Trauma Treatment

What is Trauma?

Trauma refers to any event that overwhelms your ability to cope, often leaving lasting emotional, psychological, and physical effects. Traumatic experiences can range from one-time events like accidents or assaults to ongoing experiences such as childhood abuse or domestic violence.

Symptoms of Trauma

Trauma affects individuals in different ways, but common symptoms may include:

  • Intrusive thoughts or flashbacks of the event

  • Nightmares and disturbed sleep

  • Avoidance of reminders of the trauma

  • Hypervigilance or being easily startled

  • Emotional numbness or dissociation

Over time, these symptoms can lead to more severe conditions such as Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), depression, anxiety, or substance abuse.

Types of Trauma

  • Acute Trauma: Results from a single incident (e.g., an accident, physical attack).

  • Chronic Trauma: Occurs from repeated and prolonged exposure to distressing events (e.g., ongoing abuse, bullying).

  • Complex Trauma: Involves exposure to multiple traumatic events, often interpersonal and occurring in a person’s life over time, such as childhood abuse.

Our Approach to Trauma Therapy

At the Mindfulness & Change Group, we take a trauma-informed approach to therapy, meaning we are mindful of the impact trauma can have on your mental health and well-being. Our goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can process your trauma and begin the healing process.

  1. Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
    TF-CBT helps individuals process their trauma by addressing the negative thought patterns that can result from traumatic experiences. Through therapy, you’ll learn to reframe your thoughts and develop healthier coping mechanisms.

  2. Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
    EMDR is a powerful trauma treatment that helps the brain reprocess traumatic memories so that they are no longer as emotionally distressing. EMDR involves bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements or taps) to help “unlock” traumatic memories and allow the brain to process them in a healthier way.

  3. Somatic Therapy
    Trauma is often stored in the body, and somatic therapy focuses on helping individuals release the physical tension, pain, or discomfort that can result from traumatic experiences. This approach uses techniques such as body awareness, movement, and breathwork to help individuals reconnect with their bodies and begin to heal from the inside out.

  4. Mindfulness and Grounding Techniques
    Mindfulness is essential in trauma therapy to help clients stay grounded and in the present moment, especially during times of distress. By practicing mindfulness, individuals can develop greater awareness of their thoughts and feelings and learn to manage them without becoming overwhelmed by memories of the trauma.

  5. Group Therapy
    For some individuals, sharing their experiences with others who have been through similar traumas can be incredibly healing. Group therapy provides a space for connection, mutual support, and shared understanding, helping individuals feel less alone in their recovery.

The Importance of Healing from Trauma

Unresolved trauma can have a profound effect on your physical and mental health, relationships, and overall quality of life. Trauma doesn’t just “go away”—it needs to be processed, integrated, and healed. Left untreated, trauma can lead to long-term emotional and psychological challenges, such as anxiety, depression, PTSD, or chronic health issues.

Your Path to Healing

Healing from trauma is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone. At the Mindfulness & Change Group, we are committed to helping you work through your trauma in a safe and supportive environment. Our therapists are experts in trauma therapy and will work with you to develop a personalized treatment plan that fits your needs and goals.

Get Started Today

If you’re ready to take the first step toward healing from trauma, we’re here to help. Contact us today to schedule a consultation and begin your journey to recovery. With the right support and therapeutic tools, you can overcome the effects of trauma and reclaim your life.