Trauma Therapy.

Trauma therapy uses multiple forms of therapy, such as psychotherapy (talk therapy), EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), and/or CPT (cognitive processing therapy) to help manage the impact of traumatic events on an individual’s life. Trauma is unique to the client. Traumatic events may be life-threatening, abusive, and or dangerous experiences. A person can be traumatized from witnessing a traumatic event. Common goals for therapy include challenging unhelpful beliefs about the trauma and regaining personal boundaries, trust, and the ability to believe in yourself.

It can be completed in the office or via telehealth. The sessions are considered a safe place for individuals to talk about tough topics that can be difficult to cope with alone.

Sessions typically last from 30 to 55 minutes. The frequency depends on the client’s needs. It may be a good time to talk to a trauma therapist if you are experiencing repeated flashbacks, frequent nightmares, or suicidal thoughts or feelings. 

Trauma therapy is for anyone looking to improve coping skills, decrease the symptoms of a traumatic event, and gain validation while healing from trauma. When a client decides to engage in therapy is a personal decision.