Trauma & PTSD Counseling in Albuquerque

You Are More Than What Happened to You

Trauma can change the way you experience yourself, other people, and the world around you.

Sometimes the effects are immediate. Sometimes they don't become noticeable until months or years later.

You may experience intrusive memories, anxiety, emotional numbness, difficulty trusting others, heightened reactions, nightmares, avoidance, or a persistent feeling that you're not safe.

The Family Connection provides trauma-informed counseling for individuals navigating the effects of traumatic or overwhelming experiences.

Trauma Can Take Many Forms

Trauma isn't limited to one type of experience.

People may seek support following:

Childhood trauma
Abuse or neglect
Domestic or intimate partner violence
Accidents or serious injuries
Military experiences
First responder experiences
Medical procedures or hospitalization
Birth or reproductive experiences
Sudden or traumatic loss
Exposure to violence
Other overwhelming experiences

Your experience does not have to fit a specific category for you to deserve support.

Signs You May Be Dealing With Trauma

Trauma can affect your thoughts, emotions, body, behavior, and relationships.

You may notice:

Flashbacks or intrusive memories
Nightmares
Anxiety or panic
Avoiding reminders of an experience
Feeling constantly on guard
Difficulty trusting others
Emotional numbness or disconnection
Strong reactions to certain situations
Sleep difficulties
Relationship challenges
Feelings of shame, guilt, or helplessness

How TFC Can Help

Trauma counseling is not one-size-fits-all.

Your provider will work with you to establish safety, understand your experiences, and determine what type of support fits your needs.

Depending on the provider and your situation, TFC offers trauma-focused approaches including EMDR and Reconsolidation of Traumatic Memories (RTM) Protocol. TFC currently has dedicated pages explaining both approaches.

Other counseling approaches may also be incorporated based on your goals and your provider's training.

The focus is on helping you move forward while respecting your pace and individual experience.

You Don't Have to Relive Everything to Ask for Help

If you're worried that talking about trauma means telling every detail of what happened, know that the first step is simply having a conversation about what you're experiencing and what you need.

Your provider can help you understand your options.