Trauma is more than a single upsetting event. It’s a response to experiences that overwhelm your ability to cope, leaving lasting emotional, physical, or psychological effects. Trauma can result from accidents, abuse, loss, medical events, or other distressing experiences. Seeking support is an important step toward processing these experiences and reclaiming a sense of safety.

Common Trauma Symptoms:

• Intrusive memories or flashbacks

• Nightmares or difficulty sleeping

• Heightened startle response or hypervigilance

• Feeling emotionally numb or disconnected

• Irritability, anger, or mood swings

• Difficulty trusting others or feeling safe

• Avoidance of reminders of the trauma

• Physical symptoms like tension, headaches, or stomach issues

Everyone experiences trauma differently. Symptoms can vary in intensity, and even past experiences that feel “minor” can impact daily life and well-being.

How Can Therapy Help?

At Kindred Counseling in Blaine, MN, we provide goal-oriented support to help you move forward while navigating the effects of trauma. 

Through goal-oriented treatment, we will work on:

• Processing and making sense of traumatic experiences

• Developing coping strategies for distressing thoughts and emotions

• Restoring a sense of safety, trust, and control

• Improving relationships and daily functioning

• Building resilience and emotional well-being