Trauma & PTSD Counselling

 Something is traumatic when it is very frightening, overwhelming and causes a lot of distress. Trauma is often unexpected, and many people say that they felt 
​powerless to stop or change the event.  
​It could be an event or situation that you experience yourself or
something that happens to others, including loved ones.

Trauma counselling

Trauma counselling involves a safe space, as well as compassionate and non-judgmental support, for survivors of all types of sexual violence including; historical childhood sexualized abuse and survivors of partner assault.  Topics of counselling can include: self care, processing the impacts of abuse, how to cope with the regular stresses of everyday life, resilience, and strength building.
I will work with you to help you feel safe and supported while you courageously take steps in your counselling journey. We move at your pace and comfort level. Although it can be difficult, putting time and effort into counselling can mean you take back control over your life and create positive change for yourself.

Trauma counselling also is appropriate for other traumatic events, for example; car accidents, sudden loss of job or relationship, or distsressing event.
Longer term symptoms of trauma include unpredictable emotions, flashbacks, strained relationships and even physical symptoms like headaches or nausea.  While these symptoms are natural, people sometimes have difficulty living their lives after a big life event and require emotional support to work through the trauma.

PTSD Counselling

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) often involves exposure to trauma from single events that involve death or the threat of death or serious injury. PTSD may also be linked to ongoing emotional trauma, such as abuse in a relationship.  
People experiencing PTSD can feel very nervous or ‘on edge’ all the time. Many feel startled very easily, have a hard time concentrating, feel irritable, or have problems sleeping well. They may often feel like something terrible is about to happen, even when they are safe. Some people feel very numb and detached. They may feel like things around them aren’t real, feel disconnected from their body or thoughts, or have a hard time feeling emotions.

I provide a safe space to listen to you, without judgment.
​Together, we can help you recover from PTSD and the effects of trauma.