Trauma and PTSD can affect anyone. Often people believe that PTSD can only be experienced by combat veterans and military personnel. However, we all experience big and small traumas throughout our lives. This can take the form of complex trauma which we identify as little t traumas or PTSD which is the result of a big T trauma. What matters is that you get the help and support you need. If you find PTSD and trauma cause so much distress and impairment to your daily living, then it is time to ask a trauma therapist in South Carolina, California or Georgia for support.   

Symptoms of PTSD and Trauma

Sometimes when people have not grown up normalizing mental health, it can be difficult to understand how you are being impacted by trauma symptoms. Often, we can downplay it or completely write it off until it gets out of hand. Here are some of the common ones we see in therapy.   

• insomnia   
• nightmares  
• fatigue  
• loss/increased appetite  
• body pain or aches, headaches  
• Anxiety  
• Depression  
• Sense of loss and hopelessness  
• Shame or guilt  
• Numbness  
• Struggling to connect in relationships  
• Loss of Identity 

If you are experiencing any of these trauma symptoms, then reach out, we are here to support you. Whether you are dealing with intergenerational trauma, complex trauma, trauma from abuse or an assault, DV, and more. We are here to be a safe place for you.   

PTSD Treatment and Trauma Therapy in California, Georgia, or South Carolina Can Help You Find Relief! 

When you are reliving the trauma, you may be feeling a wide range of emotions. From anger to sadness, to numbness, and everything in between. It can be hard to find a way forward because nothing seems to change. Most of the time you may struggle with regulating your emotions. This may impact your relationships, with a significant other or family members, or keep you from interacting with people in general.

You may have a fear that you are a burden to others, leaving you feeling shame and guilt for not having it together. This may lead to anxiety and depression, which leaves you isolating yourself and ruminating over what you are doing wrong. If you find that simply getting up day today and leaving your house creates so much anxiety that you remain isolated, then reach out to our online therapists where you can get support in the safety of your own space.   

We offer Individual Therapy and Family Therapy for Trauma 

It is important to know that trauma affects not only you but everyone around you. Whether you are the one suffering through trauma symptoms or your family is recovering from a traumatic event, talking through it with a therapist may help. We can support you in individual therapy or family therapy. Know that you are not alone. We know that is how it may feel, but you are valued, and we have a space in online therapy in California, Georgia, or South Carolina for you to be heard. Many individuals have worked with us in PTSD treatment and trauma therapy in California, Georgia, or South Carolina and found a way to live life on their terms free from trauma.  

If you or your family are looking to reduce symptoms of trauma, explore healthier coping skills instead of self-blame, and cut off destructive behaviors, then learn how our trauma therapists can serve you and your loved ones. You are not alone!  

The Elevate You Counseling Approach to PTSD Treatment and Trauma Therapy in Georgia, South Carolina, or California

The goal of PTSD treatment and trauma therapy in California is to help you take charge of your trauma symptoms at a rate and pace that aligns with your healing journey. Recovering from trauma takes time and our trauma therapists understand and are here to provide the space you need to process what you have been dealing with. If you are feeling shame, guilt, anger, numbness, depression, or anxiety, we are here to hold space for those emotions. No matter how intensely you are dealing with your situation, nothing is too intense for us to handle. Whether you have experienced trauma from combat, assault, neglect, abuse, or experienced a traumatic injury, we can work with you.   

Our trauma therapists in California use evidence-based practices for treatment which include trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, cognitive processing therapy, and prolonged exposure therapy. If you are curious about which form of therapy works best for you, then contact us and learn more about each of our trauma therapies. 

Trauma Therapies Offered at Elevate Your Counseling  

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy

TF-CBT is a form of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which helps those who have dealt with PTSD, mood disorders, abuse, violence, and grief. TF-CBT is a great approach for parents dealing with the trauma and PTSD of a child. Whether you are a parent or a caregiver, this can help you with the personal distress you may be facing because of a child’s PTSD. We can help you enhance your parenting skills and provide support interventions. You may also benefit from a family therapy approach as a result.   

Prolonged Exposure Therapy

Exposure therapy is an approach that allows individuals to confront fears. The approach is a CBT-based therapy that gradually helps the individual approach trauma-related memories, feelings, thoughts, and situations. Many of us want to avoid anything that reminds us of trauma. However, learning how to desensitize our trauma response can help us reintegrate into the world and feel less afraid today.  

Cognitive Processing Therapy

Cognitive processing therapy helps individuals to reduce PTSD symptoms from a variety of events including child abuse, combat, sexual assault, injury, and more. This is done over 12 sessions where we challenge you to modify unhelpful beliefs accompanied by the trauma. Together we help you reorganize how you approach a traumatic event so you can reduce the negative impact it has on you.  

Cognitive processing therapy (CPT) is a specific type of cognitive-behavioral therapy that has been effective in reducing symptoms of PTSD that have developed after experiencing a variety of traumatic events including child abuse, combat, rape, and natural disasters.  

Are you ready to begin PTSD Treatment and Trauma Therapy? 

We are here to hold space for all the emotions you may be holding onto. You do not have to internalize your feelings and go unheard. Our trauma therapists are here for you. If you are ready to decrease your trauma symptoms, increase self-awareness, develop healthy coping mechanisms, identify triggers, sleep better, and finally connect in your romantic, platonic, and family relationships, then begin trauma therapy soon!  

Ready to Begin PTSD Treatment and Trauma Therapy in South Carolina, Georgia, or California with Us Today!  

Trauma can leave us disconnected. Often you may struggle to connect with others due to experiencing shame and guilt. You may think you should be able to handle this, but we all need support from time to time. Get help so you can regain control and live life on your terms. By talking with a trained, knowledgeable, and understanding trauma therapist via online therapy at Elevate You Counseling, you and your family can begin to heal and recover to move forward in life. To get started in therapy, follow these simple steps:  

1. Contact Elevate Counseling  
2. Talk with a skilled trauma therapist  
3. Begin to connect and communicate better with your loved ones.  

Other Therapy Services at Elevate You Counseling  

At Elevate You Counseling, we work with adults and families who are looking for support online. We know that having accessible care for life transitions, trauma, and mental health support matters. If you need a specialized approach, contact our online therapists, and begin a service that supports your needs. Other services we offer in our counseling practice in California include individual therapy, elder care, family therapy, depression treatment, therapy for moms, postpartum support, therapy for veterans, infertility therapy, and anxiety treatment. Additionally, we offer groups for grief and loss and caregiving. If you are ready to take the next steps and work through any issues holding you back, we are here to help. Get in touch in person or via online therapy in California, online therapy in Georgia, or online therapy in South Carolina today!  

If you think your family would benefit from working with a licensed medical professional, please reach out to us.