Trauma can affect how you feel, think, and move through the world—sometimes long after the experience has passed.
If you’re also experiencing ongoing worry or racing thoughts, you may find support through my anxiety services.
Trauma-informed therapy provides a safe, supportive space to process what you’ve been through, reduce emotional distress, and begin to feel more grounded, safe, and in control again. Trauma therapy can help address symptoms of PTSD, anxiety, depression, and ongoing emotional distress.
Types of Trauma I Support
I work with a wide range of trauma experiences, including:
- Childhood trauma and emotional neglect
- Relationship and attachment trauma
- Grief and loss, including sudden or traumatic loss
- Recent or ongoing stressful experiences
- Trauma-related anxiety and overwhelm
Who This Helps
- Adults or teens who have experienced childhood or recent trauma
- Individuals struggling with PTSD, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm
- Those who feel stuck, on edge, or disconnected from themselves
- People seeking healing, safety, and emotional resilience
Many clients experiencing these challenges also benefit from support with anxiety, overwhelm, and life transitions.
My Approach to Trauma-Informed Treatment
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to your unique needs. I use evidence-based methods to help you:
- Feel safe and grounded in your body
- Regulate your nervous system
- Reduce emotional distress and triggers
- Build coping tools that support long-term healing
We move at your pace, always prioritizing your comfort and sense of safety.
I offer secure online therapy for clients in San Diego and throughout California.
How Trauma-Informed Therapy Can Help
- Reduce anxiety, overwhelm, and emotional distress
- Feel more grounded and safe in your body and daily life
- Understand and manage trauma responses and triggers
- Improve emotional regulation and coping skills
- Manage relationship challenges
- Build resilience, confidence, and a stronger sense of self
What to Expect in Trauma-Informed Therapy
Trauma therapy is paced around your comfort and needs. In our work together, we’ll focus on creating safety first, then gently exploring your experiences in a way that feels manageable and supportive.
You will never be pushed to share more than you’re ready for. The goal is not to relive your trauma, but to help you process it, reduce emotional distress, and build tools that help you feel more grounded and in control in your daily life.
Therapy is a safe, confidential space where you can move at your own pace and feel supported throughout the process.
With over 25 years of experience, I offer trauma-informed therapy in San Diego and across California via secure online sessions.
Why Work With Me
With over 25 years of experience, I offer a compassionate, collaborative approach to therapy. My goal is to create a space where you feel safe, supported, and truly understood as you work through trauma at your own pace.
Together, we’ll focus on helping you feel more grounded, build resilience, and move forward with greater clarity and confidence.
Signs You May Benefit from Trauma Therapy
You may benefit from trauma-informed counseling if you:
- Feel anxious, overwhelmed, or constantly on edge
- Struggle with intrusive thoughts or emotional overwhelm
- Have difficulty trusting others or forming relationships
- Feel disconnected, numb, or shut down
- Notice patterns from past experiences affecting your present
- Struggle with sleep or eating disturbances
Begin Today
Taking the first step toward healing can feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to do it alone.
If you’re ready—or even just curious—I invite you to schedule a free consultation. We can talk about what you’re experiencing and see if working together feels like a good fit.
If you’d like to learn more about how I support anxiety, life transitions, teens, or relationship challenges, explore those pages as well.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is trauma therapy only for major events?
A: No, trauma therapy can help with both large and small experiences that impact your emotional well-being.
Q: What are common symptoms of trauma?
A: Trauma can show up in many different ways, and not everyone experiences it the same. Common symptoms may include anxiety, feeling on edge, emotional overwhelm, intrusive thoughts, difficulty sleeping, irritability, or trouble concentrating. Some people also feel numb, disconnected, or avoid certain places or memories. Therapy can help you better understand these symptoms and learn ways to feel more grounded and in control.
Q: What types of trauma do you work with?
A: I work with a wide range of trauma experiences, including childhood trauma, relationship trauma, grief and loss, emotional neglect, and recent or ongoing stressful events. Trauma can take many forms, and therapy can help you process and heal from what you’ve experienced.
Q: What if I’m worried about reliving painful experiences in therapy?
A: It’s completely understandable to feel hesitant. In trauma-informed therapy, we move at your pace and prioritize your safety and comfort. You will never be pushed to share more than you’re ready for. The goal is not to relive your experiences, but to process them in a supportive and manageable way.
Q: How long does trauma therapy take?
A: The length of trauma therapy varies depending on your needs and goals. Some people feel relief within a few sessions, while deeper healing can take more time. We’ll move at a pace that feels right for you.
Q: Can trauma therapy help with anxiety?
A: Yes, many people who experience trauma also struggle with anxiety. Trauma-informed therapy can help you understand the connection between past experiences and current symptoms while learning tools to reduce anxiety and feel more grounded.
Q: Is trauma therapy confidential?
A: Yes, therapy is confidential, and your privacy is a priority. There are a few legal exceptions, which we can review together so you feel fully informed and comfortable.
