Trauma Therapy in Calgary
What is Trauma?
Trauma happens when we experience events that feel overwhelming, frightening, or beyond our ability to cope. It doesn’t always have to be a single dramatic event — it can also build over time from ongoing stress, loss, or difficult experiences. Trauma can affect the way we feel in our bodies, the way we think, and the way we connect with ourselves and others. While its impact can be deep, healing is possible.
Common Signs & Symptoms:
Trauma can show up in many ways — in your body, thoughts, emotions, and behaviours. Some common signs include:
Physical & bodily symptoms:
Feeling tense, restless, or on edge
Trouble sleeping or frequent nightmares
Fatigue or low energy
Headaches, stomach aches, or other unexplained aches and pains
Startling easily or feeling jumpy
Emotional & mental symptoms:
Intense fear, sadness, or irritability
Feeling numb, detached, or disconnected from yourself or others
Difficulty concentrating or making decisions
Overthinking or replaying upsetting experiences
Feeling overwhelmed by everyday stress
Behavioural changes:
Avoiding certain places, people, or situations
Withdrawing from social connections
Increased use of substances, food, or other coping strategies
How I Help
Together, we’ll choose the approach that feels most comfortable and effective for you, so your care is tailored to your unique needs and goals.
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT)
Learn to recognize and gently challenge unhelpful thoughts and patterns, so you can process difficult experiences and feel more in control of your emotions.
Somatic Therapy
Focus on the body’s sensations and responses, allowing you to release stored tension and feel safer and more grounded in your own body.
Internal Family Systems (IFS)
Connect with the different “parts” of yourself—especially those holding pain or fear—so you can understand, comfort, and heal them, bringing more balance and inner safety.
Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT)
Safely explore and process difficult emotions, helping you make sense of your experiences and feel more understood and supported.