Repaving the Old Road Toward a New Path of Recovery

Our mission is to offer you empathetic insight into the fundamentals of trauma alongside phase-based tools designed to facilitate the healing and integration of trauma and attachment dysregulation. Learn how Gina, a Certified Peer Counselor and Trauma Integration Practitioner (CTIP), can guide you through a transformative path.

Understanding the Cycle

As individuals who have emerged from challenging family backgrounds marked by problems like parental addiction, abuse, or neglect, it's not uncommon for us to unintentionally carry forward these painful patterns into our own relationships and families as adults. Moreover, even if we haven't experienced dysfunction in our upbringing, certain traumatic events, whether it's peer-related trauma, an accident grief, or loss, or even if it's seemingly minor at the time but etched in our memories, can leave lasting imprints. In essence, we all bear some form of trauma, and it's a cycle where we unknowingly replicate dynamics reminiscent of our own struggles.

Breaking Free and Finding Healing

To liberate ourselves from this cycle and embark on a journey of healing as adults, it's crucial to start by acknowledging whether our upbringing was marked by a constant sense of conflict or if a particularly significant event gave rise to unhealthy patterns. When we come to accept these dysfunctional behaviors as the norm in our adult lives, we inadvertently reenact the trauma. If we've been exposed to toxic individuals, the potential of perpetuating this harm throughout our lives and passing it on to our own children becomes a significant concern.

My Personal Catalyst for Change

In my past, I confronted the complexities of discerning acceptable behavior within both my personal and professional relationships, all while earnestly seeking an escape from dysfunction.

During this time, I wrestled with a pivotal question: "Am I prepared to confront myself so I can change, even if it means confronting painful experiences? Can I summon the courage to release the past by acknowledging it, allowing me to forge ahead and realize the life I've longed for?"

This question served as the driving force behind my personal journey toward healing and recovery from unhealthy patterns.

What serves as your motivator for change?

The Transformative Path

My transformative path guided me to draw in a loving, supportive husband with a strong sense of masculinity. It also empowered me to construct a resilient support network and shift my mindset from victimhood to a life filled with abundance and fulfillment. Through the therapeutic process, self-reflection, and the nurturing presence of healthy, functional individuals who sincerely desired my well-being, I uncovered the key to breaking free from the cycle of dysfunction that once ensnared me. In this way, I halted the transmission of codependency and toxic attachments, paving the way for a brighter, healthier future.

Certification as a CTIP

I proudly hold the certification of a Certified Trauma Informed Practitioner (CTIP) from the esteemed Attachment and Trauma Treatment Centre for Healing (ATTCH), founded by the visionary Lori Gill.

My Journey to Trauma-Informed Practice

My path to becoming trauma-informed began many years ago, fueled by a deep desire for personal growth and enlightenment. Through rigorous self-reflection and continuous self-education, I cultivated a profound understanding of how delving into one's own trauma can lead to profound healing. Over time, I've had the privilege of assisting numerous clients on their journeys of self-discovery and recovery.

Empowered to Make a Difference by Vision of Transformation

I became an Trauma Intergration Practitioner because I had a goal and a vision of fostering trauma-informed communities, where everyone has access to tailored trauma-specific and trauma-specialized therapy. This certification equips me with the expertise to provide trauma-informed care that can genuinely transform the lives of those I serve. My approach is grounded in creating a safe and nurturing environment where individuals can embark on their path toward healing, recovery, and resilience. I firmly believe that by addressing individual traumas, we contribute to a broader societal transformation, one that nurtures greater empathy and understanding among all.

 I look forward to supporting you on your journey of recovery and self-discovery. 

Reconstructing neural pathways or revising ingrained brain programming entails the intricate process of adjusting established neural routes and thought patterns.

This transformation becomes all the more effective when approached with a trauma-informed perspective, as it involves acknowledging our past traumas.

By recognizing and addressing our trauma, we can create new, healthier, and more productive behaviors and belief systems that lead to a more profound and sustainable healing process.

Prioritizing Healing

It's essential to emphasize that even if your desired outcome doesn't involve having children or a family, prioritizing healing for yourself remains crucial to achieving the outcomes in life that you genuinely desire.

Attaining positive outcomes becomes challenging when we find ourselves trapped in detrimental thought patterns while spending time with individuals who manifest toxic behaviors such as gossiping, backbiting, gaslighting, victim mentality, vindictiveness, indignation, or any other self-serving agendas rooted in ego preservation.

If you're in the company of those who engage in any of these behaviors, it's probable that you've unwittingly adopted similar habits and could greatly benefit from a shift in mindset.