Top 3 Truths about Trauma Therapy NJ

Top 3 Truths about Trauma Therapy NJ

People think about therapy in general and have all these misconceptions about what it entails.  From television, media, and rumors, there are a ton of myths relative to therapy.  This article will discuss the 3 truths about trauma therapy in Sewell, NJ.  

Let’s dispel some myths and talk about some therapy truths.  I’m here to help because the more truth there is out there about therapy, counseling, psychotherapy, and all things mental health, the more people may be open to getting help, start conversations about mental health, and start to destigmatize mental health in general.  

Truth #1 about Trauma Therapy NJ

Trauma therapy can be challenging and that’s why many people stray away from it. I think this is a myth and a truth.  Trauma therapy may be challenging for some.  For the most part, there is work to be done in treatment prior to processing trauma.  Trauma is processed when the individual is ready.  This takes time.  As a client, you will need to build trust with your therapist, gain knowledge of coping skills to manage your emotions, and prepare to process your trauma.  Trauma therapy work, the actual work is not something that you jump into.  You take your time and when you’re ready to process you do the work.  I’m not saying it won’t be challenging, but you should have enough practice and gained enough skills in treatment to get to the point to cope with processing the trauma.  At the end of the day, it is definitely worth it!

Truth #2 about Trauma Therapy NJ

Trauma therapy can be short-term. One myth is that trauma therapy takes years of laying on a couch talking about your life and childhood forever.  Trauma therapy length of time is relative to the individual so there is no real duration of time for treatment.  Trauma therapy or therapy, in general, does not have to be a forever thing.  You can gain healthy coping skills, self-care strategies, process your trauma, and move forward in several months or less pending individual circumstances.

Truth #3 about Trauma Therapy NJ

Working on trauma can help improve thoughts, feelings, and actions.  This is so true.  Many people lack understanding of our thoughts, feelings, and actions in terms of traumatic life experiences and its impact on us.  Trauma echos through our behaviors.  Learning how to manage emotions, practice self-care, and engage in self-improvement is an opportunity to move forward and be and do better for self.

I hope reading the 3 truths about trauma therapy in NJ is helpful to learn the truths about treatment and encourage you to get help or to share this article with someone who can benefit from reading it.  If you’re feeling stuck, feel free to give me a call at 856.441.5216.  I will be happy to assist you and help direct you to the right person. If you’re looking for help with trauma therapy, managing depression or anxiety, you can read more about how I can help here.