Trauma

Understanding Trauma at Just Now Therapy

Trauma is often misunderstood as the event itself, but trauma is actually the emotional and psychological reaction to a distressing experience. Whether the event is a car accident, natural disaster, or a more personal experience like abuse or neglect, the impact it has on your mind and body is what defines it as trauma. At Just Now Therapy, I help individuals process their trauma, heal from it, and move forward with resilience.

What Is Trauma?

Trauma is not about the event, but about how our minds and bodies react to it. When something distressing happens, our brains tag it as a dangerous event and store it in a different area, separate from regular memories. This is why traumatic memories often feel more vivid, emotional, and difficult to recall without re-experiencing the distress. While not everyone who experiences a traumatic event will develop a disorder like PTSD, unprocessed trauma can lead to significant emotional and psychological difficulties.

How I Can Help

At Just Now Therapy, I specialize in helping clients process their trauma in a safe and supportive environment. Through evidence-based therapies such as Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and mindfulness practices, we’ll work together to integrate these memories into your regular memory system, reducing their emotional volatility and helping you regain control over your life.

Healing from Trauma

Processing trauma doesn’t mean erasing the memory—it means reshaping your relationship with it. By revisiting and working through these memories, you can reduce their emotional intensity and prevent them from controlling your present and future. At Just Now Therapy, I’m here to guide you through this process, offering the support and tools you need to heal and thrive.