If an individual is working through a single event that occurred during adulthood, they may only need a few months of treatment. However, in instances of childhood trauma or repeated traumatic events, therapy may continue over the course of years. Trauma therapy usually ends when the client believes they have met their therapeutic goals, however long that takes to occur. Thriveworks therapists in Dover, DE will continue to provide care for as long as necessary to help clients meet their therapeutic needs.
Dover, DE—Trauma Therapy
Thriveworks Dover understands that the mental and emotional scarring a traumatic event can cause makes it seem like healing from a trauma is impossible. Especially when it starts influencing your social life, your job, your ability to sleep, and so much more. These are real, valid doubts, just like your individual experience.
Yes, the pain, anxiety, depression, anger, and everything else that goes into the healing process is real. But they don’t have to weigh you down forever. Healing is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone. Healing from a trauma isn’t always comfortable, it can be exhausting and an uphill battle. Thriveworks Dover respects the strength it takes just to read this and reach out for help. Call us or book online to get started.
What Are Some Symptoms of Trauma?
Here are some common symptoms for people struggling with a trauma:
- Recurrent, painful dreams
- Flashbacks
- Emotional numbness
- Jittery/always on edge
- Difficulty concentrating
- Hesitancy to open up to other people, even those you trusted before the trauma
- Persistent fear, horror, anger, guilt, or shame
- Diminished interest in activities you previously enjoy
- Difficulty feeling positive emotions
- A general feeling of detachment from the world or yourself
- Continuous feeling of discomfort in stomach and gut
Everyone’s experience with trauma will be different. This can be an isolating and lonely experience—even people who supposedly are going through what you are don’t quite understand your unique situation. That’s one of the reasons seeing a professional counselor can be helpful. Thriveworks Dover strives to make sure you’re not alone as you go through this process. We are here to listen and guide you toward your ideal self.
How Can Trauma Counseling Help?
Thriveworks Dover counselors make sure to individualize each session. You and your experiences are unique, so the therapy process should be too. Our goal will always be to walk beside you, not tell you what to do. We have years of experience exploring the human psyche and learning the best ways to cultivate healing and growth, but you are the only expert on yourself. We are just here to help point a light at some of the darker areas.
Some of the proven techniques we use include:
- Education on the symptoms of trauma
- Learning effective coping skills when symptoms do flare up (things like relaxation exercises, anger-management techniques and guided imagery).
- Guidance on how to better manage sleep, exercise and diet—which may have been severely impacted by the traumatic event and are vital in the healing process.
- Identify and address any guilt, self-blame, or other negative emotions surrounding what happened. The trauma is not your fault.
- Walk through the lingering fear and anxiety. It can be painful, but the unaddressed emotions play a large part in the negative aftermath of a trauma.
- Address any comorbid struggles such as anxiety or depression.
Scheduling Trauma Counseling at Thriveworks Dover
Thriveworks Dover understands that coping with a trauma is complex, time consuming, and oftentimes exhausting. We are trained to maximize the healing process so you can get the life you want to have—the one you deserve—faster than before.
Your present does not have to be lost to your past. We are excited to hear from you and start the process of healing together. When you reach out to schedule, you’ll get to choose from evening and weekend options, in-person and online care, and additional convenient options. Plus, we accept most major insurances. Contact us today to get started.
