When Family Hurts

I want a different family…

Not every family’s dynamic is peaceful and loving. Some have that aura around them. Some are like the famous Norman Rockwell paintings gathered together on holidays welcoming all.

But many aren’t. And it hurts if you find yourself in one of them. It’s a push-pull relationship – yearning for closeness, but finding it hurts.

There is a strong desire within us all to be connected and to love and be loved by our parents and siblings. It’s natural to want their approval. But often, they can’t give it.

It’s like it’s not in their repertoire of skills. You probably know someone who has a “perfect” family, and so it hurts all the more when yours is so far from it.

We can’t change the ones we love.

We have to accept them despite the strong wish they act differently toward us. The only power we have is to recognize this and set our own boundaries so that we aren’t constantly hurt by their actions.

Let me help you learn how to set your boundaries.

Not only can you learn about thought patterns that do you no good at all in dealing with what your family gives you, but you can also heal from past hurts through EMDR so that memories aren’t so intense and painful.

All the power you have is in your view. Unless they want to change, they won’t. You can find contentment and acceptance when it comes to your family.

Please give me a call today at (210) 626-8783 or fill out the contact form below so that we can work together to make this happen in your life.