Dr. La’Tesha Sampson
Ph.D, DSW, MPA, LCSW, ACSW
Dr. La’Tesha Sampson is a licensed psychotherapist, professor, author, serial entrepreneur, media personality and visionary leader with over 27 years experience, committed to advancing healing, equity, and personal and community transformation. She serves as Program Director for the Master of Public Administration and Master of Social Work programs at Seton Hall University. Dr. Sampson is also the Founder and President of both Great Joy Counseling and Consulting Services, a multi-state mental health practice providing trauma-informed care to individuals, families, and communities and Great Joy Community Development Corporation, a 501c3 organization providing evidence based practice services to various populations.
My Mom Is My Biggest Hater: Unmasking Maternal Trauma, Ambiguous Loss, and the Hidden Wounds of Mother-Daughter Relationships
For generations, society has reinforced the belief that mothers are inherently nurturing, leaving little room for clinicians and clients to openly explore the devastating impact of maternal emotional abuse, chronic rejection, competition, and intergenerational trauma.
This innovative workshop challenges conventional narratives by examining the complex dynamics of toxic mother-daughter relationships through the lenses of attachment theory, family systems, trauma psychology, and cultural expectations. Participants will explore how maternal wounds can manifest as anxiety, perfectionism, people-pleasing, imposter syndrome, relational instability, grief, and complex trauma across the lifespan.
Drawing from my book, My Mom Is My Biggest Hater: Dissecting and Dismantling Toxic Mother-Daughter Relationships, this session introduces a cutting-edge framework for identifying maternal attachment injuries, assessing ambiguous loss, and helping clients navigate healing while balancing family loyalty, cultural norms, and personal boundaries.