What happened to you doesn't have to define you.
Trauma rewires the brain to stay on high alert long after the danger has passed. The hypervigilance, the triggers, the moments when the past crashes into the present without warning — that's not weakness. That's what unprocessed trauma looks like.
Virtual trauma-informed therapy for women in Florida, New Jersey, and Vermont. We go at your pace. You're always in control.
Signs trauma may be affecting your life
"Trauma is not what happened to you. It's what happened inside you as a result. And healing is absolutely possible."
Trauma therapy that actually feels safe
I use a trauma-informed CBT approach — meaning we address the thought patterns and nervous system responses that trauma has created, without requiring you to repeatedly relive painful experiences in detail.
My approach draws from CBT, DBT, and somatic awareness techniques, tailored to where you are. We build your window of tolerance — your capacity to process difficult emotions without being overwhelmed — before we go anywhere near the hardest material.
Safety First, Always
We don't dive into trauma content before you're ready. The first phase of our work is about building the skills and stability that make deeper healing possible without destabilizing you.
Understand Your Nervous System
When you understand why your body and brain respond the way they do, the responses stop feeling like signs that something is wrong with you — and start feeling workable.
Process at Your Pace
There is no timeline. We work at the pace that keeps you regulated and in control. You decide how deep we go and when. That's not avoidance — that's good trauma therapy.
Rebuild Your Sense of Self
Trauma often fractures identity — who you were before, who you are now, who you can become. We work to reconnect you with your own values, strengths, and sense of direction.
Types of trauma I treat
Trauma doesn't have to be a single catastrophic event to be real and to deserve treatment. I work with women navigating a wide range of traumatic experiences:
Not sure if what you experienced "counts" as trauma? It counts if it changed you. That's enough reason to reach out. See also: Heartbreak as a mental health issue →
Trauma therapy FAQ
Do I have to talk about everything that happened?
No. You share what you feel comfortable sharing, when you feel ready. My approach focuses on how trauma is affecting you now — your patterns, triggers, and nervous system responses — not on extracting a detailed account of what happened. We go at your pace, always.
Is online trauma therapy as effective as in-person?
Yes — research supports the effectiveness of online trauma-informed therapy. For many clients, being in a familiar, safe environment (their own home) actually makes trauma work feel more accessible. You're not exposing yourself in a clinical office — you're in your space, on your terms.
What if I'm not sure I have PTSD?
You don't need a PTSD diagnosis to benefit from trauma therapy. Many people experience significant trauma responses — hypervigilance, avoidance, emotional dysregulation — without meeting the full clinical criteria for PTSD. If your past is affecting your present, that's worth addressing.
How long does trauma therapy take?
Trauma work takes longer than anxiety or adjustment therapy — it's not a quick fix, and I won't pretend it is. Many clients work with me for 6–12 months, though some see significant improvement sooner. We'll assess regularly and adjust the plan as you progress.
Healing isn't linear. But it is possible.
Book a free 15-minute consultation. We'll talk about what you're carrying and whether working together makes sense.
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