Trauma and Complex PTSD Therapy for Adults
What is Trauma?
Trauma is a lasting emotional response to a distressing event in the past that can lead to symptoms of anxiety, chronic stress/pain, depression, insecurity, distrust, negative thoughts, and other difficulties. Have you ever had a reaction or response that was bigger than the situation itself? Sometimes that can be a sign of childhood trauma, our body responding to something in the past rather than the present. By the end of the article, you will learn some common signs of trauma and the type of therapies that are effective in trauma treatment.
Signs of Childhood trauma:
You had parents or caregivers that were emotionally or physically unavailable
You were ignored if you did something wrong
You were compared to your siblings or other children your age
You were bullied or lacked a sense of belonging
You had instability in the home such as frequent moves, parents with mental health concerns, substance use, domestic violence, or financial stress
You experienced misattunement or often felt misunderstood
Traumatic events include:
Parent’s divorce or separation
The sudden death of a loved one
Sexual or physical assault
Car accidents
Natural disasters
Hospitalization
Systemic oppression