The Importance of Trauma-Informed Therapy

Using a trauma-informed approach, it means I understand that a lot of people have gone through really hard or painful experiences that can still affect how they

feel, think, and react — sometimes without even realizing it.

Being trauma-informed doesn’t mean we only talk about the trauma, or that you have to share anything before you’re ready. It just means I’m always thinking

about safety, trust, and control — making sure you feel comfortable, respected, and in charge of your own process.

I also look at behaviors or patterns through a different lens — instead of asking “What’s wrong with you?” it’s more like, “What happened to you, and how did

you learn to cope?” That shift helps us see your reactions as understandable responses to what you’ve been through, not as something broken or bad.

The goal is to help you feel more grounded, safe in your own body, and confident in your ability to handle things — to start healing in a way that feels gentle,

supportive, and empowering.