The Lasting Impact of Trauma Therapy Beyond Initial Sessions You walk into your first trauma therapy session carrying years of pain, hoping for immediate relief. While that initial appointment marks a crucial starting point, the real transformation happens in the...
Preparing for Your First Trauma Therapy Session Walking into your first trauma therapy session can feel intimidating. You might experience nervousness, uncertainty, or even resistance—these reactions are completely normal when you’re about to discuss difficult...
The Link Between Unresolved Trauma and Substance Use Disorders Unresolved trauma creates a ripple effect that often leads individuals toward substance use as a coping mechanism. When you experience traumatic events—whether childhood abuse, violence, loss, or other...
Step 1: Recognizing the Need for Help Identifying signs of drug addiction starts with honest self-reflection. You might notice you’re using substances more frequently than intended, experiencing cravings that disrupt your daily routine, or struggling to meet...
The Connection Between Trauma and Addiction Trauma and addiction are closely linked. When someone goes through traumatic experiences—such as childhood abuse, violence, loss, or other deeply distressing events—their brain and body carry those wounds with them. Many...
