Blog | The Inner Life of the Highly Sensitive Person

The Hidden Costs of Not Healing From Gaslighting

Gaslighting doesn’t just confuse you in the moment—it has ripple effects that reach every part of your life. Many women stay stuck, thinking it will fade on its own. The truth is: the longer it goes unhealed, the higher the cost.

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10 Signs You Might Be Experiencing Gaslighting

Gaslighting is one of the most confusing—and damaging—forms of emotional abuse. It’s designed to make you question your memory, your feelings, and even your sanity. The truth is: if you’ve been made to believe you’re “too sensitive,” “imagining things,” or “overreacting,” you may be experiencing gaslighting.

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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.