Healing is possible.
Trauma Therapy in Leesburg, VA.
“The body keeps the score”
-Bessel van der Kolk
Intellectually, you know you’re safe. So why does your body seem to think you’re still in danger? Startling at every loud noise? Flooding your mind with flashbacks? My approach to trauma treatment relies on addressing somatic symptoms, developing coping tools, fostering a sense of safety, and helping you reclaim your narrative.
How do I know if trauma therapy is right for me?
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Trauma is any distressing or overwhelming event that significantly impacts your emotional, psychological, or physical well-being. It can be caused by a single incident or a series of events (often referred to as complex trauma).
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Trauma affects all people differently, but some clients report distressing memories, flashbacks, hypervigilience, fragmented memory, anger, or persistent feelings of fear or shame.
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Yes, I’m fully trained in EMDR, and am happy to discuss whether that might be an effective treatment approach for your needs. Read more here.
What we know is this…
There is no “typical” response to a traumatic experience. People react to traumas differently, and symptoms often vary greatly. I encourage you to reach out to me so we can create a tailored treatment plan that’s right for you.
Healing is possible.
What you’ll gain
Trauma recovery can look like…
Feeling safe and comfortable in your own skin.
A reduction in hypervigilence and startle responses.
Improved interpersonal relationships and feeling more confident setting healthy boundary-setting.
Learning how to calm anxious and intrusive thoughts.
No longer feeling controlled by flashbacks and nightmares.
Rediscovering peace and joy in your life.
Get in touch
Change is possible.
Click this link to choose a day and time for a free, confidential phone consultation. Consults are typically 15 minutes in length, via phone. This is a chance for you to ask any questions you may have about my services or therapy in general, and determine if I’m a good fit for your needs.
healing and growth starts here
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