You may be experiencing any of these:

• Anxiety and fear
• Withdrawing from others
• Feeling sad or hopeless
• Feeling disconnected or numb
• Confusion, difficulty concentrating
• Shock, denial, or disbelief
• Markedly diminished interest or participation in significant activities
• DSM 5: Persistent, distorted cognitions about the cause or consequences of the traumatic event(s) that lead the individual to blame himself/herself or others. Persistent negative emotional state (e.g., fear, horror, anger, guilt, or shame.)

Types of Trauma:

Acute trauma: This results from a single stressful or dangerous event.

Chronic trauma: This results from repeated and prolonged exposure to highly stressful events. Examples include cases of child abuse, bullying, or domestic violence.

Complex trauma: This results from exposure to multiple traumatic events.

There is Help!

Trauma can be a response to an event a person finds highly stressful. Additionally trauma can be anything a client feels traumatic. A Simply Thrive therapist is here to help! Trained and licensed therapists have the experience you need in order to heal from a traumatic experience.

If this resonates with you, each of the therapists below are equipped to help.