Welcome to the Healthy Boundaries Quiz – An opportunity to self-reflect As described in my article, “The Complete Guide to Boundaries in Relationships,” healthy boundaries are essential for personal well-being and creating fulfilling relationships. This quiz is designed to help you reflect on your boundary-setting practices, offering insights into navigating your personal space, needs, and…
Welcome to Trauma Demystified, a podcast brought to you by Bright Horizon Therapies. I am Natalie Jovanic, your host on this journey. Before we dive into today’s episode, I want to express my gratitude. Trauma Demystified has grown incredibly this year, and I’m deeply thankful to everyone who tunes in, shares the episodes, and supports…
Have you ever questioned a relationship, wondering if how you were treated was love or something far more harmful? Leaving an abusive relationship can be one of the hardest and most courageous steps we take. This post gives you insights on how to heal from abusive relationships. Abusive relationships often leave deep scars—whether they involve…
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is one of the most powerful ways to heal from trauma and build resilience. I combine EMDR with parts work and somatic therapies in my trauma counselling and coaching for a holistic approach. It helps clients release deeply held pain and integrate their experiences. But here’s the real question:…
Welcome to Trauma Demystified. Today’s episode is about how to heal from childhood abuse as an adult —a topic that is very close to my heart as someone who has experienced it personally. I know there’s still a stigma surrounding this subject, and my hope for this episode is to help you identify the effects…
Complex trauma is a term used increasingly in mental health conversations — and one that deserves a clear, honest explanation. Not a clinical definition that distances you from your own experience. An explanation that helps you make sense of what you are carrying and what healing might actually require. I know this territory from the…
In this blog post, we’ll explore the question of how childhood abuse affects mental health. I’m deeply passionate about this topic, informed by my professional experience and personal journey. Often, it’s challenging to recognize the impact of childhood abuse—especially if we grew up with it and developed coping mechanisms to survive. So, how does childhood…
Welcome to Trauma Demystified, which was brought to you by Bright Horizon Therapies. I am Natalie Jovanic, your host on this journey. In today’s episode, we’ll dive into EMDR: What to expect. EMDR is an evidence-based treatment that has shown remarkable effectiveness in addressing PTSD and trauma. Having worked with EMDR for quite some time,…
As a trauma counsellor and coach providing online trauma counselling in Alberta, I’ve witnessed how accessible, flexible care can transform healing. I work with clients across Alberta—from Calgary to rural areas—as well as internationally. Whether you’re managing chronic health conditions, living in a remote area, or simply prefer the comfort of your own space, online…
Welcome to “Trauma Demystified,” a podcast brought to you by Bright Horizon Therapies. I am Natalie Jovanic, and I will be your host as we explore the world of Polyvagal theory for trauma. Throughout today’s episode, we will delve deep into the complexities of Polyvagal theory, shedding light on its role in our nervous system’s…
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