Tag: awareness
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When Victimhood Becomes an Identity
By Stacy Hixon, MA, LPC-S, CCTP, FRTP We have all been victims of something. Most people have endured trauma, painful relationships, betrayal, loss, disappointment, or deeply difficult life experiences. Pain is part of the human experience. Being hurt by someone or something can shape us, but it does not have to become the entire definition…
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What Trauma Actually Does to the Brain and Body
By: Stacy Hixon, MA, LPC-S, CCTP, FRTP Trauma is not simply a bad memory. It is not weakness, overreacting, attention seeking, or an inability to “move on.” Trauma is an experience that overwhelms the brain and body’s ability to cope, process, and return to a felt sense of safety. When someone experiences trauma, especially repeated…
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This is how we do it – Therapeutic Process at LifeWise
By: Stacy Hixon, MA, LPC-S, CCTP, FRTP When you see a therapist, you are working with a professional who has a specific style, clinical background, and approach to treatment. A therapist’s education, training, professional experience, and lived experience can all influence the way they show up in the therapy room. Therapeutic approaches may also evolve…
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Supporting First Responders’ Mental Health: Breaking the Stigma
By: Stacy Hixon, MA, LPC-S, CCTP, FRTP The first responder community is often overlooked when it comes to mental health, and many first responders are also among the last to ask for help. Although the conversation around mental health is slowly changing, we still have a long way to go, especially in Texas. First responder…
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Understanding Metacognition: Enhance Your Thinking Skills
By Stacy Hixon, MA, LPC-S, CCTP, FRTP Metacognition is the practice of increasing awareness of how our thoughts influence our emotions, behaviors, and patterns. In simple terms, it means thinking about how we think. Often, we move through our thoughts automatically. We may react to our emotions, treat feelings as facts, or make assumptions without…
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Understanding Moral Injury: Causes and Impact
By Stacy Hixon, MA, LPC-S, CCTP What Is Moral Injury and Why Does It Matter? A closer look at the guilt, shame, and inner conflict that can happen when life, work, or circumstances clash with your core values. Moral injury is psychological distress that occurs when a person does, witnesses, or feels unable to prevent…
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The Ripple Effect
By Stacy Hixon, MA, LPC-S, CCTP When you throw a pebble into a pond, the water does not simply move where the pebble lands. Ripples spread outward in widening circles, touching everything around them. Our choices work the same way. Every decision, every word, and every action sends ripples into the lives of other people.…
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