“Trauma is not just an event that took place sometime in the past; it is also the imprint left by that experience on mind, brain, and body.”
- Bessel Van der Kolk, M.D., Author of The Body Keeps the Score
Trauma Therapy
Trauma isn’t always obvious, and its impact can stick with you long after what happened. Trauma can shape how you see yourself, trust others, and navigate the world. You might find yourself repeating the same patterns in relationships, trouble managing emotions, or a constant sense of unease without knowing exactly why. Maybe you often feel confused, unseen, or like your feelings don’t matter—sometimes even questioning your own worth. Therapy is a place where you can sort through these feelings and get a clearer picture of how trauma might be affecting you.
Everyone’s story is unique, and our work together is designed to support you in a way that aligns with your experiences, needs, and goals. I often like to draw on approaches such as:
Narrative Therapy, which helps you explore and reshape the stories you carry about yourself.
Control Theory, which supports a sense of agency in how you respond to life’s challenges.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), which offers tools to help you stay grounded, honor your emotions, and move toward what truly matters to you.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), which helps you identify unhelpful thought patterns, shift them, and build practical skills to manage emotions and behavior more effectively.
Trauma Isn’t Always Obvious
Trauma isn’t always limited to the traditional ideas of physical danger, combat, or loss. It can also stem from experiences that quietly shake your sense of safety and trust over time. Trauma, whether loud or silent, can leave a lasting imprint on how someone feels about themselves, others, and the world. Many people minimize their own trauma because it doesn’t seem “bad enough”—but if it hurt you or changed how you see yourself, it’s worth acknowledging. As a certified clinical trauma professional, I will help you make sense of your experiences, reconnect with your sense of self, and begin the process of healing in a way that feels grounded and empowering.
More Subtle Traumatic Experiences:
Emotional neglect (feeling unseen, unsupported, or dismissed as a child)
Chronic invalidation (being told your feelings don’t matter or are “too much”)
Verbal or psychological abuse
Bullying or social rejection
Divorce or separation of caregivers
Living in a high-conflict home
Parentification (being forced to act like the adult as a child)
Microaggressions or discrimination based on identity
Over-controlled environments
Spiritual or religious trauma (coercion, shame, exclusion)
What to Expect
Getting Started
Before our first session, you’ll fill out some paperwork about what’s bringing you to therapy. This gives me a helpful overview before we meet.
Intake assessment (50 mins)
During our first appointment we’ll talk more in depth about what you are struggling with, go over the paperwork together, and discuss your goals for therapy.
Ongoing Sessions (50 mins)
We’ll begin exploring what’s been weighing on you at a pace that feels safe and manageable. Sessions may include reflection, skill-building, or creative approaches—always shaped by your goals and what feels most helpful to you.
Frequency
I recommend weekly sessions. Trust and safety are vital to your growth and healing. As you gains skills and begin to see improvements, we may shift to biweekly sessions and adjust as needed. My goal is to help you thrive—and eventually not need me!
Rates & Insurance
All 50-minute therapy sessions are $125. I’m not in-network with insurance, but I’m happy to provide a superbill for potential out-of-network reimbursement.
Ready to get started?
If you think this might be a good fit for you, I’d love to connect. Whether you’re ready to book an appointment or just have a few questions, feel free to reach out—I’m here to help.