TRAUMA, SYMPTOMS, THERAPIES AND RECOVERY: A COMPLETE GUIDE BY MIND READER - SWETA W SOMO

1. What is Trauma?

Trauma is a psychological and emotional response to an event or series of events that overwhelm your ability to cope. It affects the mind, body, and sense of safety.

2. Types of Trauma

• Acute Trauma: Single distressing event (e.g., accident, assault).

• Chronic Trauma: Repeated exposure (e.g., domestic violence).

• Complex Trauma: Multiple interpersonal traumatic events.

• Secondary Trauma: Indirect exposure (e.g., caregivers, first responders).

• Developmental Trauma: Occurs during childhood, impacting emotional growth.

  
  

3. Symptoms of Trauma

• Physical: Fatigue, headaches, muscle tension.

• Emotional: Anxiety, sadness, irritability, numbness.

• Cognitive: Poor concentration, intrusive thoughts.

• Behavioral: Avoidance, withdrawal, substance use.

  
  

4. Situations That Seem Traumatic but Are Not

• Stressful life changes (e.g., breakup, job loss) may feel overwhelming but often resolve naturally.

• Trauma persists when the nervous system remains dysregulated and healing is blocked.

  
  

5. Therapies to Overcome Trauma

• Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT): Restructures negative beliefs.

• Prolonged Exposure Therapy: Safely revisits traumatic memories.

• EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing): Uses bilateral stimulation.

• Somatic Therapy: Releases trauma stored in the body.

• Trauma-Focused CBT: Combines cognitive and behavioral strategies.

• Mindfulness & Self-Care: Yoga, journaling, breathing exercises.

  
  

6. Signs Trauma is Healing

• Reduced emotional triggers and flashbacks.

• Improved emotional regulation and ability to pause before reacting.

• Physical relaxation (deep breathing, less tension).

• Feeling safe, connected, and trusting again.

• Enjoying life without fear or guilt.

  
  

7. Services Offered by Mind Reader Sweta

• Counseling & Hypnotherapy

• Trauma Deprogramming & NLP

• Mindfulness Coaching

• NDIS & Aged Care Mental Health Support

• Community Awareness Programs

  
  

• Holistic Approaches: Combining therapy with neurofeedback and astrology.

  
  

✅ Pro Tip: Healing is a journey, not a destination. Professional help, self-care, and supportive relationships are key.