Understand Trauma & Healing: Your Path Forward | Trauma-Informed Therapy, EMDR & CBT Bolton

 

Trauma can feel overwhelming, but understanding it is the first step toward healing. Whether you’re an adult, a parent, or a child, the impact of trauma can shape how you think, feel, and relate to others. The good news? Recovery is possible—and you don’t have to do it alone.

What Is Trauma?

Trauma isn’t just about what happened—it’s about how your mind and body respond to overwhelming experiences. These experiences can leave you feeling unsafe, anxious, or disconnected, even long after the event has passed.

For children, trauma can affect brain development, emotional regulation, and attachment. For parents and adults, it can lead to difficulties in relationships, heightened stress, or feeling “stuck” in survival mode.

How Trauma Affects Us

• Emotional Impact: Anxiety, sadness, anger, or feeling numb.
• Physical Responses: Sleep problems, tension, or feeling constantly on edge.
• Relationships: Struggles with trust, connection, or communication.
• Behavioural Changes: Withdrawal, acting out, or difficulty concentrating.

These responses are normal reactions to abnormal events—but they don’t have to define your future.

How Therapy Can Help

Healing from trauma means creating safety, building trust, and gently processing what happened. I use trauma-informed approaches designed to support recovery at your pace, including:

• Talking Therapy – A safe space to share and feel heard.
• CBT (Cognitive Behavioural Therapy) – Practical tools to manage thoughts and emotions.
• Solution-Focused Therapy – Helping you move toward your goals and strengths.
• DDP (Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy) – Supporting attachment and connection, especially for families and children.
• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitisation and Reprocessing) – A proven method for processing traumatic memories.

Benefits of Trauma-Informed Therapy

• Greater sense of safety and control
• Improved emotional wellbeing
• Stronger relationships and attachment
• Reduced anxiety and stress
• Tools for resilience and coping

Your Path Forward Starts Here

You’ve already taken the first step by seeking information. Now, let’s take the next step together.

Book a FREE consultation today to explore how therapy can support your healing journey.

Email me: briony@goodthingstherapywellbeing.co.uk