Understanding Trauma

Trauma can affect people in many different ways. It may arise from a single overwhelming event or from repeated experiences over time. Often, its impact is felt not only emotionally, but also in the body, in relationships, and in how a person experiences themselves and the world.

From a holistic perspective, trauma is understood as something that can touch the whole person — mind, body, emotions, and sense of meaning.

You might notice trauma showing up as:

• ongoing anxiety or emotional numbness

• feeling disconnected from yourself or others

• difficulty feeling safe, calm, or present

• physical symptoms such as tension, fatigue, or digestive discomfort

• patterns of self-criticism, shame, or hypervigilance

How I Work with Trauma

I offer a calm, compassionate space where experiences can be explored gently and at your pace. My approach is relational and integrative, drawing on counselling-informed practice alongside holistic methods that support regulation, awareness, and self-understanding.

We work collaboratively, with care and consent, focusing on what feels most supportive for you. There is no pressure to revisit experiences before you feel ready, and no expectation to “go deeper” than feels safe.

A Gentle Note

Trauma work is not about fixing or forcing change. It is about restoring a sense of safety, choice, and connection — both within yourself and in relationship with others.

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