When your past is getting in the way of living in the present,
Trauma Therapy can help you regain control of your life.
Is a past traumatic event or current situation keeping you from living fully?
Trauma Therapy can help you regain control of your life.
The effects of Trauma are
different for everyone.
Our Trauma therapy treatment is specific to your needs and situation.
Trauma Affects People In Many Ways
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Struggle with finding meaning in life which can lead to social isolation & withdrawal from friends & family
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Difficulty concentrating and memory problems. Difficulty sleeping or sleeping too much
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Negative self-image and low self-esteem as well as struggles with addiction or substance abuse
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Physical symptoms such as headaches, chronic pain, and fatigue
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Emotional difficulties, including anxiety, depression, and mood swings
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Relationship problems, including difficulty forming and maintaining healthy connections
Trauma Therapy treatment can help you address the effects of
trauma and get you on the path to healing
Why You Can't Just Get Over It
Trauma goes beyond feeling upset or experiencing difficulty in your life. Trauma is an overwhelming experience that your brain can’t handle at the time it is happening. When this occurs, in the simplest explanation – our brains skip over the emotional process needed to handle what has happened and creates a block or a loop in your mind. This is why trauma can make you feel like you’re stuck. So when you tell yourself (or someone else tells you), “What’s in the past is in the past” or “It was a long time ago, it’s time to move on” this doesn’t address what happened and is the reason why you can’t just “get over it”.
Even if your trauma is decades old, processing what happened can be highly beneficial to living better now.
Why Choose East Coast Psychotherapy & Trauma Clinic
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all therapy.
Who you are and the struggles you’ve faced are as unique as the DNA you carry. We strive to create a safe space where people can explore difficult issues and experience transformational change. We believe in diversity, social justice and we stand in support of racial, gender, and cultural equality.
We believe that everyone should have access to helpful, high-quality, up-to-date therapy.
East Coast Psychotherapy & Trauma Clinic provides in-person therapy in North Sydney, Industrial Cape Breton, and virtual therapy across Nova Scotia.
Beth Toomey MSW, RSW
Clinical Director & Founder
Beth Toomey MSW, RSW
Clinical Director & Founder
East Coast Psychotherapy & Trauma Clinic
How Our Trauma Therapy Works
We get to know you
We take the time to understand your struggles, life-history and get clear on your goals.
We Develop A Roadmap
We create a customized plan and provide the tools you need to help you move forward.
We support you on your path
We work with you as long as you need to make the changes that will help you thrive.
Frequently Asked Questions
About Trauma Therapy
Trauma is a distressing event that overwhelms an individual’s ability to cope. It can involve physical harm, the threat of harm, or witnessing harm to others.
6 less recognized symptoms of trauma
Uncategorized physical symptoms
Also knows as somatization. Somatization refers to the manifestation of physical symptoms that have no clear medical cause. This can include symptoms such as chronic pain, gastrointestinal issues, or headaches.
Dissociation
Dissociation is a coping mechanism that involves a disconnection between thoughts, emotions, and memories. This can manifest as feeling disconnected from one's surroundings or feeling like you are observing your own life from a distance.
Hypervigilance
Hypervigilance is a state of heightened alertness and awareness of potential danger. This can cause individuals to be easily startled, have difficulty sleeping, and be constantly on guard.
Feelings of Guilt or Shame
Trauma survivors may experience feelings of guilt or shame, even if they were not responsible for the traumatic event. These feelings can be overwhelming and interfere with daily life. There can also be a negative change in self-perception, including feelings of worthlessness or self-blame.
Difficulty with intimacy
Trauma can make it difficult for individuals to form close, intimate relationships or deepening relationships that are important to them. This can be due to a fear of vulnerability or a fear of being hurt again.
Self-destructive behaviour
Trauma survivors may engage in self-destructive behaviour such as substance abuse, self-harm, or risky sexual behaviour as a way to cope with their pain and trauma.
Therapists who specialize in Trauma Therapy
What you can expect from
Trauma Therapy
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Increased sense of self-awareness and understanding of your emotions.
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Improved relationships with friends, family, and loved ones.
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Reduction in symptoms such as anxiety, depression, and flashbacks.
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Improved self-esteem and self-image.
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Better coping mechanisms for dealing with stress and triggers.
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Increased ability to form and maintain healthy relationships.
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Improved quality of life and overall wellbeing.
Regain control of your life and start living
more fully with trauma therapy.
How To Get Started
If you’re ready to get started with therapy, you can book a free phone consultation with our Intake Team below. During the consultation, we will answer any questions you have and match you with the therapist best suited for your unique situation.
Stop letting your past get in the way of
living more fully today.
East Coast Psychotherapy & Trauma Clinic
Trauma therapy can help you move forward.
Stop letting your past get in the way of
living more fully today.