Childhood Trauma

Navigating the path of healing from childhood trauma requires a compassionate guide. Our therapy services are tailored for individuals who have weathered adverse events during their formative years. Whether it’s the lingering effects of physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, neglect, witnessing violence, or other significant disruptions, we are here to provide a safe and supportive space for your journey toward healing.

Types of Childhood trauma

Childhood trauma can have a profound impact on various aspects of life, including work, relationships, and overall well-being. Clients may seek therapy when the effects of their trauma significantly interfere with their ability to function or enjoy a satisfying and fulfilling life.

  • Description: Involves the intentional use of force causing injury or bodily harm to a child.

    Effects: Physical injuries, emotional distress, and potential long-term physical and mental health issues.

  • Description: Involves behaviors that cause emotional harm, such as constant criticism, humiliation, or rejection.

    Effects: Low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and challenges in forming healthy relationships.

  • Description: Involves non-consensual sexual activities with a child, causing physical and emotional harm.

    Effects: Trauma-related disorders, difficulty with intimacy, and a range of emotional and behavioral issues.

  • Description: Failure to provide for a child's basic needs, including food, shelter, supervision, and emotional support.

    Effects: Physical health issues, emotional difficulties, and challenges in forming attachments.

  • Description: Exposure to violence between caregivers or within the family environment.

    Effects: Emotional trauma, increased risk of mental health issues, and potential perpetuation of violent behaviors.

  • Description: Exposure to violence in the community, such as crime or gang-related incidents.

    Effects: Increased anxiety, fear, and potential behavioral problems.

  • Description: Traumatic experiences related to medical treatment or illness, including surgeries or chronic health conditions.

    Effects: Anxiety, fear of medical settings, and potential impact on overall mental health.

Generational trauma

Recognizing intergenerational trauma can be complex, as its effects may manifest in various ways and individuals may not immediately connect their struggles to historical family trauma. However, some common signs and experiences may indicate someone is grappling with intergenerational trauma. It can look like recurrent patterns of dysfunction in your relationships, unexplained emotional or behavioral challenges, lack of knowledge or awareness of how family history is impacting you, sudden or unexplained emotional triggers, challenges with attachment, self-destructive behaviors, and a sense of disconnection or alienation from others which leads to long-term effects of feeling misunderstood.