Bradi Bergesen Counseling

Have you ever wondered why certain parts of you react so strongly in certain situations, or why some parts feel stuck in pain or fear? Healing often involves getting to know these parts of yourself—the ones that carry emotions, beliefs, or behaviors shaped by your experiences.

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Here are some ways this may show up for you:

• You have a history of trauma and notice a part of yourself that feels stuck in the past, carrying the weight of painful memories. Maybe it shows up as a sense of dread or avoidance when something reminds you of those experiences. Gently exploring this part, understanding its pain, may create a sense of safety and calm that begins the healing process.

• You struggle with anxiety and notice a part of you that constantly worries—playing out worst-case scenarios or keeping you on edge to avoid mistakes. It feels exhausting and overwhelming. By working with this part, you can understand its efforts to protect you and learn what is needed to create space for greater ease and peace.

• You suffer from depression with a part of you carrying a heavy weight of sadness, emptiness, or hopelessness that is hard to let go of, which makes it difficult to find joy or energy for things you care about. Connecting with this part with compassion and curiosity rather than judgment may lead to learning it is trying to protect you from further pain or disappointment or is holding onto burdens from past experiences.

• You react strongly in your relationship during conflicts, feeling defensive, hurt or even withdrawing. It might feel like you keep having the same argument over and over again. Getting to know your parts that are reacting can help you understand what you need in the relationship and find new ways to communicate with your partner to deepen your connection.

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By building a compassionate relationship with these parts, it’s possible to create a sense of inner balance and resilience. Through this process of understanding and healing your parts, you can foster lasting change and discover a greater sense of peace and self-connection.