Trauma and Stress Issues

Areas of Focus:

Evidence-Based Approaches:

Evidence-Based Approaches:

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): Persistent distress following a traumatic event, including flashbacks, nightmares, and hypervigilance
Acute Stress Disorder: Intense stress reactions occurring shortly after trauma exposure
Adjustment Disorders: Emotional and behavioral difficulties following major life changes or stressful events
Prolonged Grief Disorder: Persistent grief that interferes with daily functioning and well-being

Evidence-Based Approaches:

Evidence-Based Approaches:

Evidence-Based Approaches:

Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE): Gradual exposure to trauma-related memories and situations to reduce fear and avoidance.
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT): Identifying and reframing unhelpful trauma-related thoughts to reduce emotional impact.
Skills Training in Affective and Interpersonal Regulation (STAIR): Building emotional regulation and interpersonal skills to manage trauma effects.
Written Exposure Therapy (WET): Brief, structured writing exercises to reprocess trauma and reduce distress.
Mindfulness & Grounding Techniques: Strategies to manage emotional dysregulation and improve present-moment awareness.

What to Expect in Therapy:

Evidence-Based Approaches:

What to Expect in Therapy:

Comprehensive Trauma Assessment: Understanding the impact of trauma on your life.
Personalized Treatment Plan: Developing strategies to process trauma and regain emotional stability.
Ongoing Support & Recovery: Providing tools to foster resilience and long-term healing.