Trauma Therapy
Has A Traumatic Experience Shaped The Way You Live?
Are you worried that a painful experience from your past is negatively influencing the way you live or how you connect with others? Do you have trouble relaxing, sitting still, or feeling safe—even in ordinary situations?
Perhaps you were exposed to neglect, emotional or verbal abuse, bullying, or an environment that felt tense and uncomfortable as a child, which now impacts your ability to trust, open up, or rely on other people. Or maybe you fear rejection and abandonment so much that you jump from one relationship to another, looking for validation that never lasts.
Trauma can affect people in many different, and often unique, ways. You may be experiencing an unexplained sense of anxiety, depression, or low self-esteem even though on the outside it looks like life is good. Or you may be very withdrawn and closed off, unable to be assertive or voice your opinions without constantly second-guessing yourself.
Conversely, maybe you’re lashing out in rage or secretly sabotaging yourself in ways you can’t understand. At work, you’re either obsessed with making money or worried that others will somehow see you as an imposter, so you throw everything you have into the job. And in your personal life, your future probably feels obscured, as if the dreams you once had will never be realized.
Sometimes in life, things happen that are simply too big for any one human to handle. But with our help and caring support, you can get back to a place where you feel better—like yourself—again. In the process, you can develop self-compassion, find greater peace, and enjoy healthier, more fulfilling relationships.
Trauma Is More Common—And Often More Complex—Than You May Think
Usually, when we think about trauma, we talk about sexual assault, natural disasters, combat experience, traumatic accidents, and the like. However, trauma occurs on a spectrum, involving any experience that harms or threatens our well-being. That can include seemingly minor events, such as bullying and teasing, being ignored, losing a pet, or being left alone a lot as a child. Moreover, at the moment, Covid-19, racial injustice, and social unrest are but a handful of the powerful stressors that can bring old trauma to the surface.
Just the mere act of witnessing something traumatic can affect you years down the road. That’s because traumatic memories, by their nature, become stuck in your body and brain. If past trauma is never processed, repaired, or resolved, it can easily get triggered in the present. Instead of being filed away, relegated to the past, the memory sits in the background, unconsciously influencing everything you feel and think and do.
Over time, you may have developed ways to deal with past fear and uncertainty—patterns of behavior that ultimately do more harm than good now. And if you are a successful professional or high-achiever, it can be doubly frustrating because you are good at fixing everything else, so why not just fix yourself? Right?
Unfortunately, it’s not that easy, and many people often feel ashamed and embarrassed, thinking that they are alone in their suffering. However, it’s estimated that over 70 million* US adults will experience some kind of traumatic event within their lifetime.
So you are most certainly not alone. Please, if you would like to free yourself from the past, the talented team of trauma and PTSD counselors at Insideout Living can help you start that journey.
Trauma Treatment Offers A New Perspective On Your Experience
When we are in pain, the lens we view the world through becomes obscured. However, working with a trauma specialist offers you clarity—a chance to connect the dots between behaviors and thoughts and separate your painful experience from who you are as a person. Together, we can create new solutions for helping you live a fuller life with a greater love for yourself and stronger connections in your relationships. In time, you can decrease stress, heal the wounds of the past, and find sustainable relief from the symptoms of trauma.
At Insideout Living, we have a compassionate, defined structure that naturally creates a sense of safety and confidence in the program. After our introductory phone consultation to determine which of our trauma/PTSD therapists would best suit your needs, we’ll set you up with a 90-minute intake session. At that point, we’ll conduct an assessment designed to identify any underlying issues that may be causing or contributing to your suffering. From there, we’ll develop a targeted treatment strategy.
When treating trauma, we approach the healing process from an iceberg model. That is, what we cannot see below the surface is so much greater than the tip of the iceberg in front of us. Whether it’s fluctuating moods, a fear of loss or judgment, relationship problems, or compulsive behaviors, we need to know what lies beneath those obvious patterns that are holding you back. In time, you’ll be able to change unhealthy life patterns that you may have developed in the past and understand why they show up and exist in the first place. In the process, you’ll gain a clearer perspective of your values, your identity, and your capabilities.
