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PTSD & Trauma Therapy near Houston in League City, The Woodlands & Midland TX

Trauma: You Don’t Have to Carry This Alone

If you’re here, you might be feeling like your world is constantly spinning out of control. Maybe you’ve tried to bury the pain, push through the memories, or just keep going—but it’s catching up with you.

You might feel like:

  • You’re stuck reliving the past, with flashbacks or nightmares that come out of nowhere.
  • You’ve been crying unexpectedly or feeling numb, like you’re disconnected from yourself and the world around you.
  • Your body feels like it’s on high alert all the time—your chest tightens, your stomach hurts, or you feel shaky and exhausted, even when there’s no “reason.”
  • You’ve been trying to hold it all together, but the smallest thing—a memory, a song, or even a smell—throws you back into a place you don’t want to be.
  • The inner critic in your head keeps saying, “You should be handling this better.”

Maybe something specific brought you here—a recent loss, a big fight, or an overwhelming moment that finally made you realize you can’t keep going like this. Or maybe it’s been building for a while, and you’re tired of feeling this way.

You Are Not Alone in This

Trauma can make you feel isolated, like no one understands the weight you’re carrying. You might feel ashamed to even call it “trauma,” as if what you’ve been through doesn’t qualify. But let me assure you—your experiences, your pain, and your feelings matter.

Whether it’s the result of childhood trauma, loss, abusive relationships, or even years of holding it all in, you don’t have to navigate this alone. Healing doesn’t mean forgetting or erasing what happened—it means learning how to live again without being controlled by it.

What Healing Can Look Like

Imagine a life where:

  • You can get through the day without constantly looking over your shoulder or feeling on edge.
  • Flashbacks and nightmares lose their grip on you, and you finally feel safe in your own body.
  • You’re able to stay present—enjoying moments with loved ones without being pulled back into the past.
  • You trust yourself again, knowing you have the tools to manage the hard days.
  • You can breathe deeply, rest fully, and begin to feel like yourself again.
  • Healing takes time, and it’s not always easy, but it’s possible. Together, we can create a safe space to work through the pain. Whether that’s using EMDR to reprocess painful memories, learning grounding techniques to stay present, or just giving you a place to talk without judgment, we’ll take it one step at a time.

What Are Symptoms of Trauma?

Anxiety

Intense Fear

Change in Sleep

Emotional Numbing

Change in Behavior

Change in Appetite

Withdrawing from loved ones

Nightmares

Exhaustion

Traumatic Events

Pandemics such as Covid-19

Illness

Grief, loss of someone or something

Job Loss

Betrayal trauma

Abuse

(sexually, physically, mentally and/or emotionally)

Witnessing an accident

Caregiving

Sexual Assault

Chronic Stress

Addiction

Natural disasters (such as earthquake, flood, tornado)

Man made disasters (such as bombings)

Violent person attacks (such as mugging, kidnap or being held captive)

Shock Trauma

Signs of Emotional Abuse

If you’re wondering whether it’s happening to you, here are some of the

signs: 

  • Yelling at you
  • Name-calling
  • Spewing insults or otherwise ridiculing you
  • Attempting to make you question your own sanity (gaslighting)
  • Invading your privacy
  • Punishing you for not going along with what they want
  • Trying to control your life
  • Isolating you from family and friends
  • Making subtle or overt threats
  • Expectations of you are never met (unrealistic)
  • They create chaos
  • Humiliate you in public
  • Treats you like a possession or property


Sexual Abuse

One in six women and one in 33 men in the U.S. has been raped or been the victim of attempted rape. After being sexually assaulted, it can be difficult to know where to turn for help. It is just as important to get help for the emotional impact of sexual assault as it is to receive care for physical wounds. Even if they think they are coping well, survivors of sexual assault often experience self-blame, lowered self-esteem, panic attacks, eating disorders, difficulty sleeping and concentrating, and problems with work and

social interactions. The National Women’s Study found that 30% of rape survivors suffer from depression. Rape survivors are also at an increased risk for suicide and drug abuse. Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, and fear are common among rape survivors. Interestingly, therapies that were designed to help soldiers with PTSD are now being used to help victims of

sexual assault. Symptoms Include:

  • Intrusive re-experiencing (through memories or reminders) of the assault
  • Avoidance of trauma-related stimuli or reminders
  • Alterations in thoughts and mood (negative thinking and depressed, anxious, or angry mood)
  • Increased arousal and reactivity (anxiety, hypervigilance, irritability, easily startle)

You might be in denial at first. It can be shocking to find yourself in such a situation. It’s natural to hope you’re wrong. It is common to feel confused, fearful, hopeless and shame. This emotional toll can also result

in behavioral and physical side effects. You may experience:

  • Difficulty concentrating
  • Moodiness
  • Muscle tension
  • Nightmares
  • Racing heartbeat
  • Various aches and pains

Types of Trauma Disorders such as Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD): A disorder in which

a person has difficulty recovering after experiencing or witnessing a

terrifying event. The condition may last months or years, with triggers that

can bring back memories of the trauma accompanied by intense emotional and

physical reactions. Symptoms may include nightmares or unwanted memories of the

trauma, avoidance of situations that bring back memories of the trauma,

heightened reactions, anxiety, or depressed mood. Treatment includes different

types of trauma-focused psychotherapy as well as medications to manage

symptoms.

