Family Secrets

A worksheet for adults who had to carry family secrets as children and beyond.

When you’re asked to carry a family secret, you’re carrying more than just information.

Scripts you can use and customize to your own situation when you're feeling pressured to keep something quiet.

Research shows that keeping family secrets damages children’s mental health, family closeness, and long-term well-being.

This worksheet will guide you through reflection prompts to help you process what has been revealed.

Here are 3 things to remember when you're faced with a family secret.

This guide will help you ask the right questions and find a therapist who can walk with you through the healing process.

One of our favorite books about family secrets.

Whitney answers member questions about the monthly topic.

It is important to know that you can maintain privacy while also sharing your story. There is a fine line between the two.