Trauma

Overcoming PTSD presents several challenges. It is at times a difficult process for the sufferer and their loved ones to identify a path forward. However, there are many resources and techniques that are worth considering… Continue reading

Living through a pandemic is causing stress, anxiety, fear, and grief for many. But can living through a pandemic actually be trauma?  Depending on a person’s overall mental health and past experiences, yes, living through… Continue reading

What Is Trauma? In order to cope with trauma, its best to know what exactly trauma is. Trauma is the result of an experience that is either physically or psychologically harmful. It can come from any… Continue reading

We develop trauma as an emotional response to a negative life-changing event. Trauma can form from occurrences like an accident, death, sexual assault, natural disaster, or any other type of disturbing experience. Before we can… Continue reading

The American Psychological Association defines trauma as an emotional response to a terrible event. People may experience trauma from a single event, like an accident, sexual assault or natural disaster. Or they may experience complex… Continue reading

Oregon has been going through a major crisis in the past week, with intense wildfires burning throughout the state. These types of disasters are sudden and overwhelming. It’s normal to have strong emotional reactions to… Continue reading

Reports of domestic violence have skyrocketed during COVID-19. Domestic violence can take many forms, but all are harmful to your mental well-being—and sometimes your physical safety. If you are a victim of domestic violence, you… Continue reading

It’s April, which means it’s Sexual Assault Awareness Month. It can feel weird to talk about such a sensitive subject – a subject that affects countless lives. By opening the conversation, we hope to erase… Continue reading