"Trauma isn't just about what happened — it's about what you had to carry afterward. Trauma therapy offers a steady, judgment-free space to make sense of your reactions, ease the weight of overwhelm, and feel more present in your life again."
A short email, a certain tone of voice, or an argument with someone you love can suddenly make your body feel like it's back in a much earlier moment. Learning to recognize trauma triggers can help you respond with more understanding—and a lot less self-blame.
A difficult childhood does not always look dramatic from the outside. You may have learned to stay agreeable, take care of everyone else, excel under pressure, or handle problems alone. Years later, those strategies can leave you feeling anxious, disconnected, ashamed, or constantly on alert....
Vicarious trauma, also called secondary trauma, is a type of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) that occurs when people absorb the emotional weight of others’ distress. First responders, therapists, healthcare workers, and caregivers are especially vulnerable, but anyone consistently exposed to others’ suffering can be affected....