At Thriveworks, Trauma/PTSD therapy involves dedicated efforts to address and navigate through past and/or recent traumatic events. Therapists specializing in trauma create a secure environment to process and heal from these experiences, aiming to reduce trauma-related symptoms and enhance overall quality of life.
Our Thriveworks providers use Trauma/PTSD therapy treatments like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing EMDR, CBT, and exposure therapy with the goal of helping clients process the traumatic events they have experienced so that they can to start feeling safe and secure again.
The best way to overcome PTSD triggers is to seek the assistance of a professional therapist, such as those at Thriveworks, who can help you to understand and treat your PTSD triggers.
If a client is working through a single traumatic event that occurred as an adult, trauma or PTSD therapy may only take a few months, but in general, it can take a year or more to effectively treat trauma symptoms and PTSD. The duration of treatment is highly dependent on the client and the severity of their symptoms.
The success rate of therapy for PTSD depends entirely on the individual’s symptoms, commitment to attending sessions, and personal abilities.
Trauma and PTSD Counseling in Colorado Springs, CO
When people hear “trauma,” many think of the injured solider returning from battle, a child who has endured physical abuse, or possibly a college student whose handling the aftermath of a rape. These events are absolutely traumatic. What about a son or daughter whose parents recently divorced? Or the teenager that was in a car wreck, the mother who had a miscarriage, the man whose life was altered with a physical injury or the sudden breakup of a loved one?
These are all examples of trauma. If you have endured a traumatic experience and you are struggling as a result, consider reaching out to Thriveworks Colorado Springs, CO. We’re here to help you.
What Is Trauma?
Trauma is defined as, “a deeply distressing or disturbing experience.” Any and all of the events listed can be traumatic. Think of trauma on a spectrum of 1-100, with many degrees to it. Then, mix in an individual’s history, tolerance and level of support. This will throw the spectrum completely off! Clearly, the tricky part of trauma is that an event can be traumatic for one person and not another.
If a person experiences the symptoms of trauma, does it mean they are weak? Absolutely not! There are many factors that will impact the severity of symptoms of trauma:
- The level of support they have
- The amount of additional stress they are under when the trauma occurs
- The stress tolerance level they have with day to day events
- Previous history of traumatic events
Symptoms of Trauma
- Feeling helpless and out of control
- Anxiety in all areas or specific areas of life
- Difficult memories resurfacing throughout the day and night
- Difficult emotions resurfacing throughout the day
- Feeling disconnected, isolated.
- Difficulty in trusting others
- Sleeping patterns are thrown off. Inability to fall asleep and/or nightmares
- Difficulty focusing
- Body aches, Fatigue
- Inability to make decisions
- Irritation
- Fast heartbeat
Healing from Trauma
Remember any event that is deeply distressing and disturbing can be traumatic. What can be done to help with the symptoms? Will the symptoms go away? These are great questions. Here are some tips to help a person find relief:
- Exercise – make it fun! Take your dog for a walk, find a You Tube Video to exercise with.
- Hang out with others – even if you don’t want to! It’s good for you. Many studies and doctors will say, “don’t isolate yourself”.
- Take care of yourself. Sleep. Eat well. Find ways to relax.
- Be mindful. Breathe. Experience what you are sensing. Don’t judge yourself.
- Seek a professional’s help. If you are feeling extreme symptoms or you’ve tried these tips and they aren’t helping – get help.
How can Thriveworks help?
A counselor at Thriveworks Colorado Springs can help people move past their trauma – on to living with passion and joy instead of fear and dread. Our providers have experience and training to meet you where you are in your trauma and move forward with you. Call us today to schedule 719-266-3919
What to expect at Thriveworks Colorado Springs:
- Modern and comfortable offices
- No wait list. We can meet with you this week.
- Online scheduling
- In-person and online options
- We take insurance!
We look forward to meeting you or your loved one. Don’t endure the pain of trauma on your own.
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