Recovery from Neglect, Sexual, Physical, and Emotional Trauma
Recovery from parental neglect, sexual, physical, and emotional trauma, as well as, the witness to extreme violence is possible. Recent research has identified areas of the brain that are affected after trauma, which left untreated can interfere with happiness over the whole lifetime. The good news is that psychotherapy is effective in reconfiguring the functioning of the brain.
Therapy based on active listening and empathic response to ensure accurate understanding and respect for the client's story.
Male and female clients accepted
Client lead pace of recovery.
Client establishes safety, trust and boundary.
Sensitive exploration up to triggers leading to unwanted flooding.
Historical narrative expanded upon through mutual communication and trust building.
Reparative, healing experience leading to recognition of inner strengths and a healthy adult perspective.
Active interventions using up-to-date brain research
Home Exercises
Cognitive therapy to gain control of unwanted thoughts and feelings
Use of hypnosis, somatic awareness and EMDR, as needed