Therapy for Trauma

It’s not your fault you experienced a trauma. And you deserve support to heal.

Did you know that feelings of guilt and self-blame are some of the most common symptoms people experience after a traumatic event? It’s true. And those feelings often keep us from seeking out the care and support we need to heal.

Sadly, when it comes to trauma, time doesn’t heal all wounds.

Traumatic memories are actually stored differently in our brains and our bodies. That means a traumatic event that happened when you were a kid can feel just as real and painful as if it happened yesterday.

If you’ve been living with the aftermath of trauma for months, years, or even decades, it can be hard to believe that things could be different. But trauma is very much treatable. A trained trauma therapist can help guide you towards recovery. With the right support, painful past experiences don’t have to derail your peace of mind, your relationships, or your life.

Does my experience count as a trauma?

Traumatic experiences are events that threaten our sense of safety and security in the world.

They can be a one time event, such as a car accident or a natural disaster. Trauma can also be ongoing, such as domestic violence or childhood abuse. Our risk of psychological injury increases with the more traumatic events we experience. 

Our clients often start therapy unsure if they’ve experienced a trauma or not. That’s a perfectly good starting place for therapy.

While some events, such as a violent assault, are more easily recognized as traumatic, others, like emotional abuse, may be less obvious. But they can still have profound impacts on our sense of self, our safety, and our relationships with others.

Whether your experience was trauma or something else—if you’re struggling, we can figure it out together. 

 What to Expect from Trauma Therapy at Stella Nova

Every Stella Nova therapist has been trained in trauma-informed approaches to therapy. Some of us have additional, specialized training or certification in trauma therapies, including narrative therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and somatic therapy. 

You’re in the driver’s seat when it comes to healing after trauma. With support and guidance from your therapist, you’ll get to define your goals and decide the pacing of the work we do together.

We don’t pressure clients to share things they don’t want to, or before they’re ready. But with your consent, we may offer some gentle encouragement to get outside your comfort zone at times.

If you’re interested in learning more about what we offer, or getting matched with a great-fit therapist, you can schedule a free 20-minute consultation with our intake specialist. During your call, she’ll get to know a little bit about your goals for therapy. Then, she’ll use that information to set you up with a therapist who is a great match for your preferences and needs.