Trauma Therapists in Bergen County
You can heal
from your trauma
Trauma affects the body and mind
Trauma has a way of sneaking up on us. It can come out of nowhere. One minute, you’re perfectly fine, then the next you’re experiencing panic attacks, nightmares, angry outbursts, sudden pangs of loneliness, or physical illness. You find that no matter what you do, there are always triggers. You’re scared you may never be who you were before experiencing this trauma, and you fear you may never get over it. The good news is you can move forward, even if you aren’t aware of, or identify, something specific from your past causing these symptoms. All of our therapists approach individuals through a trauma lens. We are here to help make those connections with you so you can heal from your trauma and live a happy, fulfilling life.
Trauma Impacts Everyone Differently
Every experience we have leaves a mark and shapes us to who we are and who we will become. The good, the bad, the ugly. Some people hear the word trauma and can identify a difficult upbringing, relationship, or event. Others may not be aware that something from their past has left a lasting impact on who they are and how they respond to the outside world today. Everyone’s reactions to traumatic events are also different, with some finding themselves able to move through the trauma with resilience, while others have difficulty processing the emotional and physical impacts they are experiencing. We will help you uncover the cause of the trauma and guide you on a journey of healing, empowering you to take control of your life.
We Help Women Heal from All Types of Traumatic Experiences
There are so many possible causes of trauma, such as:
- Physical abuse
- Sexual assault or abuse
- Emotional abuse
- Violent crime
- Being in an accident
- Death of a loved one
- Military service or combat
- A serious illness or medical procedure
- Witnessing someone else being hurt or killed
- Natural disasters
- Actions witnessed as a first responder
It’s scary to be vulnerable, but freedom can be found in digging deep and allowing yourself to process how you are feeling. At Your Path to Empowerment, we offer a safe space to explore your thoughts, emotions, responses, and behaviors. In our offices, you will be heard, valued, understood, and empowered to make the necessary changes to escape the hold the trauma has on you.
Recognizing the Negative Effects of Trauma
Traumatic events can leave a lasting effect on our body and mind, and manifest themselves in many ways, including:
- Sadness
- Anger
- Shame
- Fear
- Panic attacks
- Difficulty sleeping and nightmares
- Low self-esteem
- Mood swings
- Difficulty concentrating
- Intrusive flashbacks of the trauma
- Detaching from friends and family
- Feeling on edge
- Headaches
- Stomach issues
- Startling easily
- Avoiding people and places that remind you of the trauma
- Crying easily
- Feeling numb
If you’ve experienced trauma and any of these symptoms sound familiar, you could benefit from professional help. We’re here to teach you the strategies you need to heal.
We Take a Holistic Approach to Treating Trauma
At Your Path to Empowerment, we take a holistic perspective to treating trauma. We see trauma as impacting not just the mind, but also the body and spirit. Your treatment plan will incorporate a variety of therapy modalities to help you understand and process the traumatic event and develop coping strategies so you can heal and find peace.
Therapy Can Help You Regain Control of Your Life
Through therapy, you will learn to understand the trauma you experienced, along with your personal triggers, so you can manage your symptoms and take back control.
During your sessions, we’ll help you:
- Make sense of the traumatic experience
- Develop coping skills to deal with negative thoughts and feelings
- Eliminate or reduce trauma triggers
- Reduce sadness, anger, irritability, anxiety and fear
- Improve relationships
- Rebuild your sense of self
Together, we’ll help you confront your trauma and teach you ways to cope so you can live a more fulfilled life.
