Areas of Focus
PTSD
Includes single incident events such as physical or sexual assault, motor vehicle accidents, robbery, medical procedures among other distressing events.
Complex Trauma
Arises from prolonged exposure to traumatic events within interpersonal relationships. May include past or ongoing chronic abuse or neglect in childhood or in romantic relationships.
Attachment Wounds
Occurs when emotional/ physical needs were rarely met in childhood by caregivers. May include growing up in an invalidating environment, lacking comfort when distressed or inconsistent caregiving.
Anxiety
May present as panic, social anxiety, or persistent worry making it difficult to function at work, school or may interfere with relationships. Signs of anxiety include a racing heart, tight chest, restlessness, tension, difficulties concentrating or an impending sense of danger.
Depression
Depression may be triggered by the loss of employment or significant relationships. May present as persistent feelings of sadness, hopelessness, guilt, loss of interest in things that once brought pleasure, low energy, poor concentration, and low self-esteem.