Healing from Emotional Neglect

Emotional neglect is often invisible—but its impact is profound. It’s not about what was done to you, but what wasn’t. Maybe your caregivers provided food and shelter but didn’t offer emotional support, validation, or presence. Over time, this can lead to feelings of emptiness, self-doubt, and difficulty trusting others.

You might struggle to identify your emotions, fear vulnerability, or feel like your needs don’t matter. Therapy offers a safe space to name and heal from these wounds.

We’ll explore the messages you absorbed—like “don’t be a burden” or “your feelings aren’t important.” You’ll learn to reconnect with your inner world, practice self-validation, and build emotional awareness.

Healing from emotional neglect means learning that your needs are real and your feelings are valid. It means offering yourself the attunement and care you didn’t receive. You’re not asking for too much—you were asked to accept too little.