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How Trauma
Affects the
Mind and Body
Understanding the connection between past experiences and present responses — and how healing becomes possible.
Trauma doesn't just live in memories — it often lives in the body and nervous system. Many people experience trauma responses without realizing that past experiences may still be affecting them.
What Is Trauma?
Trauma occurs when an experience overwhelms a person's ability to cope. This can include:
Childhood trauma
Relationship trauma
Medical trauma
Emotional or physical abuse
Identity-based or racial trauma
Trauma is not defined by the event itself, but by how the body and mind respond.
Common Trauma Responses
Trauma may show up as:
Hypervigilance or feeling constantly on edge
Emotional numbness or disconnection
Difficulty trusting others
Flashbacks or intrusive thoughts
Strong emotional reactions to reminders
Difficulty relaxing or feeling safe
These responses are survival mechanisms — not personal failures.
Why Trauma-Informed Therapy Matters
Trauma-informed therapy prioritizes safety, choice, and emotional regulation. Healing does not require reliving painful experiences in detail. Instead, therapy helps clients:
Understand
Trauma responses and their origins
Regulate
The nervous system safely
Restore
Sense of control and safety
Healing Is Possible
Trauma-informed therapy creates a safe space for understanding and healing. You don't have to navigate this journey alone.
Emlightened Words provides HIPAA-compliant telehealth therapy services to clients across llinois, including Chicago, Crete, and surrounding communities
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