There are very observable patterns in the estrangement standoff between adult children and estranged parents that are reflected and reinforced in the cultural narrative.

“Journal writing is a voyage to the interior.” — Christina Baldwin Rooted Wellbeing- A monthly series exploring everyday wellbeing practices for healing and growth, simple, inclusive, and accessible ways to support ourselves through the challenges of estrangement. Gentle invitations to pause, reconnect with yourself, and grow small roots of steadiness and care.

An exploration of the ripple effects of estrangement and how disenfranchised grief compounds and impacts the experience

Anger is a vital and informative emotion, especially in healing, but it is often weaponized against the estranged and the estranged community

An exploration of "mother hunger" and disenfranchised grief

This month, the advice columnist answers a question about walking away, unexpected losses, and making space for sorrow and for healing.

November is Family Estrangement Awareness Month. The right conversation needs the right place to start.

EMDR is a psychotherapy treatment designed to alleviate emotional distress from traumatic memories.

"How dare you keep MY grandchild from me!" An exploration of how the entitlement of estranged parents extends to our children.

“Don’t Make Me Get My Flying Monkeys”   My mom always loved the Wizard of Oz. It was one of her favorite movies from her childhood. She...

Article two of the July Educational Series dives into the often misunderstood role of conflict in family dynamics.

Practicing self-compassion can help you take better care of yourself as you heal from childhood trauma.

Nature has mental and physical health benefits and can be a useful tool when navigating PTSD, anxiety, depression, and other conditions. 

In June, the educational series explores the topic of forgiveness.

In June, the educational series explores the topic of forgiveness.

In May, the educational series will focus on healing our inner child.

How do we design a trauma-informed space that nurtures our well-being and emotional health?

In May, the educational series will focus on healing our inner child.

In May, the educational series will focus on healing our inner child.

Cognitive Processing Therapy is a type of cognitive behavioral therapy that helps you learn how to recognize, modify, and challenge unhelpfu