I know from my therapy journey the courage it takes to make that first call and the relief that comes when partnering with someone who genuinely listens and cares. Feelings from both today’s experiences and early childhood trauma, when left unaddressed, do not evaporate. Instead, they live in the body and can cause painful chaos. As an ISTDP-oriented therapist, my clients and I join forces to explore defenses that block feelings so those buried emotions are felt, understood, and finally, released. This offers clients the freedom to choose their narrative, rather than living their lives controlled by their unconscious.