What Is Trauma Really?

When people hear the word trauma, they often think of extreme events — war, abuse, accidents. But trauma isn’t defined by the event itself. It’s defined by how your body and mind respond.

Trauma is anything that overwhelms your ability to cope.
That could be a single event, like a car crash — or ongoing stress, like being raised in a home where your needs were ignored.

Some signs you might be dealing with unresolved trauma:

• You feel stuck in the past, even if you can’t name why

• You’re easily triggered or overwhelmed by certain situations

• You struggle with trust or emotional closeness

• You feel numb, disconnected, or "not fully here"

You don’t have to minimize your experience just because “others had it worse.” Your feelings are valid. And healing is possible.

Working with a trauma-informed therapist can help you reconnect with your body, process what happened, and build new patterns of safety and strength.

Curious about whether trauma therapy is right for you?
Reach out for a free 50-minute consult.