The Mindful Loft Betrayal Trauma and Relational Recovery Centre Ontario

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The Mindful Loft Betrayal Trauma and Relational Recovery Centre Ontario

Compassionate care for healing after infidelity and betrayal, as well as childhood wounds. Your Story Matters.

Your pain is real, and we are here to help you find hope and strength.

02/24/2025

Infidelity often reveals the parts of ourselves or our relationships we've neglected. While painful, it can also be a chance for growth and reinvention—learning to heal, rebuild, and create a deeper connection with ourselves and our partners."

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02/18/2025

Don't forget to slow down and take in the beauties of life while you work on your healing journey.

02/13/2025

Cheating isn’t about a lack of love—it’s about something deeper. 💔 This post explores the real reasons behind infidelity and why it’s often not what we assume. Read more: hashtag hashtag hashtag
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02/05/2025

Check out our latest blog post: How childhood trauma can affect memory and what healing might look like 💭💛 Read more here: https://themindfulloft.com/memory-loss-and-childhood-trauma/

02/04/2025

Childhood trauma often teaches us to hide parts of ourselves just to survive. As adults, this can look like staying hypervigilant, avoiding vulnerability, or shrinking who we are to feel accepted. But healing, especially through therapy, helps us unlearn these survival habits. By building a sense of safety—both inside ourselves and in our relationships—we discover that life doesn’t have to be a battlefield. It becomes a space where we can trust, connect, and show up fully as ourselves, without fear.

01/30/2025

Healing from partner betrayal goes beyond simply overcoming the pain; it involves rediscovering your sense of self and rebuilding trust. This process allows you to create healthier, more fulfilling relationships in the future.

01/24/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome Chelsea to our practice! 🎉 Chelsea supports individuals through challenges like betrayal trauma, childhood wounds, anxiety, and life transitions. Using evidence-based approaches like EFT, Attachment Theory, and IFS, she ensures you feel heard, understood, and safe. With a compassionate and often humorous approach, Chelsea is here to guide you on your healing journey. Welcome, Chelsea! 🌿

01/20/2025

Our childhood experiences often influence how we interact with others as adults. Identifying and healing past wounds can help break unhealthy patterns and build stronger, healthier relationships. 🌱 What childhood patterns have you noticed affecting your current relationships? Let’s talk about it in the comments. 💬

01/16/2025

Betrayal trauma happens when someone you deeply trust betrays that trust, often leading to emotional distress. It can affect your ability to rebuild trust and heal in future relationships. Healing takes time, but it is possible. You don't have to go through this alone. 💙

01/13/2025

PTSD is triggered by a single event, while C-PTSD results from prolonged trauma, like childhood wounds or betrayal. Childhood trauma leads to deep insecurity and trust issues, while betrayal trauma shatters trust and emotional stability. Both affect emotional well-being, but C-PTSD often impacts self-worth and relationships more extensively.

12/17/2024

Don’t forget to care for the caregiver: you. Giving so much to others can leave you drained. Taking time for yourself isn’t selfish—it’s how you stay strong and keep showing up. You deserve the care you give to everyone else.

12/12/2024

Think about the last time you felt angry—was there something underneath, like feeling ignored, rejected, or vulnerable? Understanding what’s behind your anger can help you process it in a healthier way. Instead of pushing it down or lashing out, take a moment to explore what your anger is really trying to tell you. It's not just a reaction—it’s a message from the parts of you that need care and understanding.

12/10/2024

To those who were raised with separated parents, feeling like a guest at either parent's house can leave you with a lingering sense of rootlessness, as though you never truly belonged anywhere. This can carry into adulthood, showing up as difficulty feeling secure in relationships or at home within yourself.

Healing starts with acknowledging the impact of those early experiences. Create spaces—both physical and emotional—where you feel truly at ease. Practice self-compassion, remind yourself that you are worthy of belonging, and take steps to build the security and stability you didn’t feel as a child. It’s possible to create a home within yourself that no circumstance can take away.

11/25/2024

"I don’t need anyone." Often, it’s not about strength but about wounds—those moments of being let down teaching the heart to build walls instead of bridges.

10/21/2024

Exciting News at The Mindful Loft!

We are thrilled to announce the expansion of our practice with the addition of Anjali Aggarwal, a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying). Anjali brings a wealth of experience in providing trauma-informed care, working with individuals navigating anxiety, relationship issues, intimate partner violence, and those seeking personal growth.

Anjali is committed to offering culturally responsive, client-centered therapy, especially for marginalized communities. She believes that a strong, supportive therapeutic relationship is key to fostering self-awareness and creating lasting positive change.

Please join us in welcoming Anjali to The Mindful Loft!
anjali@themindfulloft.com
info@themindfulloft.com

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10/04/2024

Don’t put your life on hold while you wait for healing to be complete. Healing isn’t a destination but a process, and life continues during that process. Embrace joy, growth, and experiences while you heal, because living fully and healing can coexist. Your journey is ongoing, and there’s no need to wait for perfection before allowing yourself to enjoy life.

09/17/2024

Growing up with a parent who alternates between being supportive and unpredictable or distant creates a constant sense of insecurity. This rollercoaster of affection and neglect teaches you that love and stability are unreliable, leading to persistent anxiety and difficulties in forming lasting relationships. As an adult, you may struggle with trusting others and maintaining healthy connections, often grappling with low self-esteem and a fear of rejection. This background can deeply impact how you relate to others and how secure you feel in your own worth.

09/05/2024

Life can be chaotic, especially when you’re juggling multiple roles—parenting, work, and more. Finding time for self-care feels impossible, but it doesn’t have to be.

Here’s a quick tip: Every time you wash your hands, take a moment to pause and check in with yourself. How are you feeling? What do you need? This small act of mindfulness can help you stay grounded, even in the busiest of days.

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250B Greenbank Road, Unit #224
Ottawa, ON
K2G0E9

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http://www.themindfulloft.com/

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