The most effective approach to trauma/PTSD treatment uses Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and Somatic Therapy. We know that behaviors born out of trauma are learned, which means they can be unlearned. EMDR capitalizes on that fact by using a range of multi-sensory techniques to help clients reprocess painful experiences and essentially rewire how they respond to distress.
And because trauma isn’t just stored in the brain, we want to use every opportunity to engage the body for deeper healing and greater connection. Somatic Therapy helps us do that by bringing the physical body into the conversation through artistic expression, role-playing, writing, or music and movement.
We provide cutting-edge trauma and PTSD treatment services for individuals and couples as well as group therapy sessions online. And if you are trying to kickstart the healing process or want to transition out of a treatment center, we also provide trauma therapy intensives.
Additionally, our co-founder and chief engagement officer and other clinical staff are uniquely qualified to act as a clinical coach, helping clients take on specific challenges, such as changing careers or setting boundaries. In that way, our approach to healing is completely tailored to the individual.
No one can change the past. However, you can rewrite the narrative of your life.
In doing so, you’ll have the opportunity to rediscover the strength and resilience that forced you to be in survival mode. You can learn to believe in your own worth and make mindful decisions with confidence. And by working with a trauma counselor now, you help to ensure that your experience isn’t passed on generationally, perhaps changing the legacy of your family forever.
Perhaps you are considering trauma treatment but still have some concerns…
I feel like there is just something broken inside of me.
Trauma works in mysterious ways; it can make you think, feel, and believe things that are simply not true. That’s why part of the healing process involves psychoeducation—to help you understand that you are not your thoughts, your past, or your pain. You are not broken. You are just stuck in a pattern that once protected you. Once you have that awareness, you can begin replacing faulty ideas and behaviors with new, healthier ways of thinking and being.
What will people think if they see me go to therapy?
If you’re worried about seeing someone else in the waiting room, just remember, they are there for a reason too. And if you are reluctant to share your feelings with others in group therapy sessions, you should know that having that communal support can be an incredibly empowering experience.
Even so, we understand that the more comfortable you feel, the greater the chance for healing. So whether you are looking for group, couples, or individual sessions, we offer online counseling services that can be less intimidating, more convenient, and just as effective as in-person trauma therapy.
How long is the treatment process for overcoming trauma or PTSD?
The timeline for recovering from trauma varies for everyone. However, for groups, we start with 6 to 12 sessions at which point you can continue with the program, begin individual counseling, or transition out of therapy. We also offer 24-hour intensive programs that can be typically completed in no more than five weeks as well as a 40-hour intensive lasting around seven weeks. For individuals and couples, we provide 90-minute sessions to address all your needs.
Perhaps You Have Reached An Impasse In Therapy
You may have already tried therapy but are frustrated because you haven’t made the progress you hoped for. The results of weekly therapy might be unfulfilling or maybe you wish you could move at a quicker pace.
If you’re looking for a unique therapeutic experience that goes beyond the surface and explores the root causes of your unwanted behavior, a 3- to 5-day intensive coaching program may be what you need. An intensive coaching program offers a unique and powerful solution for individuals, couples, groups, and families trying to break through the barriers preventing them from fully enjoying their lives.
Intensive Coaching Programs Offer An Opportunity To Make Big Changes Within A Short Amount Of Time
When you need to address more immediate concerns—whether it’s past trauma, infidelity in your relationship, a sex/porn addiction, or maybe you just feel stuck—you may need a more intensive therapy experience that goes beyond the surface and explores the underlying causes of your unwanted behavior or patterns.
