Annetta Apol Therapies

02/10/2025

Exciting news!

This introduction weekend into the NARM way of working with trauma is happening in London.

It will be a very hands-on, experiential 2 days.

I'm super excited and can't wait to see you there.

I've reposted the slides from the .

01/10/2025

Ever find yourself reacting way bigger than the situation calls for?

It's often not about this moment.

04/09/2025

27/08/2025

When strategies become obstacles.

19/08/2025

Five signs you are getting triggered in your relationship.

These often stem from early life experiences and can lead to intense, out of proportion reactions in the present.

I'm sure most of us have over-reacted with our partner.

But when this happens often, it's helpful to start noticing what sets it off.

When you start to recognise the signs, it helps you better understand your emotional responses. And it becomes easier to do something about it.



# triggers

13/08/2025

How low self esteem shows up in your relationship.

These are all ways you have been shamed, judged, put down.

And you've started to believe it's true.

But it isn't who you really are.

And it is possible to change this script.

07/08/2025

“I’m not afraid of losing my family anymore when I don’t agree with them.”

That's what Eva said to me recently.

She can now clearly see the old dynamic for what it is - and it doesn’t have a hold over her anymore.

But this wasn't always like this.
All her life she was afraid to speak up to her siblings, for fear that they would push her out.

Instead, she pleased them. She did what they wanted. She ignored her own wishes and needs. Then felt frustrated with herself.

“Yesterday, I told my sister that I didn’t want to do it her way” eva said.

“I surprised myself - and it felt good.”

This change didn’t come overnight for Eva - it was a process. She had some great breakthroughs, some setbacks and more breakthroughs.

But she kept going and now she can set clear boundaries with her siblings, calmly and clearly.

And she noticed the positive impact in other areas of her life too.

What dynamics do you feel stuck in?

05/08/2025

Why do I feel shame just for having needs?

We my feel it's hard to say what we need, especially in relationship.

Asking for what you need is a strength - not a weakness. And will enrich your relationship.

31/07/2025

How long is a piece of string?
Everyone's healing process is unique.

Reflecting on the following points can give you a sense of where you are right now.

🌻Connection

🌻Feeling like your own person

🌻Self-regulation

🌻Taking ownership of your life

🌻Self-awareness

🌻Self-acceptance

🌻Being present

Find out more in my blog post - see link in bio.

27/07/2025

I've had a wonderful and colourful time - no, not like that - with friends in Lancaster. Enjoying the beautiful flowers and butterflies.

24/07/2025

We are not just talking about relationship challenges - we are building emotional resilience in real time.