A trauma-informed approach recognizes that difficult, overwhelming, or frightening experiences can influence how people feel, respond to stress, and relate to themselves and others.
It involves paying attention to emotional safety, trust, collaboration, and each person’s readiness to explore difficult experiences.
This doesn’t mean that everyone needs to discuss their past or that all psychological difficulties are caused by trauma.
Our clinicians consider how past and present experiences may be affecting you while working collaboratively to identify your needs and goals.
Depending on the concerns, treatment may focus on developing coping skills, understanding emotional responses, addressing trauma-related symptoms, or exploring experiences that continue to affect everyday life.
You don’t need to share everything at once. Your therapist will work with you to consider what is appropriate and helpful.