TRAUMA COUNSELING
Trauma Counseling in-person in Sacramento, virtually in CA
For Children, Teens and Adults
How do I know if my child is suffering from trauma?
Trauma takes a physical and psychological toll. There is a huge difference in how children experience trauma, interpret, and react to it. The most important thing to remember is that traumatic events leave a long-lasting imprint on the child's psyche. It changes the course of their life if not treated in a timely manner.
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For a child, traumatic experiences could be varied. Some of these are:
Moving to a new town or city, parents separating or divorcing, serious illness or death in the family, mental health issues of parents, physical, emotional, and verbal abuse by an adult, and bullying by peers.
If your child is affected by witnessing or experiencing a traumatic event, they may be showing symptoms mentioned below-
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Lack of focus
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Loss of interest in activities
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Daydreaming
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Difficulty sleeping at night or staying asleep
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Being defiant or angry
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Getting emotional frequently or being numb
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Hypervigilance
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Change in eating habits
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Low academic performance
As a parent, you want to do everything possible to see your child happy again. You are trying your best and I can help.
Let’s work together to help your child heal and thrive.
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​Give me a call for a free 20 minute phone consultation.
My clients have benefited from Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) which is an evidence-based model for processing childhood trauma. It is effective in significantly improving children’s emotional and behavioral health while reducing PTSD, anxiety, and depressive symptoms. I also use CBT, Play Therapy techniques and art to help children and teens process their experience and alleviate the impact.
How do I know if I am experiencing symptoms of trauma?
Trauma presentation in adults looks a little bit different. Although almost all the symptoms mentioned above remain the same the outcome looks different. The physical effects of trauma are related to significant health issues like diminished function of the immune system or increased risk of blood pressure and heart failure. The psychological effects of trauma can result in increased risk-taking behavior, substance abuse, loss of employment, relationship issues, grief, eating disorders.
You might have noticed being in the funk, feeling hopeless and helpless about living your dream life.
If you are feeling like you are a slave to your past, unable to move forward in life;
Do not wait to get help. Let's reshape your life.
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Working on trauma sounds scary, but you will find that it will liberate you.
My specialized training and extensive experience would help you heal and move forward in life. I use a holistic and collaborative approach to guide you to find your authentic self and be happy again. I am trained in complex trauma modalities. My sessions are catered to your unique needs. They are dotted with light moments when we can laugh together while working on serious issues.
Give me a call for a free 20-minute phone consultation at 916-220-6632 or click on the button.