With an estimated 70 percent of all adults having experienced some type of trauma in their lifetime, it is reasonable to say that many of us probably have some unresolved issues related to traumatic events. Experts in mental health refer to any event that elicits or causes a strong negative emotional response as a traumatic event. These experiences can include instances of physical or emotional abuse, rape, accidents, natural disasters, or physical violence such as assault or war.
Unfortunately, if the emotional scars caused by these events are left untreated, they often cause self-destructive behaviors and mental disorders such as depression and anxiety. Sufferers often feel shock, hopelessness, disorientation and confusion. These negative mental states are often a result of having our sense of safety violated, disrupting our views of the world and our place in it.
Comprehensive therapy can help re-establish positive thought patterns and behaviors by addressing the trauma in an all-encompassing manner, leaving the patient with the ability to effectively assess their reactions and to facilitate their own recovery. Find out more about how counseling sessions can help you overcome past trauma while allowing you to, once again, fully enjoy your life. Call us at (858) 457-0700
