Trauma & PTSD Therapy
Trauma can result from one single event or many events over an extended period of time. These events may include accidents, medical emergencies, natural disasters, violent attacks, abusive relationships, bullying, housing/food insecurity, childhood abuse/neglect, racial or cultural discrimination, or religious trauma. In some way, your physical survival and/or emotional safety were in danger and your overwhelmed brain was not able to process and “file away” these experiences as they normally would. The unprocessed memories can then become “trapped” in your nervous system.
If you have experienced any event leading to a trauma response, I first want to say:
I believe you.
No matter how big or small, I believe your experience. I believe the ways you’ve been impacted.
I believe you, fully. Don’t allow yourself, your abuser, or anyone else to downplay or minimize your experience.
I also want you to know, you are not only a victim, but a survivor. You have more courage than you know and I’m so proud of you for seeking help and taking this first step.
How do you know if your experience was traumatic or just a difficult moment?
When the symptoms interfere with your daily ability to function, it is time to seek help.
The trauma you experienced may be affecting you in the following ways:
Avoiding anything that reminds you of the event
Increased reactivity
Hypervigilance
Re-experiencing the fear of the trauma
Self-destructive behavior
Social isolation
Flashbacks
Nightmares and sleep disturbances
Paranoia
Agitation
Emotional detachment
Dissociation
Problems with memory
Difficulty thinking
Survivors of trauma often feel withdrawn and blame themselves for what happened to them. They feel their experiences must have been deserved and have a hard time moving on from them. The beliefs about themselves and their safety in the world that people can develop after these experiences alter the way that they function on a daily basis.
A Gentle, Powerful Approach to Healing Trauma
Whether you have experienced one or many traumas, please know that it can get better. You can find peace and gain healthier perspectives of these experiences.
I offer a specialized approach that combines EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and IFS (Internal Family Systems). These two powerful, evidence-based therapies are designed to help you process trauma safely and create real, lasting change.
Why This Approach Works
Trauma isn’t just something you remember. It’s something your mind and body hold onto. That’s why simply “talking it through” doesn’t always bring the relief you’re looking for.
This approach goes beyond insight. It helps your nervous system and your inner world actually process and release what’s been stuck.
EMDR helps your brain reprocess painful experiences so they no longer feel overwhelming or triggering.
IFS helps you understand and care for the different “parts” of yourself. Especially the ones carrying pain, fear, shame, or protective patterns.
Together, they create a safe, respectful path toward healing, without forcing or rushing your process.
What Therapy Feels Like
In our work together, we don’t push past your limits. Instead, we:
Move at a pace that feels safe and manageable for you
Build a sense of inner stability and control
Gently explore the parts of you that are hurting or stuck
Help those parts release what they’ve been carrying
Many clients find this process surprisingly empowering. Instead of feeling overwhelmed by their past, they begin to feel curious, compassionate, and in control of their inner experience.
You won’t be forced to relive anything before you’re ready. In fact, many clients are surprised by how grounded and in control they feel throughout the process.
The Results You Can Expect
As therapy progresses, clients often notice:
Triggers that used to feel intense begin to fade
A greater sense of calm and emotional balance
Relief from long-standing anxiety, shame, or fear, or emotional reactivity
Healthier relationships with others and with themselves
A deeper sense of confidence and clarity
More self-understanding and self-trust
The ability to respond to life instead of feeling stuck in old patterns
You Don’t Have to Do This Alone
Starting therapy can feel like a big step, especially if you’ve been carrying things on your own for a long time. My role is to walk alongside you, creating a space where you feel safe, understood, and supported every step of the way.
If you’re ready for a therapy experience that goes beyond coping, and helps you truly move forward, I’m here to support you.
Don’t give up now, you’ve come too far. You’ve suffered long enough. I’d love to help you heal and find your inner strength. Please reach out today.