Trauma, PTSD, and CPTSD
We create a safe, supportive space to process your story, regulate your nervous system, and rebuild trust—all at your pace so healing is possible.
What is Trauma?
Trauma is a normal, automatic, emotional response to an abnormal event. Such events include but are not limited to, a serious accident, crime, combat, natural disaster, and sexual assault. Trauma responses are biologically adaptive, to protect us from harm and increase our chances of survival.
The trauma response can present with symptoms experienced immediately after a traumatic event, including shock and denial. After some time, a person may develop Post-traumatic Stress Disorder through the presentation of other symptoms including, overwhelming/fluctuating emotions, flashbacks, recurrent dreams/nightmares, avoidance of activities/people/places which remind them of the event, relationship challenges, sleep disruption, concentration/memory issues, and physical pain.
For someone who may have prolonged or repeated trauma, (traumatic upbringings/relationships with caregivers and/or romantic partners, systemic oppression, etc.), may find themselves experiencing Complex PTSD.
Our bodies can become "stuck" in a trauma response, perceiving threats and danger everywhere, despite the fact the danger has already passed. Sustaining a satisfactory, comfortable, and rewarding life can feel quite challenging for those who are battling daily, automatic, trauma responses.
We’re committed to helping you
through trauma, PTSD, and CPTSD.
Our holistic approaches in counseling and in our wellness services like sound bath therapy, reiki and yoga focus on integrating the mind and body into one. We will assist you in understanding the normal feelings and emotions that arise throughout life transitions and developmental stages. Art Therapy can allow you to express the feelings that you are having a hard time verbalizing. Embodied Therapy can support the integration of mental processes and physical manifestations of normal stress associated with change. You don't have to walk through the journey of life alone.
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CYOP provides a FREE 15-minute initial phone consult for anyone interested in exploring their specific reasons for presenting for therapy, discussing possible treatment options, and ensuring the appropriateness of fit.
If we feel we are a good fit for your needs, and you feel the same, we will get you scheduled for an initial assessment with your therapist. This appointment allows your therapist to understand you better and identify an individualized plan for your healing.
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Would you like more information about which services may be the best fit during a time of transition for you or your teen? Contact us today to discuss your unique situation further and explore options!
We help treat the following conditions:
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Adjustment & Life Transitions
Support for job advancements, demotions, relationship losses, grief from the loss of a loved one, relocation, and more.
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Anxiety
Support for excessive worry, feeling on edge/tense, difficulty concentrating, excessive fatigue, sleep problems, and more.
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Chronic Health and Chronic Pain
Support for chronic health and chronic pain conditions like overwhelm with appointments, impact on social life/relationships, and more.
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Depression
Support for those experiencing sadness, appetite changes, fatigue, difficulty concentrating, and thoughts of self-harm or suicide.
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LGBTQ+ Support Needs
Providing gender-affirming care practices to increase safety, support autonomy, and decrease barriers for LGBTQ+ folks seeking mental health and wellness services.