Traumatic stress symptoms can occur after a near death experience, abuse, assault, car accidents, or any experience that puts a person at real or perceived risk of significant harm. Symptoms may include anxiety, irritability, behavioral or mood changes, flashbacks, nightmares, feelings of guilt and shame, and many more.
Children can experience traumatic stress after one or multiple trauma events. Adults can experience symptoms of traumatic stress due to incidents that occurred during childhood or as an adult.
At The Therapy Farm, we know how important it is to get help as soon as possible when you start experiencing symptoms of traumatic stress, or post-traumatic stress disorder (commonly known as PTSD). A respectful and compassionate therapist will help you work through your trauma and learn skills to feel better both in the short and long term.
We utilize evidence based techniques including EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness and relaxation. Additionally, we are certified in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, a proven and effective treatment for children and adolescents recovering from trauma.
In our trauma counseling, we combine these evidence based techniques with creative interventions including animal assisted therapy, art, nature and play to most effectively treat your symptoms of traumatic stress.
When working with children who have experienced trauma, a parent or caregiver is highly encouraged to participate in parts of treatment to provide the best experience and recovery for you and your child. Time is spent at the beginning or end of each for the therapist will provide education and support one on one to the parent or caregiver.
Whether you have experienced sexual assault, abuse, a car accident or another trauma, we are here to walk with you through the healing process. Give us a call today to learn more.
