Complex Trauma Therapy in San Francisco

Complex Trauma


If you’ve suffered multiple traumatic events, the effects of which remain unresolved, you may be suffering from complex trauma or complex PTSD.

People with complex trauma relieve traumatic memories and the effects of the events every day, triggering uncomfortable symptoms that alter their lives.

This type of trauma usually occurs after experiencing multiple traumas, such as abuse or neglect. Seeking therapy for complex trauma can help you process the traumatic events and learn how to manage the symptoms for healthier living.

You are more than the symptoms of unresolved complex trauma.
Do you have a hard time concentrating or making deep relationship connections? The effects of complex trauma often go beyond anxiety, depression, or panic attacks.

If you’ve suffered complex trauma, you may struggle with other feelings, including:

  • Flashback of the event

  • Difficulty controlling emotions

  • Trouble maintaining relationships

  • Hyperalertness

  • Nightmares or insomnia

  • Isolation

  • Low self-esteem

If this sounds like you, you may feel discouraged as you wrestle with anger and powerlessness. Persistent depression and mood swings can also make you feel like you are not good enough to pursue the goals or relationships you want. At Calm Again Counseling, we understand the wounds complex trauma leaves and how they can prevent you from enjoying your life. We offer several psychotherapies to help you process traumatic experiences and work toward healing.

Therapy can help you establish positive thought patterns and experience inner peace.

You don’t have to suffer with the quiet pain and desperation that comes with complex trauma. Our therapists offer a way forward if you’re tired of feeling angry, bitter, and broken. We use a combination of effective psychotherapies that help trauma survivors process their unique situations and make sense of their emotions and symptoms.

Discover the connection between your symptoms and trauma to begin healing.

Understanding the connections between your symptoms and traumatic events is an essential step toward healing. Whether you’ve experienced ongoing trauma as a child or witnessed a single event in adulthood, you may suffer from the effects of repressed memories. Sexual abuse, domestic violence, war, emotional abuse, or other troubling events are types of complex trauma that affect any age. Any trauma has a significant impact on your mental and physical health and prevents you from moving forward with your life.

If you’ve experienced complex trauma, you don’t have to suffer alone. Trying to heal in isolation can worsen your symptoms and make you feel discouraged. The good news is that the right therapist can help you recover as you find the strength to process the events of your past and learn to cope with unwanted symptoms. Our therapists will personalize your treatment plan to ensure gentle and effective healing as we help you process your unique situation and symptoms. We use a combination of psychotherapies and relaxation techniques to create a safe and non-judgemental atmosphere for you to share your thoughts and feelings.

FAQs

Do you have questions about how we can help you recover from complex trauma? Here are some questions we often answer for our clients.

How Is Complex Trauma Different From Single-Incident Trauma?

Many people wonder about the difference between complex trauma and trauma surrounding a single event. Complex trauma is also known as complex post-traumatic stress disorder (C-PTSD) and occurs from prolonged and repeated exposure to traumatic events. These events are usually interpersonal or relational, such as different forms of abuse. Complex trauma is different from a single incident because it extends across a longer time frame and triggers a broad range of emotional and mental symptoms. Those who suffer from complex trauma often struggle with severe emotions like anger, hopelessness, or self-harm.

Are There Common Symptoms Of Complex Trauma? How Can Therapy Help?

Yes, there are several symptoms of complex trauma, such as flashbacks, dissociation, low self-esteem, and trouble maintaining relationships. Victims of complex trauma may also suffer from emotional dysregulation as they struggle to understand frequent mood swings. Most therapists offer psychotherapy to help survivors process their trauma and manage symptoms. Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) are common therapies that help people separate trauma from reality so they can work toward healing.

Is It Possible to Recover From Complex Trauma, and How Long Are Therapy Sessions?

Yes! It is possible to recover from complex trauma with the right therapist and treatment plan. Although results vary with each situation, many people experience healing from past trauma. Since treatment is not a one-size-fits-all approach, some people spend longer in therapy sessions than others. Most therapists use long-term and short-term therapy to ensure comprehensive care. We work with each client to ensure they meet their needs and continue the healing journey.

What Are Some Ways Loved Ones Can Offer Support For Those Dealing With Complex Trauma?

Offering support to someone suffering from complex trauma is one of the best things you can do to encourage optimal healing. Trauma survivors need empathy, patience, and understanding as they process their emotions and strive for healing. Friends, family, and support systems can encourage trauma sufferers to seek professional help and create a non-judgemental atmosphere where they can openly share their trauma. Support systems can also take time to learn about complex trauma to help support their loved ones on their recovery journey.

Find Freedom With Complex Trauma Therapy Today

You don’t have to feel like a failure in your life as you suffer from the effects of complex trauma. Contact our team of compassionate therapists at Calm Again Counseling today, and we will schedule a free 15-minute consultation. We will match you with a therapist who will create a customized treatment plan to encourage optimal recovery and help you regain control of your life. Contact us today and discover how complex trauma therapy can change your life.