Trauma Treatment for
Adults and Children
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Main Types of Trauma
Types of trauma include physical trauma (bodily harm), emotional trauma (emotional impact of event), sexual trauma (harassment to assault), childhood/developmental trauma (adverse experiences during formative years), complex trauma (exposure to multiple events), acute trauma ( single, severe event), chronic trauma (prolonged exposure), community trauma (large scale events) and vicarious trauma (indirect exposure).
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How is trauma diagnosed?
Diagnosing trauma-related conditions typically involves a thorough clinical assessment. This process includes a detailed clinical interview about experiences and symptoms, followed by the application of diagnostic criteria outlined in the Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders (DSM-5). Standardized assessment tools and questionnaires may be used to gauge symptom severity, differentiate between disorders, and assess the impact of the trauma on the individual’s life.
How is trauma treated? therapy options
Trauma survivors work with me to regain self regulation for calming. I use neurofeedback training to self regulate into a comfortable state. I help trauma survivors process trauma, change distorted thoughts, and learn coping strategies. The goal is to promote self-compassion and non-judgment, which is healing for those dealing with trauma-related guilt or self-blame.
How effective is therapy for treating trauma?
Therapy is an effective way to treat trauma, especially when administered by an experienced mental health professional. Its success depends on factors like the type and severity of the trauma and the therapy approach used.
FAQ's
What causes trauma?
Trauma can happen when something deeply upsetting or frightening overwhelms your ability to cope. This might include events like accidents, abuse, violence, sudden loss, or natural disasters. Trauma can also stem from difficult early experiences, such as neglect or growing up in a stressful or unsafe environment.
Everyone experiences trauma differently. Some people recover quickly with support, while others may feel lasting effects.
Common signs of trauma include:
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Flashbacks, nightmares about event
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Feeling numbdisconnected
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Avoiding reminders of event
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Relationship struggles, feel isolated
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Feeling jumpy or always on edge
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Mood swings or sudden anger
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Trouble concentrating
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Difficulty sleeping
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What are the four trauma responses?
1. Fight: Fight is a response in which an individual confronts a threat or stressor head-on, seeking to overcome or resist it.
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2. Flight: Flight is a response characterized by the instinct to escape or avoid a perceived threat or dangerous situation.
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3. Freeze, or flop: Freeze is a response involving immobility and an inability to react when faced with overwhelming stress, often as a result of fear or shock.
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4. Fawn: Fawn is a response in which a person seeks to appease or please others, even at their own expense, as a way to avoid conflict or harm in social situations.
Cutting Edge Treatment
Neurofeedback offers meaningful support for trauma survivors by helping the brain shift out of patterns associated with hyperarousal, dissociation, and emotional overwhelm. Traumatic experiences can disrupt the brain’s ability to regulate emotions, respond flexibly to stress, and feel safe in everyday situations.
As emotional regulation improves, clients often experience fewer outbursts, reduced startle responses, better sleep, and a stronger sense of internal stability.
For many trauma survivors, this process brings a renewed sense of safety and control. Neurofeedback can be a powerful complement to therapy, supporting long-term healing and resilience.