Turn your wounds into wisdom
– Oprah
Trauma can happen to anyone not just those in the front lines. Most people will experience primary or secondary trauma in their lifetime. Examples of trauma cycles that can disrupt healthy behaviors & create mood disturbances include sudden death of a loved one, experiencing or witnessing a violent criminal act, experiencing or witnessing physical, emotional, sexual abuse or neglect, rape or violence of war. Primary Trauma is also experienced during natural or man-made disasters, life threatening or chronic illness, unresolved grief issues, experiencing or witnessing a severe accident, or being on the receiving end of significant betrayal.
While many people can recover from trauma over time with the love and support of family and friends and bounce back with resiliency, others may experience debilitating effects of lasting trauma which can cause a person to live with deep emotional pain, fear, confusion, or posttraumatic stress far after the event has passed.
In these circumstances, the support, guidance and assistance of a Trauma Trained Specialist is fundamental to your healing recovery from Trauma.
Trauma Symptoms
According to the four types of symptoms listed in the DSM-5
Avoidance Symptoms
- Avoiding specific locations, sights, situations, and sounds that serve as reminders of the event
- Anxiety, depression, numbness, or guilt
Re-experiencing Symptoms
- Intrusive thoughts, nightmares or flashbacks
Hyperarousal Symptoms
- Anger, irritability and hypervigilance
- Aggressive, reckless behavior, including self-harm
- Sleep disturbances
Negative Mood and Cognition Symptoms
- Loss of interest in activities that were once considered enjoyable
- Difficulty remembering details of the distressing event
- Change in habits or behavior since the trauma
Research has proven that Psychotherapy is one of the essential & effective treatments for Trauma. If you or someone you know match the Trauma symptoms listed above, I am confident that I can help and invite you to contact me today so we can start your healing journey.