Blog | The Inner Life of the Highly Sensitive Person

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The Strengths of Being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP)

If you’ve ever been told you’re “too sensitive,” it might have felt like criticism. But sensitivity is not a flaw—it’s a trait, and it comes with powerful gifts. In fact, being a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) means your nervous system is wired to notice, feel, and process the world more deeply than most people.

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Christina Sheehan, MS, LPC

As a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) myself (she/her pronouns), I know the struggle it can be to accept yourself and your unique abilities and needs. My dream is a world where all HSPs can feel their value and have the freedom to share their gifts in the world. Now, maybe more then ever, highly sensitive people and empaths are very needed to help care for this world. Through my private practice in Portland, Oregon I currently contribute by working with highly sensitive individuals on the issues that affect HSPs more deeply then others. This includes, covert narcissistic relationships, midlife transitions/crisis!, and learning about & accepting yourself.