Jean Dorff

Beyond Survival: The Neuroscience of Identity Transformation

Survival adaptations aren't personality traits. They're neurobiological imprints shaped by repeated exposure to threat. In my clinical work with trauma survivors, I've observed a profound moment that often marks the beginning of deeper healing. It's when someone realizes that the perfectionism, emotional

The Silent Intelligence of Trauma Adaptation

I once thought my silence was a weakness. For years, I interpreted emotional withdrawal as avoidance. I saw perfectionism as overcompensation. I treated self-containment as a problem to solve. But sitting with survivors changed everything. It wasn't a single moment, but a quiet realization that unfolded over time.