I can work with you around traumatic life events. This could include abuse, domestic violence, accidents, shock, sudden loss and more. If you are living with the effects of trauma you may be experiencing some or all of these symptoms including:
When working with trauma the most important thing for me is to keep you, the client, safe. One of the myths around trauma is to have to re-live the traumatic event, this is not how I work. We will work together to find ways to process the trauma safely and slowly.
I do this through:
‘The goal of trauma therapy healing must be to relieve, not intensify suffering.’ 8 Keys to Safe Trauma Recovery -Babette Rothschild (2010:xi)
Contact me to find out more.
- Flashbacks
- Disturbed sleep (including nightmares)
- Not feeling safe
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Panic attacks
- Confusion/ poor concentration
When working with trauma the most important thing for me is to keep you, the client, safe. One of the myths around trauma is to have to re-live the traumatic event, this is not how I work. We will work together to find ways to process the trauma safely and slowly.
I do this through:
- Working with the body and awareness of body sensations
- Finding your own resources to support yourself
- Calming the nervous system to support everyday life
- Using grounding techniques and mindfulness
‘The goal of trauma therapy healing must be to relieve, not intensify suffering.’ 8 Keys to Safe Trauma Recovery -Babette Rothschild (2010:xi)
Contact me to find out more.