San Diego Trauma Therapy​

Are you struggling to cope with the aftermath of a traumatic experience? Trauma therapy can provide you with the support and tools you need to heal from past wounds, regain a sense of safety and control, and move forward with resilience and strength. At  Good Therapy San Diego, we offer compassionate and effective trauma therapy to support you on your journey towards healing and recovery.


​Understanding Trauma Therapy:

Trauma therapy is a specialized form of counseling designed to help individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences. Trauma can result from a wide range of events, including accidents, abuse, violence, natural disasters, medical emergencies, and more. Traumatic experiences can have a profound impact on mental, emotional, and physical well-being, often leading to symptoms such as:
  • Flashbacks or intrusive memories
  • Nightmares or sleep disturbances
  • Hyper-vigilance or heightened anxiety
  • Avoidance of triggers or reminders
  • Mood swings or emotional numbness
  • Difficulty trusting others
  • Shame or guilt
  • Physical symptoms such as headaches or stomachaches


​Understanding Trauma and EMDR Therapy:

Trauma can leave deep emotional scars that impact every aspect of life. Whether you've experienced a single traumatic event or prolonged trauma, such as abuse or neglect, the effects can linger long after the initial experience. EMDR therapy is an evidence-based treatment approach that helps individuals process and heal from trauma by targeting the underlying memories and beliefs that contribute to distressing symptoms.

​Benefits of Trauma Therapy​


  • Relief from Distressing Symptoms: Trauma therapy has been shown to significantly reduce symptoms of trauma, including flashbacks, nightmares, hyper-vigilance, and avoidance behaviors.
  • Lasting Resolution: Unlike some therapies that only address symptoms, this therapy aims to resolve the root cause of trauma, leading to long-lasting healing and recovery.
  • Empowerment: EMDR therapy empowers individuals to access their innate capacity for healing, allowing them to take an active role in their recovery process.
  • No Need to Relive Traumatic Events: Trauma therapy does not require extensive verbal processing of traumatic memories, making it a gentler trauma therapy.