Trauma & PTSD Counseling in Charlotte, NC

Traumatic experiences become deeply lodged in our psyches and bring many negative effects to our lives. Whether your trauma occurred as a single experience or as a series of experiences, it can impact your life through issues such as insomnia, anxiety, depression, panic attacks, or physical ailments.

Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is common among those who have experienced traumatic events, but the good news is that it does not need to be a lifelong affliction. At Charlotte Counseling Associates, we bring a deep understanding of how the brain, body, and trauma are closely related. Through forms of therapy such as EMDR and Brainspotting, we bring relief to those who are suffering from trauma. There is hope for healing, and we are here to help.

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Signs of PTSD and Trauma

Trauma can occur in many ways, such as a severe car accident, sexual or physical assault, death of a loved one, natural disaster, or other major life events. It is also possible to suffer from PTSD or trauma from repeated, smaller wounds or dysfunctional environments, especially in childhood. Below are some signs of PTSD and trauma:

Seeking approval from others Intrusive thoughts

Seeking approval from others Nightmares

Seeking approval from others Flashbacks

Seeking approval from others Emotional distress after exposure to traumatic reminders

Seeking approval from others Hypervigilance and exaggerated startle response

Seeking approval from others Feelings of detachment

Seeking approval from others Avoidant behavior related to the trauma

Seeking approval from others Memory problems related to the trauma

Seeking approval from others Distorted blame of oneself or others

Seeking approval from others Physical reactivity after exposure to traumatic reminders

Seeking approval from others Loss of interest in activities

Seeking approval from others Risky or destructive behavior

How EMDR and Brainspotting Therapies Heal Trauma

EMDR and Brainspotting are extremely effective therapeutic methods for healing trauma since they access the parts of the brain where trauma is stored. The brain has many distinct areas with distinct functions and capabilities. When we think, talk, and make decisions, we use the part of the brain called the prefrontal cortex. When we feel emotions and remember memories, we use the middle brain, or limbic system. The brainstem controls our basic urges and fight, flight, or freeze instincts. Trauma is not stored in the prefrontal cortex, the logical part of our brain - it is stored in the middle brain and brainstem.

Because classic talk therapy does not tap into the part of the brain where trauma is stored, it can often fall short in treating trauma. This is why EMDR and Brainspotting are so effective in healing the parts of the brain where trauma resides.

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There is Hope for Healing Trauma

You do not need to suffer in silence. Let our compassionate and experienced therapists guide you with scientifically-proven methods for healing trauma. We are here to hold space, no matter what you have been through. Reach out today to set up an appointment, or click below to learn more about our trauma therapy services.

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EDMR

Heal from past trauma and reclaim your life with EMDR therapy. Start your journey to emotional freedom today.

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Brainspotting

Unlock deeper healing with Brainspotting therapy. Break through emotional blocks, trauma, and find lasting peace.

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Intensives

Transform your life in a focused, immersive way with therapy intensives. Get deeper healing, faster.

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