At Joyful Living Behavioral Health in Eugene, Oregon, we understand the profound impact that trauma can have on individuals, couples, and families. Trauma comes in many forms, from car accidents to the sudden loss of a loved one, and its effects can linger, causing emotional pain and distress long after the event has passed. That’s why we’re here to offer trauma therapy services tailored to your unique needs.
How Trauma Impacts the Brain
Trauma can deeply affect the brain, changing how a person feels, thinks, and acts. For instance:
- When you experience trauma, the part of your brain that handles fear, called the amygdala, goes into overdrive, making you feel anxious or scared.
- At the same time, the part of your brain that helps you stay calm and make decisions, the prefrontal cortex, doesn’t work as well, making it harder to think clearly.
- Another part, the hippocampus, which manages your memories, can shrink or stop working properly, causing confusion about what happened and when.
These changes can lead to feeling stuck in the past, avoiding things that remind you of the trauma, or being constantly on edge. It can also bring up negative thoughts and emotions that make daily life and relationships more difficult.
At Joyful Living in Eugene, our therapists understand how trauma affects your brain and life. We will work with you to create a personalized trauma therapy plan, helping you work through challenges and supporting your healing every step of the way.
Understanding Trauma Symptoms
Trauma can manifest in various ways, including avoidance symptoms, dissociation, re-experiencing symptoms, hyperarousal symptoms, and negative moods. These symptoms can disrupt daily life, relationships, and overall well-being. With help from our compassionate trauma therapists, you can navigate through these symptoms and get on a path toward healing and resilience.
How Trauma Therapy Can Help
Research has shown that psychotherapy, particularly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), are highly effective in treating trauma. Whatever your specific needs and situation, our experienced therapists will use evidence-based approaches to address the root causes of trauma, equip you with coping strategies, and foster healing and growth.
Reclaim Your Life With Compassionate Support
At Joyful Living in Eugene, we provide a safe and supportive environment where you can explore your emotions, thoughts, and experiences without judgment. Our goal is to help you cultivate self-awareness, resilience, and inner strength as you work towards reclaiming your joy and living a fulfilling life.
Benefits of Our Trauma Therapy Services
Personalized trauma therapy from Joyful Living in Eugene offers numerous benefits. Unlike generalized approaches, personalized therapy considers the specific nature of the trauma, your level of emotional resilience, and your coping mechanisms to create a treatment plan that feels both safe and effective. This approach helps to:
- Build more trust between you and your therapist
- Foster a sense of security and empowerment
- Promotes deeper healing
- Reduces the risk of re-traumatization
- Equip you with customized coping strategies to rebuild your life with confidence
Personalized trauma therapy can include techniques like EMDR, CBT, or somatic therapy if you’d like to focus on specific symptoms such as flashbacks, anxiety, or emotional numbness.
Get Started With Trauma Therapy in Eugene
If you or someone you love is struggling with the effects of trauma, we’re here to help. Contact Joyful Living Behavioral Health for a free consultation and take the first step towards healing and transformation with our trauma therapy services.