Childhood trauma shows up in unique ways
Do you find yourself stuck in moments that bring back painful memories? Feeling emotionally drained, but unsure why these feelings linger? It’s natural to carry the weight of the past, but sometimes those experiences—especially from childhood—can be about something deeper...unresolved trauma.
Did you know?
Nearly 60% of people have experienced abuse or difficult family circumstances during childhood
Even more telling is that 51% of women and 61% of men report at least 1 traumatic event in their lifetimes.
Is there anything I can do on my own to address childhood trauma?
Absolutely ...
Understanding that your reactions to things or people or situations are valid and connected to past events is an amazing first step.
Learn about what trauma is and its effects on the brain and body. Understanding how unresolved trauma impacts your emotions and behavior can foster self-compassion & insight.
Engage in mindfulness practices like meditation or deep breathing to help stay grounded & manage overwhelming emotions. Journal, eat well, exercise, prioritize sleep, all these things can help relieve the taxing nature of trauma on your life.
And talk to someone. Trauma won't resolve itself.
It's easy to brush off these feelings, hoping they'll resolve themselves on their own. But studies show that there are significant long-term effect on your mind and body, like significantly higher likelihoods of alcoholism, cancer, or even suicide.
And you're not alone. We're here for you.
Our experts know how to help you intervene with your past, and use evidence-based approaches to treatment like Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR) to deliver successful outcomes.
