I understand that for each person trauma has a different meaning. For instance, Veterans who have been in combat have experienced trauma in a way that civilians do not understand. Some people have childhood traumas, sexual abuse, car accidents or whatever it may be; I recognize that not dealing with those experiences that have happened as a child or adult can start to influence other areas of life.
When a traumatic event is not fully integrated in your body you can start to have headaches, flash backs, unpredictable emotions, or strained relationships to name a few symptoms. Ordinary situations can start to feel overwhelming and what was once considered normal functioning for you can start to feel like a strain. When you have not dealt with a traumatic event you can start to sense tension not only in your emotions but also in your body.
In dealing with trauma you will learn how to separate past trauma experiences with the present moment. During therapy sessions you will learn how to be aware of and listen to your body response while moving through trauma experiences. You will learn new ways to cope with what has happened so that you can live a full life.
