Trauma - Informed Services

Trauma therapy, also known as trauma-informed therapy or trauma-focused therapy, is a specialized form of therapy designed to help individuals who have experienced trauma. Trauma can be defined as any deeply distressing or disturbing experience that overwhelms an individual's ability to cope, leaving lasting emotional and psychological scars. Traumatic experiences can include physical or sexual abuse, neglect, accidents, natural disasters, combat, or witnessing violence.

People may seek trauma therapy for various reasons. Firstly, trauma therapy provides a safe and supportive environment for individuals to process their traumatic experiences and heal from their emotional wounds. Traumatic events can leave individuals feeling overwhelmed, frightened, and powerless, and trauma therapy offers a space for them to explore their feelings, memories, and reactions in a supportive and non-judgmental setting.

Moreover, trauma therapy helps individuals understand the impact of trauma on their lives and relationships. Traumatic experiences can disrupt a person's sense of safety, trust, and self-esteem, leading to difficulties in relationships, work, and daily functioning. Trauma therapy helps individuals make sense of their reactions and behaviors in the context of their past experiences, empowering them to reclaim a sense of control and agency in their lives.

Additionally, trauma therapy equips individuals with coping strategies and skills to manage symptoms of trauma-related disorders, such as post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, depression, and dissociation. Therapists use evidence-based techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), and somatic experiencing to help individuals process traumatic memories, reduce distressing symptoms, and develop healthier ways of coping with stress.

Furthermore, trauma therapy fosters resilience and post-traumatic growth. While traumatic experiences can have devastating effects on individuals' lives, many people are able to overcome adversity and find meaning, purpose, and growth in their recovery journey. Trauma therapy helps individuals tap into their inner resources, strengths, and resilience, empowering them to rebuild their lives and move forward with hope and optimism.

Overall, trauma therapy is an essential tool for healing from the emotional and psychological wounds of trauma. By providing a safe and supportive space, trauma therapy helps individuals process their traumatic experiences, understand their reactions, and develop coping strategies for moving forward. If you've experienced trauma and are struggling to cope, we invite you to reach out to us at (708) 465-1174 or [email protected]. Our experienced therapists are here to support you on your journey towards healing and recovery.