If telling your trauma story is preventing you from scheduling a session, this post is for you. You do not need to tell your trauma story to start the recovery process. In fact, if you’re not ready, telling your story can be re-traumatizing.
I have worked with many trauma survivors who have not shared their story or have waited until several weeks of sessions before telling tidbits of their experience. And that’s okay. This is how I work with trauma survivors.
The first step in the process is to create a working relationship based on trust and safety. I will create a safe space for you to share whatever you want to share. I will check in with you regularly to make sure I am providing what you need to feel safe. I will always give you space to critique our sessions so I can make changes in my effort to support you.
I will teach you coping skills. Whatever outcome you’re struggling with; anxiety, depression, anger, etc., I will help you with strategies to work through all of it. If you’re feeling anxious, we will look at coping skills to help you feel more calm. If you’re depressed, we will look at options to improve your mood. If you’re struggling with anger, we will look at ways to release the anger. If your relationship is struggling because of unresolved trauma, we can work on that.
I will teach you grounding skills. Whether it’s meditation, a guided, visual meditation, deep breathing, or simple visualizations, I will help you reconnect with yourself in a way that is appropriate for your symptoms. There is no one size fits all in this process. It’s tailored specifically for you and your needs.
Throughout our sessions, I will show you your strengths. As a survivor, you have many, many strengths. That’s what makes you a survivor. You just haven’t noticed them and it’s my role to help you see them.
Throughout our sessions, I will show you your strengths. As a survivor, you have many, many strengths. That’s what makes you a survivor. You just haven’t noticed them and it’s my role to help you see them.
As you start to become more self-aware, I will help you “connect the dots.” You will start to understand your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors and where they come from. This is the first step to change and it can be very powerful!
By this point my clients are feeling significantly better and we have started to look at goals and how we will know that sessions are no longer needed. You will have learned coping skills to manage triggers and have the confidence to know when you are doing well and when you may need sessions again.
Ready to book a session? Send me a message and let’s get you started toward recovery!
stacy@stacyfinch.com
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