You are not your past.
Are you ready to stop feeling “broken,” or like something’s wrong with you? It may be time to heal unresolved trauma.
Begin Trauma TherapyYou know that the bad things that happened in your past are behind you, yet you still find yourself feeling nervous, worried and alone.
Maybe you feel like…
- You show a put together side of yourself to the world, but there is another part of you that’s suffering
- You get stuck worrying about the same things over and over
- You’re distrustful of other people and have a hard time feeling close to anyone
- You’re struggling with being fully present, often zoning out or feeling numb
- You find yourself over working, over functioning, and you only rest by scrolling on your phone or watching bad movies on Netflix
- You try to please others, disregard your own needs and boundaries in relationships, and hate sharing how you feel because you don’t want to ‘rock the boat’
And, you feel small or on edge in your relationships
- You often go out of your way to take care of other peoples’ needs. You are the ‘nice’ one, but your so dang drained and exhausted from trying to accommodate others, plan get togethers, and keep relationships alive
- You think about setting boundaries in your relationships, but it’s hard because you don’t want to upset anyone or risk them pulling away from you. At the same time, you feel like opening up about your needs wouldn’t make a difference anyway.
- You find it difficult to see family because you’re trying to have personal boundaries to take care of yourself, but you also feel guilty for having these boundaries, and you feel the pressure of needing to be present with family while they are here
You’ve spent so much time shrinking yourself in your relationships, putting your needs aside to avoid conflict or rejection. You’re tired of carrying the emotional weight, always planning, reaching out, or making things work. But setting boundaries feels risky—what if they get upset? Or worse, what if they ignore you altogether?
I want you to know:
Your needs matter. You matter.
It might feel impossible right now, but you can heal. You can have fulfilling relationships with yourself and others where you actually feel understood. Together, we can to make it so that trauma and the past don’t run your life and to help you build a life where you feel safe, secure, and seen. Trauma therapy can help you get there.
Start Trauma TherapyDo I Really Have Trauma?
When something scary or overwhelming happens to us in life, especially when that overwhelming thing gets repeated over and over again, your brain and body work together to protect you.
It’s like your body sets off an “emergency alarm” to keep you safe. But sometimes, even after the danger is gone, that alarm doesn’t completely shut off.
Instead of the memory being processed and stored away, it can get stuck in your body. This keeps your brain and body on edge, acting like the threat is still there. As a result, you might feel anxious, irritable, or jumpy, even when there’s nothing wrong in the moment.
Your body becomes super sensitive to anything that reminds it of the past—even small things like a certain smell or sound—because it’s trying to protect you. It’s not bad or broken; it just hasn’t realized that the danger is over.
When we work through the trauma, your brain and body can finally calm down. That old alarm gets turned off, and instead of reacting automatically, you can respond to situations with more ease and control. EMDR therapy helps your brain and body feel safe again.
Start TherapyTrauma can look like:
- Death of a loved one
- Early childhood emotional, physical, sexual abuse or neglect
- Abandonment by an attachment figure
- A near death experience
- Sexual assault
- Violence
- Natural disasters
However, any situation that leaves a person feeling overwhelmed, alone–even if this experience doesn’t involve death or bodily harm–can be traumatic. Trauma is defined by a person’s subjective experience. Other events that may be experienced as traumatic include:
- Childhood bullying
- Loss of a relationship, divorce, or loss of a job
- Surgery
- Diagnosis of a health condition
I help clients heal the deep trauma that lives in their bodies
I often hear people who’ve been through trauma say things like:
- “I understand rationally that it wasn’t my fault, and I shouldn’t feel bad… but I still wish I could have done something differently.”
- “I know there’s nothing wrong with me… but I can’t seem to let go of that thought.”
- “I know that I’m safe now… but I don’t feel safe.”
My approach to therapy focuses on helping that logical understanding sink into the deeper parts of your brain so you’re no longer stuck in a tug-of-war between what you “know” in your head and what you feel in your heart. Instead, you’ll feel fully aligned with believing and embodying the truths you already know.
I work with clients on a deeper level than traditional talk therapy allows. If you’ve tried traditional talk therapy before and didn’t get much out of it, be prepared for an invitation to go deeperr.
Using somatic approaches like IFS and EMDR, I’ll help you understand and have compassion for all parts of yourself so you can move past trauma and all the ways it’s been holding you back from the life you want to live.
This isn’t a cookie cutter, one sized fits all approach. I work with and get to know YOU so that all parts of you feel safe enough to explore and process trauma
Begin Trauma TherapyTrauma therapy can help you:
- Have a safe, supportive place to explore difficult experiences
- Learn healthy coping skills that actually work for you
- Reconnect with your true self and feel more in tune with your body
- Build relationships that feel secure, supportive, and authentic
- Navigate life with greater emotional resilience, confidence, and self-compassion
- Feel more empowered to recognize your worth and set boundaries that honor your needs
Frequently Asked Questions About Trauma Therapy
In my practice, I use EMDR therapy, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and somatic approaches to help clients heal from trauma. These methods are designed to support you in managing symptoms, developing stronger coping skills, and working toward true healing and recovery. By addressing the root of trauma and reconnecting with your body, we can work together to release what’s been holding you back and create space for deeper healing.
Trauma can mean different things to different people, but I think of it as something that’s happened to us that still disturbs us and affects us negatively in daily life.
You might recognize some of these common symptoms of trauma:
Flashbacks or nightmares
Dissociation or memory gaps
Trouble managing emotions
Feeling on edge or hypervigilant
Challenges in relationships
Struggling with self-esteem or negative self-image
Avoiding people, places, or situations that feel upsetting
Difficulty setting or maintaining boundaries
Trouble building or keeping healthy relationships
Social anxiety or generalized anxiety
Fear of abandonment or discomfort being alone
If any of this resonates with you, you’re not alone—and there’s a path to healing.
I’d love the chance to support you on your journey to healing from trauma! We’ll begin with a free 20-minute consultation to get to know each other and see if we’re a good fit.
I believe the connection between therapist and client is one of the most important parts of therapy. If it feels like we’re not a good fit, I’m more than happy to help you find someone who is.
The length of therapy really depends on your unique needs and goals. I’ve worked with trauma survivors for both shorter periods (6–8 sessions) and longer-term work (20+ sessions). Most people feel some relief in 6-8 sessions.
I’m trained in approaches like EMDR and IFS, which often help people find relief faster than traditional talk therapy.
Some clients come to address a specific event and may finish therapy in a shorter timeframe, while others prefer ongoing support to process multiple traumas or to have a safe space to return to when life feels overwhelming or triggering. It’s all about what works best for you.
You don’t have to live with overthinking, feeling on edge, or a constant feeling of dread. Therapy can help you heal from trauma and feel secure and seen in your relationships. My online, Colorado therapy practice specializes in helping women who are ready to heal from trauma. To start your counseling journey, follow these simple steps:
- Contact Emma at Mindful Counseling, Denver
- Meet with Emma for an intake session
- Start writing a new story and leaving trauma behind you
Other Counseling Services at Mindful Counseling, Denver
Therapy for Trauma isn’t the only service I offer at my online, Colorado therapy practice. Other mental health services Mindful Counseling, Denver provides include Feminist Counseling, anxiety therapy, and EMDR Therapy.
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