I use a variety of therapeutic approaches, such as trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), prolonged exposure therapy (PE), and mindfulness-based interventions.
These methods help clients process and overcome the negative emotions and thoughts associated with their traumatic experiences through non-judgmental awareness, self-compassion, and being present in the moment.
Re-experiencing disturbances from the past, sensing a foreshortened future, feelings of worthlessness, hypervigilance, and a loss of trust in others or the world are typical pain points for those experiencing trauma disorders.
The types of trauma disorders include post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), acute stress disorder (ASD), and complex PTSD (C-PTSD). The common symptoms that are treated in therapy are:
Flashbacks, Nightmares, & Intrusive Thoughts
Avoidance of Situations Associated with Trauma
Persistent Feelings of Sadness, Hopelessness, & Anger
Emotional Numbing & Detachment from Others
Guilt & Shame
Disturbed Sleep Patterns
Self-Destructive Behaviors
Problems with Concentration & Memory