Therapy for Trauma & PTSD
Virtually in Virginia & Maryland

Through trauma-informed, faith-integrated therapy, we help individuals carrying the weight of painful experiences so you can stop living in survival mode and begin experiencing safety, stability, and healing.

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When The Past Feels Like It Won't Stay Behind You

You may feel on edge, disconnected, emotionally numb, or easily overwhelmed. Certain situations or memories may trigger reactions you can’t fully explain. Trauma can quietly shape how you move through the world.


If this feels familiar, your body is responding — not failing.

What Is Trauma?

Trauma is the body and mind’s response to overwhelming or threatening experiences. People often seek therapy when the effects linger — affecting emotions, relationships, faith, or sense of safety. It may be intense, taking over your whole self, or subtle and sharp, allowing you to keep a calm face while a storm rages inside.


Healing does not require reliving the pain. It is developed gently with safety and compassion.

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Benefits of Engaging in Trauma Therapy

Healing often brings subtle but meaningful relief.

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Emotional Safety

Reducing reactivity and overwhelm in daily life

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Body Awareness

Increased grounding and presence within your body

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Renewed Sense of Self

A growing sense of control, strength, and peace

How do clients describe their experience in therapy?

If these words speak to your current struggles or if you have more questions, reach out to speak to a therapist about your experience today.

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"It felt like I could never escape this. It's like ... being able to exhale again."

Stabilizing

Safe

Restoring

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What Healing Can Look Like

Life may begin to feel more spacious and steady. You may experience greater peace, clearer boundaries, and renewed capacity for connection. You feel more like yourself and more in tune with a full range of emotions, feeling more capable of navigating them.


One effective trauma-informed option is EMDR, which can be utilized with a faith-based approach and integration of your spiritual life.


Gradually, reactions soften and understanding deepens. Over time, healing shapes how you relate to yourself, others, and God, creating space for you to grow and become more fully who you were made to be.

Work with a Catholic counselor to heal from trauma with evidence-based counseling aligned with your faith

You do not have to carry this alone. We are here to walk with you toward healing.