California Online Trauma & PTSD Therapist
You are not what’s happened to you.
”Just get over it!”
Trauma happens to other people - right? Are you “weak” or “flawed” if you can’t just leave things in the past, suck it up and move past it? As a trauma survivor and trauma therapist, I know 1000% that it’s not that simple!
When we think of trauma, we think of war veterans, sexual or physical assault/abuse, accidents, shootings and natural disasters. But you can be struggling with the effects of trauma without even knowing where it came from.
Trauma can also come from emotional abuse, bullying, distressing medical experiences, loss of a relationship or loved one/pet - and more (this is not an all-inclusive list!).
And let's not forget global issues such as climate change, COVID, environmental disaster, genocide and war - all of which can have traumatizing effects on our collective psyches.
You may be feeling the effects of trauma if you are experiencing uncomfortable and distressing changes in your mood, thoughts or ability to function after distressing life experience(s), whether they happened recently or long ago - and whether or not you even remember them! See the Trauma/PTSD FAQ below to learn more.
Counseling for trauma can literally change your life.
Sound dramatic? Well, it is! If you want to stop being controlled by the painful feelings and experiences rooted in your past - and discover freedom in the here and now - you absolutely can!
With trauma therapy, you can…
Feel more grounded and at ease
Calm your emotions and inner turmoil
Live in the here and now
Be kinder towards yourself
Feel more connected with others
Come to terms with your past
Start enjoying your life again!
I will fully support you in your healing process. We’ll approach trauma recovery gently, helping you feel safe and empowered throughout our work together. I’ll give you with tools to help you regain calm and stability. Therapy will progress at a pace that feels right for you, always with your needs and goals in mind.
I want you to discover a life you never imagined possible.
Frequently asked questions about therapy for trauma/PTSD
FAQs
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Before starting therapy for trauma, I’ll explain the “why” and “how” behind the trauma healing strategies we use, so you can understand the rationale behind what we’re doing and know what to expect.
We’ll focus on creating a felt sense of inner stability, so that we can approach your trauma recovery safely and in a way that feels right to you.
We will then explore the “re-processing” of trauma. This means changing the way that trauma is stored in the brain so it no longer causes you distress and discomfort.
Please note that the above steps are an abbreviated and generalized summary of the overarching trauma recovery process. Each person’s healing journey is highly individual and will look different. The pace and depth of your unique trauma recovery process will be dependent on many factors, which we will explore in our work together. If you’d like to learn more, let’s talk!
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You may be experiencing trauma if you:
Have intrusive or recurrent distressing thoughts and memories related to painful past experiences
Often feel like you are re-experiencing the feelings, thoughts or sensations of past distressing experience(s)
Avoid reminders of these past experiences
Feel anxious, on edge and always waiting for something bad to happen
Startle easily
Feel detached and estranged from others
Blame yourself or have negative beliefs about yourself or others in relation to the past distressing experience(s)
Feel a lot of negative emotions and have difficulty feeling good
Find it hard to concentrate or stay focused
Have difficulty enjoying things and feel hopeless
Experience sleep problems or nightmares
*Please note that this list is for general, informational purposes only and is not intended to diagnose you. Trauma and PTSD manifest in a number of ways and should be individually diagnosed by a trained mental health professional.
If you’d like to find out if you may be struggling with trauma or PTSD, Let’s connect. You don’t need to suffer anymore!
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In our first sessions, I’ll be getting to know more about you and how trauma may be showing up in your life. We’ll also be identifying your unique strengths and coping abilities, which we’ll be building upon more and more in our work together. I’ll also explain just how therapy for trauma works.
If you’d like to find out more, schedule a free consultation. You’ll have a chance to get a feel for how I work, ask questions and get any information you need to make a decision about therapy. I look forward to connecting with you!