Understand Why You Feel the Way You Do

Learn how emotional immaturity in your parent shaped your thoughts, feelings, and relationships—so you can stop the self-blame and start healing with clarity and compassion.

Begin to Heal the Wounds Left from Childhood

Get simple, powerful tools to care for the hurt parts of you that still carry old pain—so you can feel more secure, confident, and in control of your emotions.

Create Healthier Relationships That Actually Feel Good

Learn how to set boundaries without guilt, speak up for your needs, and create relationships that feel safe and fulfilling—starting with the one you have with yourself and your inner parts.

This course was created for the version of you who always wondered:

💬 Was it really that bad? 💬 Why do I still feel this way? 💬 Will I ever be free from it? If you’ve spent years second-guessing your emotions, minimizing your pain, or feeling stuck in patterns that don’t serve you—you’re not alone. This course offers a safe, compassionate space to begin untangling those experiences. With guided support, you’ll learn how to better understand what happened, care for the parts of you still carrying the weight, and finally move toward the peace and clarity you deserve.

This course is specifically designed for adults who were raised by emotionally immature parents or caregivers. It breaks down complex concepts into clear, accessible lessons—making a nuanced understanding of relational trauma available to everyone. It integrates principles from proven therapies and cutting-edge research, including:

Attachment-Focused Therapies

Explore how early relationships shape your emotional world, and learn ways to heal patterns rooted in attachment wounds.

Internal Family Systems

Discover the different parts of yourself that hold pain and strength. Through gentle, hands-on practices, you’ll build compassion and balance within yourself.

Polyvagal Theory and Neurobiology

Understand how your body and nervous system respond to stress and trauma. Grounded in cutting-edge neuroscience, this approach helps you make sense of your physical and emotional reactions—and supports you in finding calm and resilience.

What's Included?

Building on these powerful frameworks, this 4-month online intensive offers you: 🌿 Four transformative modules with 17 video-based lessons guided by relational trauma specialist Sara Forcella 📅 One month to complete each module at your own pace, with no strict deadlines 🎥 Four live group coaching calls with Sara—one at the end of each module—to ask questions, deepen your understanding, and receive expert guidance.  (Please note: these calls are for coaching and support, not therapy.) 📝 Thoughtful self-reflection prompts, interactive activities, and practical tools in every lesson to help you apply what you learn 📚 A rich library of exclusive downloadable resources, including worksheets, cheat sheets, grounding exercises, and curated recommended readings 🤝 Access to a private, supportive Thinkific community group where you can connect with others on the same healing path

Meet Your Guide: Sara Forcella

Sara is an educator, licensed clinical social worker, Certified EMDR Therapist™ and  Level II Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with over a decade of experience helping survivors of relational trauma. She also has specialized training in supporting adult children of emotionally immature parents. Having personally navigated the challenges of emotional immaturity, Sara deeply understands the profound impact it can have. She is passionate about helping others heal, sharing the insights and tools she has gained along the way. With a warm, compassionate, and approachable style, she is committed to guiding participants through a transformative journey of self-discovery, healing, and growth.

A Note From Sara:

This is the course I wish every adult raised by emotionally immature parents had access to. I’m truly excited you’re considering it. A few years ago, I came across the term “emotionally immature parents”—and it immediately resonated. Not just with my own experiences, but with the countless stories I’d heard from my clients. I dove deep into understanding this dynamic and felt compelled to share what I had learned. In addition to my individual therapy work, I created both a therapy group and a support group for adult children of emotionally immature parents. Over time, I began hearing from people far beyond my local area, all looking for support and resources. I knew I needed to create something that could reach more people—no matter where they live. That’s when this online course came to life. I’ve poured my heart into this program—blending practical tools, interventions, and psychoeducation that I believe can truly make a difference. It’s designed to meet you where you are, whether you connect most with cognitive strategies, somatic practices, or creative approaches. My hope is that this course offers the insight, support, and healing you’ve been seeking. Taking this step is a powerful act of self-investment, and I’m proud of you for choosing it. With care and support, Sara

Course Curriculum

5 Chapters · 49 Lessons

  1. 1

    Module 1: Understanding Emotional Immaturity in the Family

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      Lesson 1: What is Emotional Immaturity?

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      Tool Box Builder: Drafting Your Dwelling

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      Lesson 2: How Developmental Trauma Shapes a Child’s Brain, Nervous System, and Core Beliefs

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      Reflection Prompt: Uncovering Emotional Wounds from Childhood

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      Lesson 3: Survival Strategies and the Stories We Tell Ourselves

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      Activity: Understanding Family Roles in Emotionally Immature Families

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      Lesson 4: Gaslighting & Manipulation – How Reality Was Twisted

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      Reflection Prompt: Gaslighting, Manipulation, and Cognitive Dissonance

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      Lesson 5: Emotional Engulfment – When Your Parent’s Emotions Take Over

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      Tool Box Builder: Ray of Light Visualization

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      📩 The Emotional Immaturity Wheel

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      📩Core Principles for Communicating With EIPs Handout

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    Module 2: The Relationship with Self – Reconnecting & Healing

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      Reflection Prompt: Getting to Know Your Protector Parts

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      Lesson 2: Overdeveloped & Underdeveloped Skills from Childhood Survival

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      Activity: Mapping My Over and Underdeveloped Skills

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      Lesson 3: Emotional Regulation & Rebuilding Self-Trust

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      Tool Box Builder: NOEL Method for Emotion Regulation

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      Lesson 4: The Nature of Trauma Memories and Why Healing Can Feel So Confusing

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      Tool Box Builder: Grounding & Orienting

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      📩Feelings Wheel for ACEIPs Handout

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      📩 NOEL for Emotion Regulation Handout

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      📩Parts Mapping for ACEIPs Handout

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      📩Emotionally Immature Parenting: Types, Impact & Attachment Handout

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    Module 3: The Relationship with the Parent – Boundaries & Emotional Freedom

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      Lesson 1: Understanding Your Parent’s Limitations Without Excusing Them

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      Reflection: Reflective Letter to a Parent

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      Lesson 2: Communicating With Emotionally Immature Parents–What Works and What Doesn’t

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      Tool Box Builder: Containment

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      Lesson 3: Setting and Enforcing Boundaries With Confidence

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      Activity: Mapping My Relationship Boundaries

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      Lesson 4: The Complicated Role of the Enabler

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      Activity: Untangling the Enabler

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      📩 Boundary Types Handout

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      📩Using SHIELDS to Communicate Handout

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      📩Cheat Sheet for Interacting With EIPs Handout

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      📩Continuum of Contact with Emotionally Immature Parents

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    Module 4: Reclaiming Your Life & Moving Forward

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      Lesson 1: Rebuilding Self Trust & Emotional Safety

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      Activity: Coming Home to Self A Guided IFS Meditation

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      Lesson 2: Healing the Nervous System & Redefining Relationships

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      Tool Box Builder: Pendulation

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      Lesson 3: Clarifying Your Core Values & Authentic Identity

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      Activity: Values Clarification

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      Lesson 4: Moving Forward: Living in Alignment with Your True Self

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      Tool Box Builder: Inner Wisdom Keepers

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      Closing Message from Sara

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      📩 Polyvagal Theory Handout

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      📩Cheat Sheet: How to Regulate Your Nervous System Handout

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      📩 Choice Point Handout

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    References & Recommended Resources

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      Bibliography

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      Recommended Readings and Podcasts

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