Therapy for Trauma / PTSD

While some people associate trauma only with catastrophic events, trauma can arise from any situation where your physical or emotional safety felt threatened or violated. This includes acute events (such as accidents or assaults), chronic experiences (like childhood neglect, racism, or living with a high-conflict caregiver), and complex relational trauma.

Here are some signs that unresolved trauma might be showing up in your daily life:

• You feel on edge much of the time or have trouble relaxing
• You experience nightmares, flashbacks, or disturbing memories
• You avoid people, places, or situations that remind you of the trauma
• You find it hard to trust others or feel emotionally close
• You have unexplained physical symptoms like chronic pain, fatigue, or digestive issues
• You struggle with shame, guilt, or self-blame
• You often feel detached, disconnected, or numb

Each of these experiences can be part of the body’s natural trauma response. You are not broken. Your system has learned to survive—our work is to help it feel safe enough to begin healing.

Healing from trauma requires more than just insight. It requires a felt sense of safety, attunement, and connection. At Beyond Measure, we emphasize building a strong therapeutic relationship where you can bring your full self, without fear of judgment. We take a client-led approach, meaning we go at your pace and honor your autonomy every step of the way.

We often start by helping clients stabilize before diving into deeper processing. That might include:

• Learning grounding and regulation tools to manage overwhelm
• Exploring how trauma lives in the body, not just the mind
• Identifying what safety looks and feels like for you
• Building internal and external resources for support

Once a foundation of safety is in place, we can move into gentle trauma processing using evidence-based modalities that support deep healing.

Some clients come to us with complex trauma or experiences that began in early childhood. These may not be connected to a single event, but rather to years of chronic stress, relational wounding, or emotional neglect.

In these cases, healing often involves grieving what was lost, reconnecting with your authentic self, and learning new ways to relate to others. It’s slow and sacred work—and it matters deeply.

Although our team treats trauma and stressor-related disorders across the lifespan, there are special considerations that come into play when working with children and teenagers. When a child or adolescent experiences trauma—whether from abuse, loss, medical issues, community violence, or other overwhelming events—it can deeply impact their emotional, cognitive, and social development. Unlike adults, kids and teens may not have the words or life experience to make sense of what they’ve been through. Their trauma responses may show up as anxiety, withdrawal, anger, difficulty concentrating, sleep issues, or behavioral changes that can seem confusing or out of character. That’s why trauma treatment for young people must be developmentally sensitive, emotionally safe, and grounded in strong therapeutic relationships.

The team at Beyond Measure includes therapists certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), a highly effective, evidence-based treatment designed specifically for children and adolescents who have experienced trauma. TF-CBT combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with trauma-sensitive principles to help young clients process what happened, understand and manage their thoughts and emotions, and rebuild a sense of safety and self-worth.

A key element of TF-CBT is the creation of a trauma narrative. This is a gradual, supportive process where the child or teen is guided in sharing and making sense of their traumatic experience. This helps reduce distress around the memory, correct unhelpful beliefs, and promote healing. The narrative is developed at the child’s pace, with care taken to ensure they feel safe and empowered throughout. Another key part of TF-CBT is caregiver involvement. When appropriate, trusted adults are included in the treatment process to support healing, strengthen relationships, and reinforce coping skills at home.

Our therapists create a compassionate, nonjudgmental space where children and teens can feel seen, supported, and empowered to heal. While early adverse experiences can leave a lasting impact, with the right support, young people can heal and build meaningful, fulfilling lives.

We know that reaching out for trauma therapy can be vulnerable, especially if trust has been broken in the past. You deserve a space where your story is honored and your resilience is recognized. Whether you’re just starting to explore past experiences or ready to do deeper healing work, our team is here to walk alongside you.

If you’re ready to begin your healing journey, we’re here to support you.

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