Therapy for trauma in New Orleans, LA
You are more than what happened to you.
Something from your past is blocking your future.
You want to move on and feel better but you feel stuck in an endless cycle of anxiety, shame and loneliness. You cope with these feelings by over-eating, over-drinking and over-working. You put others needs before your own because you don’t feel like you are worth it. You feel like you “should” be “over this” and you blame yourself for hanging on instead of moving forward.
Regardless of your experience, you may have noticed…
Difficulty relaxing because you’re always “on edge.”
Feeling or acting as if the event is happening again.
Isolating yourself for fear that others would judge you if they knew.
Therapy for Trauma can help.
Your situation might feel scary now, but you can heal from this. I’ll help you through this process, tailoring each step to your unique needs and circumstances. Together, we can break the cycle and find the healing that you deserve.
It’s time to write a new chapter.
Does my experience count as trauma?
You may be feeling like your problems aren’t big enough or bad enough to be considered “trauma.” Everyone’s experiences are different, but everyone’s experiences are valid. Sometimes trauma looks like a single big event, such as a car accident. Other times it looks like a long series of events, such as verbal, physical or sexual abuse in childhood or relationships.
In therapy together, we will work on examining how your painful experiences are affecting your life today. Then, we will build the skills you need in order to process your past and move towards a more confident and resilient future.
Specializing in trauma therapy for…
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It can be hard to imagine a happy life and trusting relationships after your most intimate parts have been violated. I can help you to reclaim your power and find a new sense of peace in your life.
I find that Cognitive Processing Therapy can be a helpful tool to heal from sexual abuse, rape or any other kinds of sexual violence.
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As children, we depended on our caregivers to love and nurture us so we can grow. When those caregivers neglect us, harm our bodies or use harsh words that put us down, it stops our development. This break impacts every other relationship we will have in our lives. With support, you can heal from these wounds and create the life and relationships you need to prosper now.
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Whether you have experienced a hurricane, tornado or any other natural disasters, it is normal to feel angry, scared or stressed out. You may have lost your home or belongings and feel unsure about the future. It can be very hard to cope with these feelings when you aren’t sure how you will pay for the repairs.
Cognitive Processing Therapy can be one tool to help you sort through your feelings and process what happened. Let’s chat about your experience and see if CPT may be right for you.
Frequently asked questions about trauma therapy
FAQs
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I personalize each person’s treatment based on their situation and needs. I have received extensive training in Cognitive Processing Therapy, which can be a helpful tool to treat certain kinds of trauma.
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This depends on your specific needs and goals. Some clients only need a few months, others need longer periods of time.
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There is no “one size fits all” definition of trauma. If you experienced something that felt traumatic, then it was traumatic. Your experience and feelings are valid and I can help you process and heal from them.
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1. Let’s start with a free 15 minute conversation where I will get some basic information and answer any questions you may have.
2. If you feel good about working with me, then I will send you my intake paperwork for you to complete.
3. Once you have completed the documents, we will schedule our first appointment.