Hi, my name is Tina, and I’m a trauma therapist in Brentwood, Tennessee. Is the trauma you experienced leaving you feeling confused, getting triggered easily, and feeling like you are detached from others. These are normal feelings when you have experienced trauma and I can help. I do trauma therapy in Brentwood, Tennessee and the surrounding areas.
I guide people in learning how to cope with their daily triggers from thier traumatic event. you have taken the first step in lookin for help. Schedule a 15 min complimentary consultation with me today to start your path to healing.
Trauma Therapy in Brentwood.
My approach to Trauma Counseling in Brentwood
Trauma is not easy to get past. There are many emotions and responses a person can feel after a traumatic event. A trauma response can feel like you are getting triggered easily, having flashbacks, feeling shock and denial, or having an experience of confusion. All these feelings can be stemmed from trauma. Trauma can also change the way you act in your daily life.
You might be wondering, what does trauma do to a person? PTSD (post-traumatic stress disorder) can develop after a traumatic event but that is NOT always the case. It is possible for a person to experience a traumatic event and the symptoms may dissolve over time with help from a professional. I am a trauma therapist in the Brentwood Tennessee who can help you with the skills needed to help you cope with the trauma you have experienced.
It might seem more comfortable for you to not talk about the event however research has shown not talking about the event can make the symptoms worse. Talking about the traumatic event will help your mind and body process the trauma. I am here to help you through this process in a safe way.
There are many different ways trauma changes people. According to research trauma can be associated with chronic physical health symptoms, behavior symptoms and mental health symptoms. These effects are more profound when the traumatic events happens durning childhood. Research has also shown risky behaviors are linked to traumatic events.
There are some things that can happen if you don’t deal with your traumatic event. This is what is considered to be unresolved trauma. Unresolved trauma can have an effect on your daily life and can put an individual at risk for anxiety, PTSD, depression, getting triggered easily and can increase the risk of many other health diagnoses, mental and or physical.
How to get over a traumatic event? This will take time. You have to be patient and allow yourself to process what has happened. This is not easy especially when the world does not wait for you to process the traumatic event. Talk with a traumatic therapist and others. Talking about the event and the feelings behind the event will help you process the trauma. Learn to understand your feelings as they come up. This is harder than it sounds and works best when working with a trauma therapist.
Traumatic Counseling FAQ
How do you heal from trauma?
Healing from trauma is not easy. It is not easy thinking about or mentally going back to the event. However, being able to process the event is important. Talking about the event will help you to understand the event itself and the feelings surrounding the event. This will also decrease you from getting triggered easily. Talking to a traumatic therapist can help guide you through this process in a safe way. Finding a support group can also be beneficial for processing trauma. Support groups can help you to hear and share a similar experience, talk experience and not feel judged or isolated.
How long does it take to recover from my trauma?
Recovery time from trauma is not one size fits all. Traumatic events vary from situation, age, duration, and many other factors. For some people recovery might take a few months and for others it might take years. You may have been wondering how not to be triggered. I can help you let go of your trauma and equip you with the tools to decrease the effects and triggers from your trauma.
What are triggers?
A trigger is a response that recalls your traumatic event. This response convinces your mind and body that you are back in that event. A trigger can be a smell, a sound, a piece of clothing, there are lots of things that can be triggering. If we don’t know what the triggers are, our minds and body can be reactive and we won’t understand why or what is happening. If you don’t understand how triggers work you may be wondering how to stop getting triggered. This can have a huge impact on your everyday life. I can help you to understand, identify your triggers and learn how to work through them.
How are triggers affecting my relationships?
Triggers can have an emotional impact on your relationships. Emotional triggers are what ignite a negative or scary memory. An emotional trigger may feel like the other person is trying to harm you however it could be stemmed from a traumatic event. If you are wondering how to stop getting triggered, working with a trauma therapist can help. I am a trauma therapist in Brentwood that can help you communicate when you’re feeling triggered.
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If you're ready for help with your traumatic event send me a text, email or give me a call. I am a traumatic therapist in the Brentwood TN area. I offer a free consultation.