Trauma can leave you feeling on edge, overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck in patterns you can’t seem to change — even long after the experience has passed.
You might notice anxiety that won’t settle, intrusive thoughts, difficulty trusting others, or a sense that your body is always in “fight or flight.” If this sounds familiar, you’re not alone — and healing is possible.
Understanding Trauma and Its Impact
Trauma affects both the mind and body. It can shape how you think, feel, relate to others, and respond to stress in your daily life.
In trauma-informed therapy, we focus not only on talking through what you’ve experienced, but also on helping your nervous system feel safer and more regulated over time. The goal is not to relive painful experiences, but to gently reduce their emotional intensity so you can feel more grounded, present, and in control in your life today.
What Trauma-Informed Therapy Can Help With
I work with a wide range of trauma experiences, including:
- Childhood trauma and emotional neglect
- Relationship and attachment wounds
- PTSD and trauma-related symptoms
- Grief and loss, including sudden or traumatic loss
- Ongoing or recent stressful life experiences
- Trauma-related anxiety, panic, or chronic overwhelm
This work can help you:
- Reduce anxiety, overwhelm, and emotional distress
- Understand and manage triggers and emotional reactivity
- Feel more grounded and safe in your body and daily life
- Improve emotional regulation and coping skills
- Strengthen relationships affected by past experiences
- Build resilience, confidence, and a stronger sense of self
If anxiety is also part of what you’re carrying, additional support is available to help with that piece too.
My Approach to Trauma-Informed Treatment
Trauma-informed therapy recognizes how past experiences shape your nervous system, emotions, and relationships. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, we explore what’s underneath them — building tools for safety, regulation, and emotional stability along the way.
We start by creating safety and trust in the therapy relationship, then move at a pace that feels manageable, never overwhelming or retraumatizing. You’ll never be pushed to share more than you’re ready for. I integrate evidence-based techniques that support nervous system regulation and emotional processing, so you can feel safer in your body while we also work to reduce triggers, anxiety, and reactivity — and build practical tools for coping and long-term growth.
I offer secure online therapy from the comfort of your home or private office for clients in San Diego and wherever you are throughout California. Reach out here to schedule a free 15-minute consultation.
Signs You May Benefit From Trauma-Informed Therapy
You may benefit from trauma-informed therapy if you:
- Often feel anxious, overwhelmed, or on edge, with a nervous system that rarely feels settled
- Notice intrusive thoughts, emotional reactivity, or feeling easily triggered
- Struggle to trust others or feel emotionally disconnected
- Shut down when things feel overwhelming
- Notice past experiences still affecting your sleep, stress levels, or ability to feel grounded
Many people experiencing these symptoms also benefit from support with anxiety, depression, or life transitions alongside trauma work.
Why Work With Me
With over 26 years of experience, I bring a steady, grounded presence to trauma work. Clients often share that they feel deeply understood, never rushed, and supported at a pace that feels safe.
My approach isn’t about fixing or forcing change — it’s about helping you feel safe enough to begin healing in a way that’s sustainable and real. Together, we focus on building emotional stability, resilience, and a stronger connection to yourself.
Related Areas of Support
Trauma often touches many areas of emotional and relational wellbeing. You may also find it helpful to explore:
- Anxiety therapy for hypervigilance, overthinking, or a heightened stress response
- Depression and self-esteem support when trauma contributes to emotional numbness or disconnection
- Grief and loss counseling for bereavement or emotionally overwhelming loss
- Life transitions therapy when change activates past trauma responses
- Women’s therapy for relational trauma, caregiving roles, or emotional overwhelm
You don’t have to navigate the effects of trauma alone — therapy can help you feel safer in your body and more connected to yourself over time.
Begin Today
Reaching out for support can feel like a big step, especially when you’ve been carrying things on your own for a long time.
If you’re considering trauma therapy, this is a space where we can slow things down, talk through what you’re experiencing, and see whether working together feels like a good fit. You don’t have to have everything figured out before reaching out — we’ll begin wherever you are.
Schedule a Free 15-Minute Consultation
Frequently Asked Questions
Is trauma therapy only for major events?
No, trauma therapy can support both major and more subtle experiences that still impact your emotional well-being and nervous system.
What are common symptoms of trauma?
Trauma can show up as anxiety, hypervigilance, emotional overwhelm, intrusive thoughts, difficulty sleeping, irritability, numbness, or disconnection. Therapy can help you understand these responses and feel more grounded.
What if I’m worried about reliving painful experiences?
That’s completely understandable. Trauma therapy moves at your pace and prioritizes safety. You will never be pushed to revisit anything before you are ready.
How long does trauma therapy take?
It varies. Some people feel relief in a few sessions; deeper healing can take longer. We will move at a pace that feels right for you. Learn more about my approach and what to expect in your initial therapy sessions.
Can trauma therapy help with anxiety?
Yes — many anxiety symptoms are connected to trauma. Therapy can help you understand that connection and reduce anxiety through nervous system regulation.
Is trauma therapy confidential?
Yes, therapy is confidential, and your privacy is a priority. There are a few legal exceptions we can review together so you feel fully informed and comfortable.
Ready to connect? Schedule a free 15-minute consultation so we can talk about what you’re experiencing and how I can help.
