Trauma

Healing the Parts That Still Hurt.

Trauma is not just an event that happened to you; it is the imprint that event left on your mind and body. You might feel like you are constantly "on guard," waiting for the other shoe to drop, or conversely, you might feel completely numb and disconnected from your own life. It can feel like the past is hijacking your present, showing up in flashbacks, nightmares, or sudden waves of panic that seem to come out of nowhere. We want you to know that these reactions are not signs of weakness. They are your body’s way of trying to survive, and with the right support, you can signal to your system that the danger is over.

Survival Mode vs. Living.

When you have experienced trauma, your brain often gets stuck in "survival mode." It prioritizes safety above all else, which can make it incredibly hard to trust others, relax, or feel joy. You might find yourself avoiding places, people, or feelings that remind you of what happened. While this avoidance helps in the short term, it shrinks your world in the long term. We help you gently dismantle these defenses, not by tearing them down, but by building enough internal safety that you no longer need them to get through the day.

Healing Through Structure and Connection.

Trauma needs to be processed, but it must be done safely. We don’t believe in "throwing you into the deep end." Instead, we use Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to provide a structured, paced approach to healing. This modality helps you uncouple the memory of the trauma from the overwhelming physical reaction it triggers. By slowly working through the narrative in a safe environment, we help you process the experience so that it becomes just a memory, something that happened in your story, but no longer controls your emotional reality today.

Alongside this structural work, we deeply integrate Attachment-Based Therapy. Trauma often wounds our ability to trust, teaching us that people are dangerous or unreliable. We work to repair that wound by becoming a steady, consistent presence in your life. By experiencing a relationship where your boundaries are respected and your feelings are held with care, you begin to rewrite the blueprint of what connection feels like. We help you move from a place of isolation to a place of secure connection, knowing you don't have to carry the weight of your story alone.

You Are In Control of the Pace.

The most important ingredient in trauma therapy is choice. In the past, your choice may have been taken away from you; in this room, you are in the driver's seat. We will never push you to talk about something you aren't ready for. We operate with a "brake pedal" always within reach. Our goal is to help you feel grounded and safe in the present moment first, ensuring you have the resources to handle the work before we ever look backward. Healing is not a race, and we are committed to walking it at the pace that feels right for you.