If you are struggling with the aftermath of a traumatic event, you are not alone. Trauma can manifest as persistent nightmares, intrusive thoughts, hypervigilance, and intense feelings of fear or anger. At Horizon Counselling Service, we take a trauma-informed approach to therapy, recognizing the profound impact that trauma can have on your thoughts, feelings, behaviours, and relationships. Our goal is to provide a safe path toward healing and recovery.
TRAUMA THERAPY IN aLBERTA:
FINDING HEALING AND RESILIENCE AFTER TRAUMA
THE PSYCHOLOGICAL IMPACT OF TRAUMA
Trauma is complex and can disrupt many aspects of life. It can impact concentration, memory, and decision-making, leading to feelings of shame, guilt, and isolation. Physical symptoms like sleep disturbances and headaches are common. Seeking support is a vital step toward reclaiming your well-being.
EVIDENCE-BASED TRAUMA INTERVENTIONS
Our trauma therapy services are tailored to your unique needs and prioritize safety and stabilization. We offer evidence-based treatments designed to help you process traumatic memories, reduce distressing symptoms, and regain a sense of safety:
Trauma-Informed Assessment: We conduct a comprehensive assessment to understand the nature and impact of your trauma, as well as your strengths and resources, to build a safe and effective treatment plan.
Specialized Treatments for PTSD: We offer highly effective, specialized treatments, including:
Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT)
Prolonged Exposure Therapy (PE)
Safety and Stabilization: We prioritize stabilizing your nervous system in therapy, helping you develop coping skills and strategies to manage distressing symptoms and regulate your emotions.
Healing Trauma-Related Beliefs: We work to address negative beliefs and schemas (like feelings of shame, guilt, or self-blame) that developed because of the trauma, helping you cultivate a more compassionate and self-affirming outlook.
RECLAIMING AGENCY AND RESILIENCE
Recovery is about more than just reducing symptoms; it is about empowerment and growth.
Empowerment and Resilience: We empower you to reclaim your sense of agency and resilience in the aftermath of trauma, allowing you to develop a greater sense of self-efficacy and self-esteem.
Integration and Meaning-Making: We support you in integrating your traumatic experiences into your life narrative, helping you find meaning and purpose. This process can foster deeper psychological growth and transformation.