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Understanding Trauma & PTSD
Trauma occurs when experiences overwhelm the nervous system and sense of safety. PTSD can develop after traumatic events and may cause distress long after the experience has passed. Trauma can affect how you feel, think, and relate to the world, but experiencing these symptoms does not mean you’re broken.
You’re not alone, and healing is possible with the right support.
Common Symptoms of PTSD & Trauma
While responses to trauma vary from person to person, some of the more common trauma responses may include:
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Flashbacks or intrusive memories
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Nightmares or sleep disturbances
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Hypervigilance or feeling constantly on edge
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Avoidance of reminders of the trauma
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Emotional numbness or detachment
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Difficulty trusting others or feeling safe
How Therapy Can Help
We support you in learning how to grow around your trauma, not rush past it. Through mindful, trauma-informed practices, we help create space for healing and growth while honoring your need for safety, stability, and choice. Your experiences are met with care, respect, and a pace that feels right for you.
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At Roots to Ground Counseling, trauma therapy may include:
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Building emotional and physical safety
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Regulating the nervous system
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Processing traumatic experiences at a manageable pace
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Reducing trauma responses and triggers
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Rebuilding trust and self-compassion
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Restoring a sense of control and empowerment
How Roots to Ground Counseling
Can Support You
A Safe Space for Healing
At Roots to Ground Counseling, safety is the foundation of trauma work. We prioritize consent, collaboration, and choice, ensuring therapy feels grounding rather than overwhelming. You don’t need to relive every detail of what happened to heal. Your sense of safety comes first.
Take the Next Step
​Reaching out for trauma support can feel vulnerable, especially if trust has been impacted. Taking this step doesn’t require you to share everything right away.
At Roots to Ground Counseling, you’ll be met with compassion, patience, and respect. You don’t have to carry this alone.