Therapy for Trauma.

Trauma occurs when a person experiences a threat to self causing high levels of stress and fear. Working with a therapist can help you to manage your distress and find ways to move forward in your life.

What Is Trauma?

Trauma is the body’s response to deeply distressing stimuli that overwhelm an individual’s ability to cope. A distressing stimulus can include things like natural disasters and abuse. However, trauma can result from any experience that an individual finds physically and emotionally overwhelming. Trauma can manifest as a variety of symptoms. It can look like feelings of helplessness, numbness, and shock as well as difficulty processing emotions. Trauma can also be expressed physically as fatigue, hyperarousal, and trouble sleeping. There are many different kinds of trauma. Trauma can occur on an interpersonal, institutional, systemic, or intergenerational level. Trauma can also be experienced vicariously, even when the individual has not been directly impacted by the distressing stimulus.

Symptoms of Trauma

  • Excessive Worrying

  • Difficulties Sleeping and Restlessness

  • Exhaustion and Fatigues

  • Concentration Issues

  • Irritability and Tension

  • Increased Heart-Rate and Palpitation

  • Sweating and Hot Flashes

  • Trembling and Shaking

  • Chest Pains and Shortness of Breath

  • Feelings of Terror or Impending Doom

Causes of Trauma

  • Physical Violence: This can include assault, domestic abuse, or being the victim of a violent crime.

  • Emotional Abuse: Persistent criticism, humiliation, or dismissal can cause emotional trauma.

  • Neglect: Being consistently ignored or unsupported, particularly during childhood, can lead to trauma.

  • Major Life Events: Situations like sudden loss, major accidents, or natural disasters can result in trauma.

Therapies for Trauma

  • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps you understand and change thought patterns that lead to symptoms of trauma.

  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): Uses eye movements to help the brain process traumatic memories.

  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT): Designed specifically for individuals with PTSD and other trauma-related symptoms.

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Our Process

  • Step 1 - Tell Us About Yourself:

    Create an online profile and fill out a brief assessment to let us know what your needs, goals and preferences are.

  • Step 2 - Meet Your Match:

    Within 24-72 hours, our care team will find a practitioner that is right for you. Hop on a free 15 minutes consultation call to assess your fit.

  • Step 3 - Continue Your Path:

    Book your first therapy session and begin your journey to achieve your mental health & wellness goals.

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