Understanding Trauma & PTSD
Healing from the Past
Trauma can leave deep, lasting wounds that affect every aspect of your life. Healing is possible, and you don't have to carry the weight alone.
Our trauma-informed clinicians provide a safe, compassionate, and confidential space to process your experiences and develop skills to manage the impact of trauma. We are here to help you move from surviving to thriving.
What is Trauma?
When an Event Overwhelms Your Ability to Cope
Psychological trauma is a response to a deeply distressing or life-threatening event. While many people experience difficult events, trauma occurs when the experience overwhelms your ability to cope, leaving you feeling helpless and unsafe. The effects can be long-lasting, changing how you see yourself, others, and the world.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a specific psychiatric disorder that can occur in people who have experienced or witnessed a traumatic event. However, not everyone who experiences trauma will develop PTSD.
Common Signs & Symptoms
Types of Trauma We Work With
Trauma is a Personal Experience
Our clinicians have experience working with individuals who have been impacted by a wide range of traumatic experiences.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Develops after experiencing or witnessing a terrifying event. Symptoms include flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety.
Complex Trauma (C-PTSD)
Results from repeated or prolonged trauma, especially in childhood, such as abuse or neglect. It can deeply affect one's sense of self and relationships.
Developmental Trauma
Trauma that occurs in childhood and disrupts healthy attachment and development, often with long-term consequences.
First Responders & Veterans
We have experience supporting police, paramedics, firefighters, and military personnel who are exposed to trauma in the line of duty.