Where trauma is met with understanding, not judgment.
Healing from trauma is possible, and with counselling, you can regain control of your life and move toward a future filled with strength and peace.
Have past experiences been showing up in ways that feel hard to understand or manage?
Working with trauma doesn’t have to feel overwhelming or rushed. I offer a calm, supportive space where we move at your pace, focusing on safety, connection, and making sense of how your experiences continue to impact your life. My approach is relational and trauma-informed, grounded in the belief that healing happens in relationships. If this feels like the kind of support you’re looking for, I invite you to reach out.
Trauma-informed. Relationship-centred. Grounded.
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Impact of Trauma on the Mind/ Body
Trauma affects both the mind and body in profound ways. It can lead to overwhelming feelings of fear, anxiety, and helplessness, often causing a sense of disconnection from yourself and others. Physically, trauma can manifest as chronic stress, sleep disturbances, and even pain as the body holds onto the experiences of distress.
Trauma can leave emotional wounds that impact how you feel and think. You may experience mood swings, persistent sadness, guilt, or shame, and find it hard to trust others or feel safe. Unresolved trauma often leads to emotional numbness or feeling "stuck," unable to move forward from the painful event.
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Impact on Relationships
Trauma can deeply affect your relationships with others. It may lead to difficulties in maintaining healthy connections, feelings of isolation, or strained communication. You might find it challenging to trust, open up, or feel emotionally safe in relationships, which can lead to patterns of disconnection.
The lingering effects of trauma can distort your sense of self-worth, making it difficult to believe that you are deserving of love, safety, or happiness. You may carry feelings of shame, blame, or self-doubt, which can interfere with your ability to engage fully in life or form meaningful connections.
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Trauma's Long Term Impact
Without healing, trauma can lead to long-term challenges like depression, anxiety, PTSD, or difficulty managing stress. It may affect your work, relationships, and overall sense of purpose. However, with the right support, it’s possible to move beyond trauma, reclaim your life, and reconnect with your true self.
"Trauma is not what happens to you, it's what happens inside you as a result of what happened to you."
— Gabor Maté