Trauma-Based Therapy
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When working with someone through trauma, I use a relational psychotherapy . In a nutshell, this approach prioritizes a strong relationship between you and your therapist. This is an important piece to healing and seeking or maintaining more satisfying, and secure relationships in your life.

I will also incorporate cognitive-behavioral tools, mindfulness and body awareness with relaxation/nervous system regulation skills.


Many have opened their hearts to me to share their stories of pain, hopelessness, and resentment. I have spent my career dedicated to understanding and holding hope for these individuals.

WHAT IS Psychological Trauma?

Psychological trauma is a response to an event or series of events that are emotionally painful, distressing, or shocking. This experience overwhelms an individual's ability to cope, often leading to lasting negative effects on their mental, emotional, and even physical well-being.

Trauma can result from various types of experiences, including:

  • Acute Trauma: A single, distressing event such as a serious accident, natural disaster, or violent attack.

  • Chronic Trauma: Repeated and prolonged exposure to distressing events, such as ongoing abuse, domestic violence, or long-term illness.

  • Complex Trauma: Exposure to multiple traumatic events, often of an invasive, interpersonal nature, like childhood abuse or neglect.

The impact of trauma can vary widely among individuals. Common symptoms include anxiety, depression, flashbacks, nightmares, emotional numbness, and difficulties in relationships. In some cases, trauma can lead to conditions like Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).

The effects of psychological trauma can be long-lasting, but with proper support and therapy, individuals can work through their experiences and find ways to heal and recover.

goals in trauma-based therapy*:

  • Building rapport

    Your ease and comfort will be our primary focus as you begin therapy after trauma. We will take it at your pace and start by discussing your expectations and goals for therapy, ensuring you're set on a path that aligns with your needs from the very first session.

  • Establish safety

    We will work together to establish your physical and emotional safety in your life. This includes developing and maintain coping strategies that work for you. This may also include reducing ongoing trauma or harm in your life, even leaving harmful situations or relationships when possible.

  • Making sense of your experience

    We will find emotional, cognitive, and behavioral tools that work for you to recall and process the traumatic experiences. This will be at your pace, with your emotional wellbeing prioritized above hasty exposure of your vulnerabilities.


  • Grieve

    Grieving what was lost. Dreams, relationships, sense of self, trust, safety. Grieving what was lost is way to identify, acknowledge, and release difficult emotions tied to the traumatic events.

  • Reconnection

    Managing relationships after a trauma can be overwhelming. Reconnecting with others is a vital path towards healing and creating more positive and supportive experiences, especially after a traumatizing situation. We will work through the relationships in your life, and the day-to-day emotional triggers that sneak up, as you navigate vulnerability and uncertainty with others.

  • Integration

    Although the path to healing is not linear, integration of your new story and living a fulfilling life is the ultimate goal. Here we will solidify your sense of yourself post-trauma: your ongoing self-growth goals, your mental and emotional needs, and your self-care priorities.

  • *Goals will vary based on your unique needs, life situations, and collaboration with therapist.