If you suffer from any of the following symptoms, you may benefit greatly from counseling:
- Sleep problems (difficulty falling or staying asleep, sleeping too much)
- Flashbacks and/or nightmares
- Restlessness
- Feeling helpless
- Difficulty focusing or completing tasks
- Difficulty trusting others
- Difficulty communicating needs
Trauma can be intensified by other stressors, such as limited support, lack of resources, and social mistreatment, causing additional symptoms to emerge, which may include:
- Depression
- Anxiety
- Substance abuse
- Overeating
- Health problems
- Shame
Fortunately, trauma is treatable. With the right help, you can recover from your traumatic experiences and reclaim your life.