Self-criticalness can become so normal that you don’t even realize it’s occurring. Discover how self-criticalness maybe robbing you of a full life.| Richard Nicastro, PhD
Toxic shame isn’t just a painful feeling—it erodes our sense of agency, and often drives impulsive or self-defeating behaviors we struggle to explain.| Richard Nicastro, PhD
Self-sabotaging behaviors are painful and confusing. Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy helps us understand this complex issue and offers a path to healing.| 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
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
Toxic shame impacts a person on many levels. Low self-esteem, depression and anxiety, as well as relationship challenges are likely.| Richard Nicastro, PhD