When the world feels unsafe

Ever since that trauma, no matter how many years that have passed, you startle easily. Or you are perfectionistic, hyper-independent, you have flashbacks, you or find yourself dissociating. In other words, you have PTSD. What now?
 
There are therapists who will make you re-tell your trauma story, and they will keep getting you to go there, no matter what. This is rarely a helpful approach.
 
What you really need is someone who can learn about your trauma responses, and help you understand that this was your nervous system doing exactly what it is designed to do: Keeping you safe. An experienced trauma therapist will build a relationship of trust with you, and when you feel safe enough to do so, they will help you to pendulate between states of moving towards and moving away from activating experiences. That way, your mind and body will learn to attune to the present reality, instead of remaining stuck in the past trauma.
 
Get in contact today to learn more about how we can work together. You are welcome to book online for a free call from me.
 
Chris Warren-Dickins
Trauma therapist in Ridgewood, New Jersey
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