The defining characteristic of trauma therapy is the understanding that traumatic events can affect a person’s mental, emotional, and physical wellness. If you are looking for the most compassionate trauma therapy Philadelphia offers, Dr. Eugene Devers & Associates provide therapy and counseling services through Philly Family Life Counseling.
What is Trauma Informed Care?
SAMHSA (Substance Abuse & Mental Health Services Administration) breaks down the basics of Trauma informed therapy into four main points. They state that therapy that is trauma informed:
- “Realizes the widespread impact of trauma and understands potential paths for recovery
- Recognizes the signs and symptoms of trauma in clients, families, staff, and others involved with the system
- Responds by fully integrating knowledge about trauma into policies, procedures, and practices
- Seeks to actively resist re-traumatization.”
3 Benefits of Seeking Trauma Therapy
It’s an opportunity to formally acknowledge the traumatic experience. It may sound obvious, but having the opportunity to safely acknowledge the traumatic event that has occurred in your life is the first step towards healing. Seeing a therapist creates a space where you can discuss your personal experiences without fear of overwhelming the listener or being met with well-intended but misinformed advice.
Identify triggers and develop coping techniques. It is not uncommon for those who have experienced a traumatic event to develop PTSD. Some of the symptoms can include re-living intense emotions, disruptive flashbacks, or having seemingly disproportionate reactions. Therapy can help you recognize potential triggers and learn effective coping methods.
Re-discover “normal” and develop a new sense of self. Traumatic events do change you. This is why it is so important for there to be understanding within your friends, family, and romantic relationships. Establishing a healthy new “normal” for yourself is the ultimate goal of trauma-informed care. With a qualified therapist, you can begin to rebuild your sense of self and move towards a healthier future with resilience.
Trauma Therapy in Northeast Philadelphia
Philly Family Life Counseling seeks to provide clients trauma informed care in a sensitive and professional setting, which may include Wyatt, our golden retriever, providing additional supportive Animal-assisted therapy -Counseling. Contact us at 215/677-3810 weekdays 9 -6, to schedule an appointment with a qualified therapist. Philly Family Life Counseling is located in the area of Grant Ave & Krewstown Rd in Northeast Philadelphia.
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