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You Are Not Broken, You Are Responding to What You’ve Been Through
Trauma can leave deep marks, emotionally, physically, and psychologically. You may feel anxious, disconnected, overwhelmed, or unsure why certain situations trigger intense reactions. Trauma isn’t a sign of weakness. It’s your body and mind’s way of protecting you after something too painful or overwhelming to process at the time.
Whether your trauma was a single event or a series of ongoing experiences, therapy can help you understand your responses, regulate your nervous system, and heal in a way that feels safe and empowering.
At Positively Psyched, we offer compassionate, trauma-informed care designed to help you move forward at your pace, never rushed, never pressured.
What Trauma Can Look Like
Trauma doesn’t always look like what people expect. It can stem from:
Emotional, physical, or sexual abuse
Neglect or abandonment
Bullying or relational trauma
Loss of a loved one
Medical or health emergencies
Accidents or frightening events
Domestic violence
Toxic or unstable environments
Chronic stress or unpredictable upbringing
Feeling unsafe, unseen, or unsupported growing up
How Trauma Therapy Helps
Trauma therapy creates a slow, safe, supportive process that helps you:
- Understand your emotional and physiological responses
- Feel more grounded and in control
- Reduce anxiety and hypervigilance
- Develop healthy coping skills
- Process past experiences gently
- Break cycles of shame, guilt, or self-blame
- Strengthen boundaries and self-trust
- Reconnect with yourself and others
- Build a sense of safety in your body and relationships
Common Symptoms of Trauma
Trauma affects everyone differently. You may notice:
- Feeling on edge or hyperaware
- Anxiety or panic
- Difficulty regulating emotions
- Trouble sleeping or nightmares
- Flashbacks or intrusive memories
- Avoidance of certain situations or people
- Low self-esteem or self-blame
- Trouble trusting others
- Feeling disconnected or “numb”
- Irritability or sudden mood shifts
- Overthinking or feeling overwhelmed
- Trouble relaxing or feeling safe
Who Trauma Therapy Is For
At Positively Psyched, we blend several evidence-based modalities to create a treatment plan tailored to you:
Teens
Emerging adults
Adults
Individuals rebuilding after difficult relationships or environments
Anyone experiencing ongoing anxiety, shame, fear, or emotional overwhelm
People who feel stuck, triggered, or unable to move forward
Why Clients Choose Positively Psyched for Trauma Healing
- Warm, compassionate therapists trained in trauma-informed care
- A gentle, relational approach centered on safety and trust
- Tools to help calm your body and regulate emotions
- A supportive environment for rebuilding clarity and confidence
- Boutique, personalized care with a pace that honors your needs
- Options for in-person or secure telehealth sessions
Healing Is Possible, and You Don’t Have to Do It Alone
Trauma may be part of your story, but it doesn’t have to define your future.
With the right support, you can reclaim your sense of safety, reconnect with yourself, and build a life that feels more grounded and peaceful.
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Brooklyn, NY 11201