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Trauma Informed Therapy

Short Hills • New Jersey • Online

What is trauma?

Trauma is like an unexpected storm that sweeps through your life, leaving a profound impact. It's not just about the big, headline-grabbing events; it can also be the accumulation of smaller, seemingly ordinary things that, over time, become heavy to bear.

It might bring forth waves of fear, anger, or sadness. Physically, your body might carry the weight – disrupting sleep, appetite, and overall well-being. Mentally, it plays mind games, affecting concentration and inviting intrusive thoughts.

The thing about trauma is that it doesn't just stay in one part of your life; it's a ripple effect. It can impact your relationships, your self-image, and how you tackle daily challenges. Here's the crucial part – you're not alone in this narrative, and healing is not about erasing the past, it's about finding ways to turn the page stronger.

Approach

At Unscripted Therapy, our approach to trauma is being your supportive guide on a unique journey. We blend evidence-based techniques (IFS, EMDR, and DBT) with a compassionate touch, creating a safe space for you to explore and understand your experience of trauma, heal, and regain control.

It’s a collaborative process where we work together, utilizing personalized strategies to navigate the unscripted challenges that trauma brings. Your healing journey is unique, and we're here to provide the guidance and support you need.

Together, we can navigate the unscripted chapters of your life and work towards a narrative of healing and resilience.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

We can help with:

  • C-PTSD

    Complex trauma often stems from prolonged exposure to trauma, particularly during critical developmental periods such as childhood. The impact can often times affect how you think, feel, and relate to yourself and others. You may experience emotional dysregulation, identity disturbances, difficulties forming trusting relationships, and increased levels of dissociation.

  • CHILDHOOD TRAUMA

    A distressing or harmful event that occurred during childhood that can have rippling effects in all areas of your life. The impacts can influence your emotional, cognitive, and social development. It can leave lasting imprints, affecting relationships, self-esteem, and mental wellbeing into adulthood.

  • GRIEF AND LOSS

    Grieving is a profound emotional response to any significant loss, be it the death of a loved one, the end of a relationship, or other life-altering changes. It’s not a linear process but a unique and personal journey that unfolds differently for everyone. Loss can trigger a range of emotions (sadness, anger, confusion).

  • DEPRESSION

    Depression is characterized by persistent feelings of sadness, loss of interest or pleasure in activities, changes in sleep and appetite, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating. It affects how you think, feel, and handle daily activities. Depression is more than a passing mood, and can significantly impact overall well-being.

  • PTSD

    PTSD can result from experiencing or witnessing a traumatic event, series of events or set of circumstances. Examples include serious accidents, medical trauma, rape/sexual assault, intimate partner violence and bullying. PTSD can result in experiencing disturbing thoughts and feelings related to event long after the traumatic even ended, including reliving the even through flashbacks.