Accomplishing the types of everyday tasks that many people take for granted can present an overwhelming challenge for trauma survivors. Seemingly simple activities like going to the grocery store, driving to an appointment, or attending an event in support of family may seem impossible in the aftermath of trauma. When functioning properly, the fight, flight,… Read More
How to help in the aftermath of trauma
As a trauma specialist, I’m the one people turn to after they have survived the most horrific of human experiences. Sometimes this happens immediately after the traumatic event. Other times, it takes years or even decades. Even though I’m a professional, whenever someone trusts me with this type of disclosure, I worry about my ability… Read More
Getting Close After Trauma
One of the biggest challenges trauma survivors face is in developing and maintaining relationships. Understandably, survivors of interpersonal trauma have experienced a profound violation of trust in a relationship that should have been trustworthy, but they are not the only trauma survivors who struggle with getting close to others. I often hear things like “I… Read More