Addiction is often misunderstood as a personal failing or a lack of willpower. But at its core, addiction is a response to pain—a way of coping with emotional disconnection, trauma, and unmet attachment needs.

At Sacred Ground Psychotherapy, we believe healing is possible, and offer a powerful path toward reconnection and recovery.

Starting therapy is a big step, and it's completely normal to feel a mix of emotions—from excitement to nervousness and maybe a little uncertainty. To help you feel more prepared, here are some essential questions to ask.

Many of us grew up with confusing, and sometimes even damaging, ideas about sex. The truth is, real-life intimacy is much more nuanced. Read more to discover 3 common patterns that tend to show up in sexual relationships and how you and your partner can create a more fulfilling connection.

Seeking answers for coping with your anxious attachment style, or for supporting your partner displaying an anxious attachment style? Read more to take the next step towards understanding and building a stronger foundation for secure relationships.

Ineffective dependency can be damaging for everyone involved, yet the patterns can be subtle and difficult to recognize at first. It can manifest in various relationships—romantic, professional, family, or friendships—making it essential to identify its signs to cultivate healthy relationships.

Emotional regulation isn’t about being calm all the time. Emotional regulation is a skill—and like any skill, it can be learned and strengthened over time! Read more to discover strategies that help respond to big emotions in ways that are healthy and constructive.

So, you’re settled into therapy, maybe you're exploring the intricacies of your relationships with EFT, and then your therapist mentions integrating AI. Before you envision robots taking over the therapy couch, let's unpack why this integration might be a surprisingly good thing.

You've got your therapy sessions, maybe you're diving deep into EFT, and you're making progress. But what about all the time between sessions? How do you keep that momentum going?

So, you've probably heard about AI therapy. It's somewhat like robots that listen to your problems. Sounds interesting, right? But is it helpful? Let's talk about it.

Our brains are wired to perceive key moments in our relationships as crucial for survival, coding them as ‘life or death’ or ‘safety versus danger.’ When our brains register danger, we can become trapped in predictable, negative patterns in relationships. Understanding these patterns is the first step towards building stronger, more fulfilling relationships.

From infancy, the bonds we develop with our parents or primary caregivers create a blueprint for how we engage in romantic, platonic, and professional relationships later in life. These attachment styles form based on the consistency, responsiveness, and emotional availability of our caregivers.

Politics. It's the topic that can ignite passion, spark debate, and, unfortunately, sometimes tear relationships apart. Are political arguments straining your marriage? Learn how Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) can help you resolve conflict, improve communication, and strengthen your relationship.

Imagine a beautiful dance between your emotions, your view of yourself, and the way you interact with others. Maybe the beat of the drums changed but the steps no longer match. The rhythm is off. You are getting stuck, and you want to get back in step.

While anger can have a scary side, it isn’t built into our bodies to hurt others. It’s a powerful emotion fashioned by millions of years of evolution.

We know that trauma is complex and long-lasting, leaving emotional scars that feel impossible to heal. Whether these experiences stem from childhood, relationships, or natural disasters, the impacts can negatively affect mental and physical well-being.

In the quest to combat anxiety, various therapeutic approaches have gained prominence. One such approach that has been praised for its effectiveness is Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT).

EFT stands for Emotionally Focused Therapy, a method of couples therapy developed by Sue Johnson.