Heather Proctor explains why trauma-informed care starts with asking “What happened to you?” instead of “What’s wrong with you?” She highlights the principles of safety, trust, collaboration, empowerment, and avoiding re-traumatization.

Growing up with a mentally ill parent often requires children to adapt, stay quiet, and survive emotionally. This personal essay explores trauma, longing, and the slow process of healing.

An unfiltered exploration of generational trauma, showing how pain, secrecy, and survival patterns are passed down quietly through families.