TRAUMA
THERAPY
Healing from Within: Your Journey to Recovery from Trauma
Have you grappled with the lasting effects of trauma, where past experiences cast a shadow on your present? Trauma can leave a profound impact, resulting in symptoms like flashbacks, emotional distress, and disconnection. These symptoms can be isolating and make it challenging to find peace. Whether you're navigating the complexities of life or coping with trauma's aftermath, the weight of these experiences can be overwhelming. But remember, you're not alone, and healing is possible.
At Metanoia Therapy, we hold a steadfast belief in the potential for recovery and transformation after trauma. We've witnessed countless individuals, both adolescents and adults, embark on a journey towards healing and resilience. While trauma can leave deep scars, we've seen the emergence of hope and empowerment as individuals regain control over their lives. There's a path to a future where trauma no longer defines your story, and where you can experience healing and reconnection.
Our team of experienced therapists specializes in trauma recovery for adolescents and adults. We provide a safe, compassionate space for you to explore the effects of trauma on your life and work toward healing. Using evidence-based therapies and a personalized approach, we equip you with the tools to manage trauma symptoms and reclaim your emotional well-being. We understand that every individual's journey is unique. Whether you're an adolescent healing from past wounds or an adult looking to regain a sense of safety and empowerment, we're here to support your path toward recovery, resilience, and personal growth.
What is Trauma.
Trauma occurs when a person experiences something so disturbing that they respond with intense fear, horror, or helplessness. They will find the event so disturbing that they are unable process it. Sometimes it leads to PTSD, but not always. And not everyone experiences the disturbing event in the same way.
What experiences might be traumatic?
Physical, emotional, or sexual abuse
Childhood abuse or neglect
A sudden or violent loss of a loved one (traumatic grief)
Terrorism and community violence
Refugee trauma
Life threatening illness (medical trauma)
Serious accidents
Natural disasters
Early childhood trauma
Family violence / Partner violence
Trauma Symptoms.
Trauma impacts every area of human functioning- physical, mental, behavioral, social, and spiritual.
Whether you have been exposed to one or more traumas over the course of your life, you may be experiencing some of these symptoms:
Headaches, stomachaches
Fear, depression, anxiety
Anger or rage
Ups and downs in emotions
Nightmares and flashbacks
Feelings of detachment
Difficulty trusting
Shame or self-blame
Hyper-arousal, easily startled
Intrusive thoughts or memories of the event
Avoidance of people, places, and feelings related to the trauma
Research shows that if trauma goes unaddressed it can have tremendous negative impact on physical health.
Trauma Therapy.
There is hope. Trauma is treatable.
In therapy at Metanoia, before we move into the trauma memories, we first focus on building up skills in order to bring you some more immediate relief from the symptoms.
Common counseling treatments:
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT)
Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR)
Narrative Therapy
Exposure therapy