Trauma

Trauma is what happens when you go through something really scary, overwhelming, or painful—and your mind and body don’t feel safe, even after the event is over. Trauma isn’t just about what happened to you—it’s also about how it affected you. Some people experience trauma from big, obvious events, while others might be impacted by things that are harder to see but still deeply upsetting.

There are different types of trauma, including:

• PTSD– A one-time event, like a car accident, injury, assault, or natural disaster.

• Chronic trauma – Ongoing or repeated experiences, like bullying, emotional abuse, neglect, or living in a violent home, which can happen at any age

• Complex trauma – When someone goes through multiple traumatic events over time, especially during childhood.

• Secondary or vicarious trauma – When you’re deeply affected by someone else’s trauma, like hearing about a loved one’s painful experience or witnessing something disturbing.

Trauma can shape the way you think, feel, and relate to the world around you—but healing is possible. With the right support, your brain and body can start to feel safe again. You don’t have to rush the process—healing happens in your own time, and you don’t have to do it alone.