Trauma & PTSD Counseling

Healing from Trauma: Regain Control & Reclaim Your Life

Trauma can have lasting emotional and physical effects, impacting your daily life, relationships, and overall well-being. Whether from a single distressing event or prolonged adversity, trauma rewires the brain and body, making it difficult to feel safe and at peace.

At Pura Vida Family Therapy, I provide compassionate, research-backed trauma therapy to help individuals process their experiences, regain a sense of safety, and reclaim their lives.

Understanding Trauma & PTSD

Trauma can result from a variety of experiences, including:

Abuse or Neglect

Accidents or Medical Trauma

Combat or Violence Exposure

Sudden Loss or Grief

Natural Disasters or Life-Altering Events

While some individuals recover naturally, others develop Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)—a condition where the brain remains stuck in “survival mode,” leading to ongoing distress.

Common PTSD Symptoms

Flashbacks & Intrusive Thoughts

Reliving traumatic events unexpectedly.

Nightmares & Sleep Disturbances

Difficulty sleeping due to distressing dreams.

Avoidance

Steering clear of reminders of the trauma.

Emotional Numbness & Detachment

Feeling disconnected from loved ones.

Hypervigilance & Anxiety

Constantly feeling on edge or unsafe.

Irritability & Difficulty Concentrating

Struggling with focus and mood swings.

How Trauma Therapy Can Help

I use trauma-informed, evidence-based approaches to ensure that clients feel safe, supported, and empowered in their healing journey. My methods include:

Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) – Reshaping negative thought patterns and developing healthy coping mechanisms
Somatic Therapy & Mindfulness Techniques – Reconnecting the mind and body to address physical trauma responses
The Gottman Method for Couples – Supporting partners affected by trauma to rebuild trust and emotional connection

Healing Is Possible

Your story matters, and healing is possible.
Trauma can leave lasting impacts, but it does not define who you are. With the right support, what once felt unmanageable can become part of a meaningful journey toward strength, clarity, and hope.

Whether you’re an adult navigating childhood trauma, a parent overwhelmed by the weight of generational pain, a teen struggling to make sense of big emotions, or a veteran carrying the invisible wounds of service—you are not alone.

At Pura Vida Family Therapy, we provide a safe and supportive space where healing begins and resilience is nurtured. Our compassionate, evidence-based care is tailored to meet you where you are—honoring your experiences, your pace, and your goals.

Reach out today. You don’t have to walk this path alone. Together, we’ll take the first step toward a life rooted in possibility, peace, and lasting change.