Do you have ADHD but also experience symptoms consistent with trauma? As a psychotherapist, I have seen the profound impact of therapy for individuals who have experienced trauma. Through the use of talk therapy and other evidence-based techniques, I can help my clients process and work through their trauma in a safe and supportive environment. Trauma can have long-lasting effects on an individual's mental and physical health, and therapy can provide the tools and support needed to heal. Together, we can explore the root causes of the trauma, address negative thought patterns and behaviors, and develop coping strategies to manage symptoms such as flashbacks, anxiety, and depression. In addition to talk therapy, I may also incorporate other techniques such as EMDR or somatic experiencing to help clients process their trauma and improve overall well-being. With therapy, individuals can gain the tools and support needed to work through their trauma, regain a sense of safety, and move forward with greater resilience and a renewed sense of hope.
Pre-Licensed Professional, Professional Counselor Associate (OR), LMHCA (WA)
Healing can look different to different people. Ultimately, powerful healing is rooted in aligning the mind, body, and soul. This is what holistic wellness is all about. With a counseling focus on creating mental, emotional, and physical balance, you can release past trauma and create a beautiful future. We can encourage our own healing by taking up practices that restore balance to our bodies, minds, and souls. Healing is not the same as a cure, although it can be done with or without a cure as a result. It’s also not a one-and-done solution, and the aim is not to “fix” ourselves or someone else.
Unresolved trauma is a ghost that haunts us in every part of our lives. Mental, emotional and even physical consequences manifest from our past experiences, even if we don't remember them. We don't want to "go back there" yet we remain stuck, either consciously or unconsciously, until we tap into the body's innate ability to heal from the past. Together we'll work on connecting with a sense of safety and security in the present moment and work on tools for you to manage anxiety and depression. Then we'll gently begin revisiting the unprocessed trauma, bit by bit, until we've processed it through and you are free of the past.
Dr. Pinedo has worked with trauma and PTSD resulting from critical incidents (accidents, assault, war, abuse). she was trained in EMDR, critical incident debriefing, Thought Field Therapy and takes a multi-theoretical approach with clients. services provided in English and Spanish.
I have earned certification as a clinical trauma professional (CCTP) and I have extensive experience in working with mitigating the effects of trauma as an emergency medical technician, a combat medic and as a counselor and ecotherapist. Trauma, post-trauma stress and posttraumatic stress disorder does not just effect veterans, trauma can be lived, witnessed or even learned vicariously and it can have lasting effects on the mind and body. There are many ways of which to approach trauma and I will walk with you as you process your trauma experiences at your pace.
Trauma is the experience not just of what happened to us, but by how our bodies, neurology, and hearts respond to what happened to us. Traumas of 'small t' and traumas of 'big T' both create adaptions to our true selves that can lead in our being 'stuck' in ways that don't serve us, that may create more trauma, or disconnection from our true selves and to our relationships with others. We have multiple ways of healing trauma, including complex traumas, including Flash Therapy, EMDR, hypnosis, somatic work, art therapy and more. Coming back to your true self, perhaps for the first time, is not a journey to be missed.
I specifically focus on people with religious trauma. You might not have thought about your trauma as religious. But did you have a tough time growing up in a strict church environment? So did I. Maybe you didn't even realize the effect it had on you until much later in life.
I use Internal Family Systems therapy, which is an approach used specifically for trauma. However, it is not a PTSD approach. If you suffer from severe PTSD symptoms, I'm probably not the right fit for you. If you're not sure, schedule a free consultation. I can provide you with referrals to PTSD specialists if we decide that's appropriate.
I use a trauma-informed approach throughout my practice because trauma is unfortunately so common throughout the world. I focus on symptom reduction, supporting my clients to better understand how their experiences affect them in the world, and help Clients develop concrete skills to keep their energy in the present and the future rather than in the past.
Heal from the wounds of trauma and PTSD with specialized support and understanding. As a compassionate mental health practitioner, I provide personalized treatment plans and evidence-based interventions to help you navigate through painful memories and regain a sense of safety and control. Together, we'll explore effective coping strategies, process traumatic experiences, and foster resilience, empowering you to reclaim your life and find peace. Take the courageous step towards healing and transformation today.