One of the most significant shifts online therapy brings is removing geography as a barrier. For people dealing with trauma, the practical barriers alone, travel, rigid appointment times, limited...
After experiencing trauma, the world can feel fundamentally unsafe. Everyday situations, sounds, or even certain smells can trigger intense fear or distress that seems completely disproportionate to the moment....
One of the most confusing and discouraging experiences in trauma recovery is feeling worse after starting therapy. For many people, this comes as a shock. If treatment is supposed...
Childhood trauma can have a lasting impact on the way we think, feel, and relate to others. Experiences such as abuse, neglect, or emotional invalidation can shape the nervous...
Many people assume that Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) appears immediately after a traumatic event, but that’s not always the case. For some individuals, PTSD symptoms can emerge months or...
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can develop after experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event. It often brings symptoms such as flashbacks, nightmares, hypervigilance, and emotional numbness, all of which can...
Opening up about trauma is never easy, but for those living with complex trauma, finding the words can feel especially difficult. Unlike single-incident trauma, complex trauma typically results from...
Trauma is often stored in the body as well as the mind, which means healing isn’t only about talking; it also involves physical and emotional release. When someone begins...
Healing from trauma is not a one-size-fits-all journey—it takes time, support, and structure. While everyone’s experience is unique, many therapists recognise six key stages in the trauma recovery process....
Many people who have experienced trauma wonder if they can heal on their own, using self-help techniques and personal coping strategies. While mindfulness, journaling, and exercise can provide temporary...