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 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 events, for example; car accidents, sudden loss of job or relationship, or other distressing events.
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 going about their daily lives and require  support to understand and work through the trauma.

PTSD - Post traumatic Stress Disorder

According to The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health: Post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a natural emotional response to frightening or dangerous experiences that involve actual or threatened serious harm to oneself or others. However, for some people, the thoughts or memories of these events seriously affect their lives, long after any real danger has passed. These types of experiences are called “traumatic."

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. They may 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.

Counselling can help someone navigate PTSD.