Unnamed trauma often lingers beneath the surface, shaping our behaviors and emotional responses. Our defenses, while meant to protect, can keep the pain alive.| Richard Nicastro, PhD
We all have an inner critic. A critical inner voice that can hamper our satisfaction and joy in life, and at the extreme, make us feel unworthy.| Richard Nicastro, PhD
Self-sabotaging behaviors can prevent you from leading a fulfilling, meaningful life. Understand the unconscious dynamics that lead to self-defeating behaviors.| 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 effects of childhood abuse follow men throughout their lives. Remaining silent about the abuse keeps it alive. Healing requires this silence to be broken.| Richard Nicastro, PhD
A moral injury occurs when we act in ways that violate our own core values. Both the betrayed and unfaithful spouse/partner can suffer from a moral injury.| Richard Nicastro, PhD
Sexualization is a defense against emotional pain and trauma. It momentarily numbs pain but it ultimately keeps traumatic wounds buried and unhealed.| Richard Nicastro, PhD
Affair recovery requires an understanding of what goes into creating a relationship environment where healing is possible. Remorse is central to healing.| Richard Nicastro, PhD
Toxic shame impacts a person on many levels. Low self-esteem, depression and anxiety, as well as relationship challenges are likely.| Richard Nicastro, PhD