Trauma

People often think that trauma is only physical or sexual abuse.  However, Trauma is so much more than that, and much more common than people think. Many people experience trauma and then struggle to function or complete everyday tasks because these traumas have been unresolved. Sometimes people aren’t even aware that they are nervous, anxious, stressed, or sad because of any trauma.  

Regardless of the trauma you’ve experienced, it generally effects your daily functioning and relationships.  Unresolved trauma can contribute to mental health disorders, anxiety, stress, and depression.Individual counseling is helpful for a variety of reasons. It can aid in increasing an individual’s self-awareness, encouraging self-exploration, identifying boundaries, enhancing communication skills and improving the use of healthy coping skills. The benefits will lead to a shift in behavior for the individual, which often decrease symptoms of mental health issues.