LOVELY MINDS COUNSELING

Therapy for Trauma

IN DENVER, COLORADO & ONLINE ACROSS FLORIDA

Are you living your life as a human weighted blanket, with the pressure of thoughts, feelings, body sensations, and experiences…

Maybe something happened recently that was a breaking point for you... or perhaps you know the specific moment in your life that was the point of no return. 

Here you are now... feeling so numb and yet surprisingly hyper aware of the world, little things are becoming big issues, your anxiety is through the roof, your relationships are suffering, you can't focus on what you need to do, and you are so overwhelmed that you just want to disappear. But despite all that...

You are ready to take back your life and feel like you again.

You are stronger, more resilient, and braver than you may feel in this moment. The amount of courage it takes to seek help is the biggest and hardest step, and here you are!

Therapy can help you break the hold trauma has on you.

Trauma is when someone experiences a disturbing or life-threatening event. The body and mind is flooded with stress, overwhelms our nervous system, and causes unpleasant responses.

Trauma can be abuse, witnessing violence, sudden loss, bullying, environmental factors (national disasters, pandemic, ect), emotional and psychological mistreatment, severe stressors in daily life, unhealthy relationships, health factors, family matters... you name it. Trauma is more about how you respond to significant matters versus what the cause is.

Traumatic events or experiences look different for some and similar for others, but how a person copes with it is always unique for each and every one.

Trauma therapy needs to be individualized to you, not just based on what the event or experience was.

If you or your teen have experienced sexual abuse or assault, please see the link below to learn more on how I can help!

How trauma therapy looks with me…

We will take it as slow or as fast as you need. You are the expert of your trauma. We will build the foundation that is needed to make sure that you are ready to process your story and have all the tools to feel in control...but more importantly safe.

For some, they need more time to build up on regulation tools or even feel that they are far from harm's way. Others, are ready to jump in. There is no right or wrong... I am here to support you along your journey. I am the lantern that is lighting the way, you choose the path and direction. 

No trauma is too heavy for me to hold. I’m here for you...the lovely, fearful, courageous, and worthy you.

If traditional therapy has not worked and you would like to deeply process your trauma...EMDR therapy might be a good fit for you. As a trauma focused therapist, I understand that sometimes it takes different approaches to process trauma. I am certified utilizing EMDR with clients. This means that I have additional trainings, consultations, and clinical experience utilizing EMDR with complex trauma beyond basic training.

Trauma therapy can help you…

Deeply process upsetting, impactful, and traumatic experiences.

Feel safe again in your body and environment around you.

Be more in control of your emotions and thoughts.

Process any negative beliefs you have about yourself or the world.

No longer feel as if you are constantly in "fight or flight".

Identify your triggers and work through them.

Your story is worth sharing no matter how big or small.

Some trauma reactions you may have been noticing…

  • You are taking your feelings out on your loved ones, avoiding anything that is related to the trauma, afraid to be alone or isolating yourself, hurting your own body, bursts of anger take over, using drugs and alcohol to escape…

  • Guilt, shame, angry, numb, nervous, helpless, moody, hopeless about the future, feeling different from others around you, betrayed, and depressed are some of the feelings you are noticing…

  • You are feeling like you are reliving the trauma, always on guard or constantly alert, feel disconnected from your body, easily startled, trouble sleeping, low energy or hyperactive, your body is constantly feeling of panic…

  • Your mind is flooded with thoughts of “everyone is unsafe”, “I am a bad person”, “It’s my fault”. Flashbacks, thinking of the trauma often, forgetting parts of the trauma, difficulty concentrating, thinking nothing good will ever happen, not trusting others, thinking about dying, thoughts and pictures of what happened pop into your head..

Trauma is like a deep bleeding wound, our body is trying its best to heal it, but sometimes it just needs a little help. Rather than putting on a band-aid and hoping that it will heal (which it might, but it may also get infected), lets go deep to make sure that it is clean, so that it can truly heal. Yes, it will be uncomfortable and you may be left with a scar, but it will no longer be causing you pain or distress.

Ready to take the next step?

FAQ’s on Trauma Therapy

  • It is completely normal to compare your trauma to others and feel that what you experienced is not as heavy.

    But I am also here to tell you that... what you went through and what you are feeling is just as valid. I am here for you.

  • That is completely okay! While some people are ready to process their trauma right away, others take years to get to a point where they feel comfortable to start trauma therapy. I empower you to connect within yourself and once you do feel ready, to reach out for support.

  • I follow you, I will never push you past your comfort zone. With all of my clients, I make sure to take some time to build comfort and safety in sessions. I would never have you process your hardest moments before you feel ready to do so and have the tools to regulate yourself in session and at home.

  • For majority of my professional career, I have worked with clients who are navigating the waves of trauma. I am TF-CBT trained, EMDR Certified, have advanced trainings to work with complex trauma, and continue to grow my knowledge by seeking out consultation when needed, by regularly participating in advanced trainings, and by learning other trauma informed modalities.

    Though I am confident in my therapeutic abilities, I understand that behind all the trainings and certifications a therapist can pursue, there needs to be a fundamental connection with clients. This is why I make it a priority to build comfort and safety with all of my clients.

  • There are no set amount of sessions for trauma therapy. This truly depends on you and what your goals for therapy. Every single one of us is unique with our own experiences and our journey towards healing.

  • Schedule your free 15 minute phone consultation! This is a chance for us both get to know one another and see if we are a good fit based on your therapy needs. Additionally, a time for myself to help answer any questions you may have about therapy or expectations.