Trauma and PTSD therapists in San Luis Obispo, California CA
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Trauma and PTSD
Erik Edler
Counselor/Therapist, MA, LMFT
We live in a world where traumatic experiences are all too common. Frightening and even life-threatening events happen around us and may even invade a person's life; we call these experiences "shock trauma." Many people have also experienced "developmental trauma," when every day of growing up they faced intensely difficult circumstances. Trauma and PTSD take a terrible toll on a person's mental and emotional health and wellbeing. Generally speaking, it doesn't just go away on it's own; it requires treatment. I am here to help, and would be happy to answer any questions you have.
23 Years Experience
In-Person in San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Online in San Luis Obispo, California
Trauma and PTSD
Inner Expansions Therapy Services
Counselor/Therapist
When a person experiences a single event trauma like a car accident their entire world changes almost instantly. When a person has repeated traumas over time, like a difficult childhood their outlook on the world shifts. Many trauma survivors have a hard time feeling safe and secure. Survivors may begin to feel anxious and depressed, they may have trouble sleeping or nightmares, and may experience other behavioral changes that are frightening to them and their loved ones.
When you have experienced trauma and begin to see some of the symptoms of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), it’s time to explore treatment so you can begin healing. The idea of therapy can sometimes feel scary and overwhelming to people with PTSD. But trauma therapy is really something that can be very empowering. With the help of a caring and qualified mental health professional the person can begin to process past events in a safe way.
Trauma therapy such as EMDR and IFS has the potential to actually change the way your brain works through what is called neuroplasticity. Neuroplasticity means our brains and neural pathways (how we think and feel) can change. Through specific therapy tools and strategies we can retrain our brains to let go of the fear and begin to heal.
15 Years Experience
In-Person Near San Luis Obispo, CA
Online in San Luis Obispo, California
Trauma and PTSD
KIM RICHARDSON LINDLEY
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, I CADC II
I am trained in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), a safe and impactful modality to treat trauma.
15 Years Experience
Online in San Luis Obispo, California
Trauma and PTSD
Dr. Catherine Ferreira-Babor, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Psy.D.
Working through trauma and PTSD is very, very possible. We each react to trauma differently, usually based on our family history. I can help you with symptom management, coping skills, processing traumatic material, and, ideally, getting to a phase of post-traumatic growth. But surrounding yourself with people who do not blame you, who don't try to dictate what you should do, who don't inadvertently take your personal power over your own life away in an effort to help - this is vital. I find that I am often the only person, initially, in the victim's life who listens to what YOU have to say. But I can help you eventually express your needs and develop self-advocacy.
27 Years Experience
Online in San Luis Obispo, California
Trauma and PTSD
Debbie Bauer
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
I believe everyone has the potential to meet and overcome life's obstacles. I am direct and empathetic, providing a safe and compasssionate place to work with you through life's challenges and to regain stability in your life. Call or email today to begin making your life more manageable.
21 Years Experience
Online in San Luis Obispo, California