquely complicated, causing the child to question all they…
Preventing the Wound of Emotional Neglect
First posted to: https://surehopecounseling.com/preventing-the-wound-of-emotional-neglect/ Parenting can be very rewarding but let’s be honest – it’s rarely easy. Most parents really love their children and desire to do the best they can in raising them. Even those who are blessed with…
Grieving the Parents We Needed
First posted to: https://surehopecounseling.com/grieving-the-parents-we-needed/ Many people have heard of the concept of “filling your cup,” whether this refers to self-care, relationships, finding joy, etc. “My cup is full” is something people often say when they feel that all of their…
Healing from the Achievement-Focused Parent: Finding Your Worth Beyond Performance
First posted to: https://surehopecounseling.com/healing-from-the-achievement-focused-parent-finding-your-worth-beyond-performance/ Growing up with a parent who measured love and approval through achievement can leave deep, invisible marks. Whether it was grades, sports, appearance, or career milestones, the message was often subtle but clear: You are valued…