TRAUMA THERAPY
Trauma can deeply impact our way of functioning in the world, deterioriating our physical health, sense of self, relationships, and ability to move through the world freely and safely. While healing from trauma can feel like a solo journey, we know connection with others, reflection in safe spaces, and a sense of belonging within community are sustainable antidotes to overcoming the effects of trauma. All of our therapists are have a trauma-informed practice, and we are increasingly able to offer evidence-based trauma therapy.
Evidence-Based Trauma Therapy
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
EMDR is an evidence-based practice used to treat Post-Traumatic Stress Disorders by stimulating bilateral brain activity and changing the way a traumatic memory lives in the brain. Unlike other trauma therapies, EMDR does not deal with resulting emotions and behaviors from trauma, but the memory itself.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
IFS is a therapy model oriented toward supporting individuals in uplifting their deepest, wisest Self, as opposed to over-functioning protective subpersonalities. This model is proven to work well with victims of trauma by emphasizing self-compassion and acceptance.
Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET)
NET is an evidence-based trauma treatment for clients with complex trauma histories. This treatment includes revisiting one's life events through a symbolic timeline to create a coherent life narrative, contextualizing the traumatic events.
