You may be somewhat familiar with the term Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). PTSD is an anxiety disorder that can occur after a person has experienced a life-threatening event such as an assault, car accident, natural disaster etc. Common symptoms of PTSD include nightmares, flashbacks, avoiding reminders of the trauma, intense stress, tension, and anxiety.

Another Type of Trauma, Complex Trauma

Sometimes trauma responses can present in more subtle ways. These symptoms arise when an individual is struggling with Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (CPTSD). Complex Trauma occurs when an individual has been exposed to multiple or ongoing traumas, stressors, or disturbing experiences. Because these symptoms are more subtle, they often go unnoticed or are misunderstood by the person experiencing them. 

Some examples of Trauma symptoms and Trauma responses include:

How can Trauma Informed Therapy Help

I offer online therapy in Brentwood, Tennessee, Nashville Tennessee and Augusta, Georgia. I provide therapy for individuals who have experienced psychological, physical, or emotional trauma. If you are struggling with any of the above listed symptoms, therapy can help you:

-Understand your emotions and feel less reactive

-Feel less overwhelmed

-Experience healthier relationships

-Feel less anxious and depressed

-Heal from past trauma or upsetting experiences

Tips for managing trauma responses or anxiety

• Ground yourself to the present moment. List five things you can see, feel, and hear, in your surroundings. This will emphasize that you are in the present, not the past.
• Practice self-compassion and self-care. Identify what you need in the moment to feel safe and relaxed. Perhaps it’s taking a walk, talking to a friend, hugging a pet, or journaling.
• Take deep breaths. Inhale for a count of 5, hold the breath for a count of 5, and then exhale for a count of 5. Repeat.
• Ask for help! Most importantly remember you don’t have to struggle alone. Reach out to a trusted family member or friend for emotional support. Seek therapy for help in better understanding and treating symptoms.

Get Started With Trauma Therapy

Contact me to learn more about how online therapy can help you understand and heal from Complex Trauma.

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