Childhood abuse is innately shaming. The traumatized person struggles with internalized shame and deep-seated loneliness that has resulted from the abuse.| Richard Nicastro, PhD
Shame has a lasting and dramatic affect on people. Georgetown Texas psychologist Richard Nicastro explores how shame feels & how it negatively impacts us.| Richard Nicastro, PhD
We all have an inner critic yet this important part of us is often misunderstood. Examining the different intentions of your self-critic is essential.| Richard Nicastro, PhD
Unresolved childhood trauma has a devastating and lasting impact on the lives of survivors. The role of toxic shame is explored in men who have suffered abuse.| Richard Nicastro, PhD
The betrayal trauma caused by infidelity can be overwhelming. Understanding the emotional and relational impact helps to facilitate the affair recovery process.| Richard Nicastro, PhD
Toxic shame and its enduring impact often stem from childhood trauma, making it crucial to understand how it manifests in adulthood for effective healing.| Richard Nicastro, PhD
Childhood trauma causes emotional wounds that follow us into adulthood. Central to these emotional injuries are the legacy of shame and feelings of inadequacy.| Richard Nicastro, PhD
Central to recovering from betrayal trauma is understanding the role of anger in the post-affair recovery process. This helps couples manage anger effectively.| Richard Nicastro, PhD