Trauma Treatment

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"Trauma is so ubiquitous that if you think you have never seen it, you have not looked." - Bessel van der Kolk
Most people will experience trauma in their lifetime, whether it’s a car accident, abuse or neglect, toxic relationships, the death of a loved one, physical assault, exposure to the violence of war, or a natural disaster. Trauma comes in many forms. So much of the anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, body image issues, substance abuse, etc. that we struggle with are related to unresolved thoughts and emotions connected to past experiences. The support and guidance of a therapist is fundamental to healing from trauma. Common symptoms of trauma (PTSD) include: Re-experiencing - Unwanted upsetting memories - Nightmares - Flashbacks - Emotional distress after exposure to traumatic reminders - Physical reactivity after exposure to traumatic reminders Avoidance - Avoinding trauma-related thoughts or feelings - Avoiding trauma-related external reminders Negative Mood and Thoughts - Inability to recall key features of the trauma - Overly negative thoughts and assumptions about oneself or the world - Exaggerated blame of self or others for causing the trauma - Negative affect - Decreased interest in activities - Feeling isolated - Difficulty experiencing positive affect Hyperarousal - Irritability or aggression - Risky or destructive behavior - Hypervigilance - Heightened startle reaction - Difficulty concentrating - Difficulty sleeping If you are experiencing any of these symptoms, there is hope and we can help! Please contact us today to begin your healing journey.
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