Trauma
When we go through extended periods of stress or are feeling overwhelmed all the time people do not always associate those feelings and experiences with trauma. There are “Big T” events like auto accidents, natural disasters, witnessing or experiencing violence which is what people normally think of when they think of trauma. There are also “Little t” events which over time turn into “Big T”. These are things like bullying, repeated negative experiences in a particular setting (like doctors offices or interacting with people of authority), microaggressions in the workplace or out in the community. Those still count!
You do not need to have a big awful event to warrant going to therapy or even to call something traumatic. This is where I come in. I can help guide you through the feelings of overwhelm, exhaustion, fear, hyper-vigilance, and give you the “why?”. Why your body is reacting the way it does when you walk into a crowded place and immediately feel the urge to turn around and leave. Why your brain shows you a giant wall when you try and think about something that happened and just cannot access it. I can help you with the “why?”.
You do not need to continue to wonder “why?” I can help. Click the button below to schedule a free 20 minute consultation with me.