Acute stress disorder (ASD): is an intense, unpleasant, and

dysfunctional reaction beginning shortly after an overwhelming traumatic event

and lasting less than a month. If symptoms persist longer than a month, people

are diagnosed as having post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)

Adjustment disorders: is a group of symptoms, such as

stress, feeling sad or hopeless, and physical symptoms that can occur after you

go through a stressful life event. The symptoms occur because you are having a

hard time coping. Your reaction is stronger than expected for the type of event

that occurred.

Reactive attachment disorder (RAD): is described in

clinical literature as a severe and relatively uncommon disorder that can

affect children. RAD is characterized by markedly disturbed and developmentally

inappropriate ways of relating socially in most contexts.

Specific treatment for PTSD will be

determined by your individual circumstances:

Age

Overall Health

Medical History

Severity of Disease

Tolerance of Medications

Tolerance of Therapies

Your Expectations

Your Preference

Tolerance of Procedures

PTSD TREATMENT OPTIONS FOR YOU

Treatment for trauma includes cognitive-behavioral therapy which helps

process and evaluate thoughts and feelings about a trauma. A number of

psychotherapy approaches have been designed with the treatment of trauma , such

as EMDR therapy, mindfulness techniques, as well as

Cognitive- behavioral Treatment (CPT).

Treatment Benefits: 

  • Help you calm and soothe yourself
  • Increase your awareness of, and access to, inner strengths and outside resources
  • Process specific memories, through carefully guided talk and/or writing
  • Challenge yourself to reconnect and do non-dangerous things you have been avoiding since the traumatic event(s)
  • Challenge trauma-based thinking, so that you can restore a healthy mental framework for living
  • Make meaning of what happened and how it has affected your deepest self and your family
  • Reduce symptoms of depression and anxiety
  • Increase a personal sense of confidence and competence
  • Regain your quality of life, including enhanced relationships with others, greater activity level, and more positive and stable mood
  • Reduce, if not eliminate, trauma-reaction symptoms/symptoms of PTSD


Frequently Asked Questions


If I’ve experienced a traumatic event, does that mean I have PTSD?

Not necessarily. Experiencing a traumatic event can lead to stress or emotional challenges, but not everyone who experiences trauma develops PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder). Many people recover and adapt after a traumatic experience, while others may continue to struggle with symptoms such as flashbacks, intense fear, or emotional distress. PTSD occurs when these symptoms persist and interfere with daily life for an extended period of time. If you’re unsure or concerned about your experience, a therapist can help assess whether PTSD is present and guide you through the healing process.

What is PTSD therapy and how does it differ from general trauma therapy?

PTSD therapy specifically targets the symptoms of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, which may include flashbacks, intense fear, emotional numbness, and intrusive thoughts. PTSD therapy often uses specialized approaches like EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help process and desensitize traumatic memories. While trauma therapy focuses broadly on healing from trauma, PTSD therapy addresses the specific symptoms and difficulties that arise from PTSD.

What is the trauma therapy process, and what can I expect during treatment?

Assessment: We’ll begin by exploring your history of trauma and any related symptoms.

Processing: We’ll work through challenging emotions and memories, often using techniques like CBT, EMDR, or mindfulness.

Stabilization: We’ll focus on building coping strategies and grounding techniques to help manage overwhelming feelings.

Integration: You’ll learn to integrate these experiences in a way that promotes healing and reduces the impact of trauma.

Throughout the process, I’ll provide support and tools tailored to your specific needs to guide you toward greater resilience and well-being.

Is there a trauma therapist near me?

It depends where you are, we have offices in League City, The Woodlands, and Midland TX. We do offer virtual sessions in Texas & South Dakota.

I’ve heard of EMDR—why is it so popular, and do you provide it?

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a highly effective therapy for trauma and PTSD. It’s popular because research has shown that it can help individuals process and heal from distressing memories, reducing the intensity of symptoms like flashbacks, anxiety, and emotional distress. EMDR uses structured eye movements or other bilateral stimulation to help the brain reprocess traumatic memories in a safe and supportive way.

Yes, most of us provide EMDR as part of my trauma therapy services to help individuals heal from the effects of trauma and PTSD.

Begin Trauma and PTSD therapy near

Houston, The Woodlands & League City, Midland TX

Our compassionate therapists, support and assist

clients to connect with their authentic self and learn to love, not hate,

themselves. Also, behaviors will be evaluated that are not currently working

for them. We utilize multiple therapy modalities based on the client’s

personality and problem. The therapy modalities are all research-based and are

showing success based on the particular problems and the client.

Our greatest desire at Therapy for Families is to help each individual

feel comfortable and hopeful about their therapy process.

Please feel free to contact us with any questions or concerns. We also offer a free

consultation to help assess how therapy can benefit you and help you

to feel peace and happiness again.


Make the Next Step!


1 Reach Out

Schedule a free consultation by texting or calling 281-819-0308 or filling out the form below to learn more about us, ask questions, and see if you would like to move forward!

2 Begin The Healing

Experience the healing experience of therapy, where you can show up just as you are knowing we will do the same!

3 Discover Meaningful Support & Goals on your Treatment Plan

Begin leaving a peaceful and fulfilling life you deserve- free from past pain & connecting with who you were meant to be!