Trauma Therapy in Chicago

What Is Trauma?

Trauma isn’t just about big events like accidents or abuse—it can also be caused by things like:
● Loss of a loved one
● Feeling ignored or neglected
● A difficult childhood experience
● Long-term stress or pressure
● Overwhelming events like illness or divorce

These experiences can stay with you long after they’ve happened, affecting your mood, your thoughts, and even your body. If left unchecked, trauma can continue to affect every part of your life—your relationships, work, health, and even how you see yourself. Therapy can help you process difficult experiences from your past so they don’t continue to control your thoughts and reactions. By working through trauma, you can start to let go of what’s holding you back and make room for change. It’s not about erasing the past, but rather gaining a new perspective that allows you to move forward with more freedom and less emotional weight. With the right support, you can start living more fully in the present, without the constant pull of past pain.

How Trauma Therapy Helps You Heal

In our sessions, we’ll work together to:

Talk through the events that are still weighing on you—at a pace that feels right for you
Understand how trauma is affecting your thoughts and emotions
Let go of shame or guilt tied to past experiences
Feel more in control of your reactions and emotions
Build a healthier relationship with yourself and others

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Is Trauma Therapy Right for You?

If you find yourself stuck in the past, overwhelmed by certain situations, or feeling upset more easily than others seem to, trauma therapy might be a good fit for you. You don’t have to have gone through something “big” for your experience to matter—if something still lingers, weighs on you, or keeps showing up in your thoughts or reactions, it’s worth paying attention to. Trauma therapy helps you understand what’s going on beneath the surface, so you can start to feel more in control, less triggered, and more like yourself again.

Ready to Start Trauma Therapy?

I know how overwhelming trauma can feel—like it’s always just beneath the surface, affecting your mood, your relationships, and your ability to feel fully present in daily life. Whether your experience was recent or something you’ve carried for years, healing is possible. If you’re tired of feeling stuck and you’re ready to move forward, I’m here to help. Reach out to schedule a free consultation or ask any questions you may have. You don’t have to do this alone.