Digging deeper can reveal unresolved pain from past events and explain why you often escape discomfort with avoiding, overdoing, or addictive behavior. By gaining a clear understanding of why you do what you do, an experienced, compassionate, and personalized clinician will work with you directly to examine why it is that you can't stop—or stay stopped—when you’ve been successful in so many other areas of your life.
How An Intensive Coaching Program Compares To Traditional Therapy
An intensive coaching program is both cost- and time-effective, allowing you to complete the equivalent of 6 to 12 months of therapy over a few days or weeks. Briefly stepping out of your routine allows you to deeply focus on the shifts you want to make. You will learn how to reconcile the past, experience internal stability, and develop healthier responses to what triggers your compulsive or addictive behavior.
The intensive coaching program experience can help improve the quality of your relationships, spiritual connection, and professional balance—you will leave with a plan to carry forward and maintain your growth.
Insideout Living Trauma Intensive Coaching Program
One of the most significant contributors to compulsive behavior and addiction is unresolved trauma. A key factor in decreasing traumatic stress is understanding the mind-body connection—neuroscience teaches that the impact of trauma decreases when both the body and mind can safely process the experience.
This intensive coaching program is a psychological, spiritual, and physical experience geared at healing trauma by focusing on internal safety and the ability to trust. We use a variety of trauma-informed modalities, some of them are Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), somatic therapies, art therapy, yoga therapy, and mindfulness.
When you become more aware of emotional and physical states, you can create new options for processing trauma so it no longer feels like it is currently happening. As you engage in the Trauma Intensive, you will begin to feel increased safety as the intensity of your triggers diminish. You will regain power, let go of shame, and change your narrative to a story of courage and strength.
Insideout Living intensive coaching programs are available through our online services and in person, as available. Each of our intensive coaching programs are grounded in a strength-based, compassionate, and resilient model. We don't just focus on the symptoms—we use them to guide us to a deeper understanding of your behavior patterns so we can provide you with long-term solutions that enhance your life.
But You May Wonder Whether An Insideout Living Intensive Coaching Program Is Right For You…
I don’t think I could sit through an intensive coaching program this long without getting restless.
Though this is a common concern, our clients tend to find that time spent in an intensive coaching program moves rather quickly. Unlike traditional talk therapy, the interactive nature of our intensive coaching program keeps you engaged in the process. You will be educated on how each of our approaches works and allows you to practice what you have learned and test it in your life outside of the intensive coaching program.
I can’t take the time off for an intensive coaching program.
Imagine the time you are currently losing at work due to the fear, anxiety, and frustration ruminating in your mind that you can no longer live with. In comparison to those non-productive work hours, investing in 3 to 5 days of productive self-care outside of work will be time well spent in the long run.
An intensive coaching program is expensive—why don’t you take insurance?
Although we understand an intensive coaching program requires a financial investment, if you were to quantify the emotional toll of your unwanted behaviors, the long-term benefit of an intensive coaching program is priceless. If things continue as they are and your life becomes increasingly more difficult to manage, what emotional toll will you have to pay?
This is a cash-based fee for services program that you will receive a billing statement for once the program is complete.
What if I don't change even after all of this?
If following an intensive coaching program you haven’t experienced any significant change, it may indicate that you require a higher level of care or should consider adding more days to your intensive coaching program.
Intensive Coaching Program Jumpstart Long-Term Transformation
If you’re ready to make positive changes to your life, consider an intensive coaching program. For more information, please contact us today.
*https://www.researchgate.net/publication/303868602_A_Review_of_the_Research_in_Emotionally_Focused_Therapy_for_Couples
Let Us Help You Find Peace With Your Past
If you are ready to take your life and your relationships back from fear and self-doubt, please call 847 328 7588 ext 501 for your free, 10 to 15-minute front-end consultation. Our intake coordinator will take down some preliminary information that will help guide our selection of your therapist.
*https://www.thenationalcouncil.org/wp-content/uploads/2013/05/Trauma-infographic.pdf?daf=375ateT bd56
