Trauma Therapy

Do You Keep Re-Experiencing Painful Or Distressing Trauma?

Are you unable to let go of trauma from the past, constantly thinking about your experience or reliving it through nightmares? Have your angry, defensive, isolating or fearful responses to trauma begun to impact your relationships? Do you have a history of interpersonal trauma or were you the victim of physical or sexual abuse as a child? Maybe you have trouble differentiating the past from the present and continue to relive painful experiences like a car accident, violent crime or abuse. Perhaps you have tried to find effective trauma treatment solutions, such as attending regular therapy, but haven’t experienced the results you need. Or you might worry that seeking trauma will make you appear weak and lead to further traumatic experiences or bullying. When left unresolved, the emotional difficulties and stresses of trauma can manifest as depression, anxiety and panic. You may feel stuck in the past, wondering if you’ll ever be able to move on. Do you wish you could effectively let go of fear, effectively process your trauma and live an empowered and joyful life?

Many Individuals Don’t Seek Trauma Therapy

Almost 9 percent of the population suffers from Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), and up to 50 percent of individuals cope with trauma at some point in their lives. There are millions of adults and adolescents suffering from trauma, and many, if not most, are unaware that their challenges with anxiety, depression, addiction or relationship issues stem from unresolved trauma. People experience a variety of symptoms, from constantly being on edge to feelings of disconnection, without a concrete explanation as to why. Oftentimes, when people are unable to differentiate between the past and present, their bodies interpret traumatic or distressing memories as immediately threatening. Mental and physical responses like anxiety, panic, stress or fear can be triggered by people, places, sounds or smells. We aren’t always aware of how past trauma is affecting our lives, as a result, it can be difficult to recognize when we need trauma therapy.

But, there is good news! Trauma therapy at The Counseling Center (TCC) in Towson can help you process and move past painful memories so you can enjoy the present and feel hopeful about the future.

Trauma Therapy Can Help You Understand And Process Painful Memories

When you are suffering from trauma, you are often unable to differentiate the past from the present. As a result, you may relive the experience, including painful emotions and distressing physical symptoms. At TCC, our goal is not to make you forget about the past, but to help you view it through a safer lens. With compassionate guidance and support, you can feel like you are watching a movie instead of reliving a traumatic experience.