Counseling for Trauma in Ohio
In-person and online counseling for trauma in Columbus and Worthington Ohio
You don’t have to carry this alone.
Trauma isn’t just about what happened.
It’s about how the experience continues to affect you—your thoughts, emotions, relationships, and sense of safety in the world.
You might not even call it trauma. You just know something doesn’t feel right.
Whether the trauma was recent or occurred years ago, whether it was a single event or something that happened over time, the impact can be deep and lasting. And often, people who’ve experienced trauma downplay their pain—telling themselves it “wasn’t that bad” or “others have it worse.”
But trauma isn’t about comparison. It’s about what you went through—and what you need now.
The Lingering Effects of Trauma: Emotional and Physical Clues
Trauma doesn’t always look like what we expect.
Sometimes it shows up as always feeling on edge, shutting down, or just trying to get through the day. Even if the trauma is over, your body might still be in survival mode—tight muscles, exhaustion, racing thoughts, trouble sleeping. It can affect how you feel about yourself, how you relate to others, and how safe the world feels. You might feel like you’re always waiting for something bad to happen, even when things are calm.
Does any of this sound familiar?
Struggle with anxiety, panic, or chronic overwhelm
Feel numb, disconnected, or like you’re "going through the motions"
Experience sleep problems, nightmares, or racing thoughts
Find it difficult to trust others—or yourself
Have a hard time feeling safe, even in calm situations
React strongly to memories, sounds, or situations that remind you of the past
Carry guilt, shame, or self-blame, even if you "know better”
Trauma can shape how you see yourself, how you connect with others, and how you show up in everyday life.
But you are not broken and counseling can help.
How can counseling help?
Healing from the effects of trauma doesn’t mean forgetting. It means creating space between the past and the present—and finding new ways to feel grounded, supported, and whole.
Counseling offers a place to pause and take a breath. It's not about “fixing” you—because you're not broken. It’s about understanding how your mind and body have learned to protect you, and slowly helping those systems realize that it’s safe. With time, you can learn tools to manage anxiety, regulate emotions, and rebuild trust—with yourself and with others.
And you don’t have to go it alone. We’ll walk through it together, at your pace. I’ll be there to support you as you process your experiences, and together, we’ll explore what safety, connection, and healing can look like for you.
Can trauma really be treated?
Maybe you’ve thought of trying counseling before but found yourself thinking…
“Can therapy actually help me heal from what happened?”
“Will this pain ever actually go away?”
“Is there hope for me to feel normal again?”
“What kinds of treatment really work for trauma?”
“Am I broken beyond repair?”
“Is it possible to stop feeling stuck?”
If you’ve been carrying the weight of trauma, it’s natural to wonder if healing is truly possible. The good news is: it absolutely is. Trauma can leave deep emotional and physical scars, but with the right treatment, you can move beyond survival and reclaim a sense of peace, safety, and well-being.
We use evidence-based therapies proven by clinical research to support healing at your own pace. These include:
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing): A powerful, brain-based therapy that helps process and reduce the intensity of traumatic memories.
Trauma-Responsive Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TR-CBT): This approach helps you understand and change the thought patterns that keep trauma alive in your mind, giving you tools to manage symptoms and regain control.
The Flash Technique: A newer, gentle method designed to quickly reduce trauma-related distress by focusing your attention in a way that allows your brain to process difficult memories without overwhelming you.
With compassionate guidance and proven therapies, you can find relief, build resilience, and create a future defined not by trauma, but by hope and growth.
If you’re ready to start we’re here to walk alongside you every step of the way. Reach out today for a free consultation.