trauma therapy
You wonder why you struggle with deep feelings of inadequacy, self-loathing, and shame. You’ve been through challenging experiences, but you tell yourself they weren’t “that bad” or that others have it worse. A part of you says you should be “over it” by now, leaving you feeling depressed and ashamed.
You are constantly on edge and distrusting of yourself and others. You often feel disconnected from your body and from the world, like life is pulling you along without your consent. You feel fearful, anxious, isolated, and numb. You may experience flashbacks to upsetting moments that are unwanted and feel overwhelming. The world doesn’t seem safe, and you feel alone, like no one else could possibly understand what you’re going through.
Imagine you could talk through these experiences in a safe environment free of judgment. Through IFS therapy, I can help you to take back power over your traumatic experiences so you can feel more connected to yourself and your body again. Whether you have experienced complex relational/childhood trauma, sexual abuse or assault, emotional abuse, or a single traumatic event, we will work together to heal your traumatized parts so that you can fully live in the present again without the burdens of your past impacting your daily life. Healing and relief is possible, and I welcome all of your parts with openness and compassion.
Common reasons for seeking trauma therapy include:
Feeling disconnected from your body and emotions
Feeling detached or isolated from others
Experiencing intense feelings of fear, shame, guilt, and/or anger
Having intrusive memories or unwanted thoughts
Feeling like your trauma is keeping you stuck in the past, making it difficult to live your present life fully
Feeling hopeless and like the world isn’t safe