Trauma & PTSD
When your body remembers what your mind wants to forget.
Trauma doesn’t always stay in the past.
It can show up as sudden fear, emotional shutdown, irritability, nightmares, or a constant sense of being on guard. You may feel unsafe even when nothing is obviously wrong — or disconnected from yourself, your body, or the people around you.
Trauma can come from many experiences: accidents, abuse, violence, medical events, loss, or ongoing stress over time. And while the event may be over, the impact can linger in ways that are confusing, exhausting, and deeply isolating.
If this sounds familiar, your reactions make sense. They are not signs of weakness — they are signs of a nervous system that learned how to survive.
We understand how trauma affects the whole person
Trauma and PTSD are not just memories — they affect the nervous system, emotions, relationships, and sense of safety in the world.
People often come to us experiencing:
Hypervigilance, anxiety, or panic
Emotional numbness or detachment
Intrusive thoughts, memories, or flashbacks
Sleep disturbances or nightmares
Difficulty trusting others or feeling safe
Shame, guilt, or self-blame related to what happened
Many individuals try to push these symptoms away or tell themselves they should be over it by now. But trauma doesn’t resolve through willpower alone — it requires understanding, safety, and support.
Trauma-focused therapy that prioritizes safety and choice
At Behavioral Health Counseling, our clinicians are trained in trauma-focused, evidence-based therapies designed to help clients process traumatic experiences without becoming overwhelmed or re-traumatized.
Therapy is not about reliving what happened. It’s about:
Restoring a sense of safety and control
Learning to regulate the nervous system
Processing trauma at a pace that feels manageable
Reducing distressing symptoms
Reconnecting with your body, emotions, and sense of self
We work collaboratively, respecting your boundaries and your readiness. You remain in control of the process — always.
Healing is possible — even if it doesn’t feel that way right now
Living with trauma can make the world feel unpredictable or unsafe. Over time, this can limit your relationships, your confidence, and your ability to fully engage in life.
Trauma therapy helps many people:
Feel calmer and more grounded in their bodies
Experience fewer triggers and intrusive symptoms
Improve sleep and emotional regulation
Build resilience and self-trust
Reclaim a sense of agency and hope
Healing doesn’t mean erasing the past. It means no longer being controlled by it.
You don’t have to carry this alone
If you’ve been living in survival mode — or if something inside you knows it’s time for support — we’re here.
Reaching out can feel vulnerable, especially when trust has been impacted. We honor that. And we move at a pace that feels safe and respectful.
Contact us today to learn more or schedule an appointment. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to navigate it by yourself.