vendredi 17 février 2017

Trauma Therapy Marin County Requires The Right Therapist

By John Burns


It's an unfortunate reality that many individuals experience events so traumatic that they are medically diagnosed with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). In order to help them cope - if not completely get over - these events, they choose to undergo trauma therapy Marin County. In this type of therapy, the goal is to help the patients process the emotions they feel in relation to the traumatic event.

This can be a very emotionally draining process, as it involves having to recall circumstances surrounding the incident. Not everyone is open to the idea of having to relive what may be the worst moment in their life, and then being encouraged to embrace and surpass the emotions related to them. Because of how sensitive these issues are, it's of utmost importance that the person guiding them through it is the right person.

Essentially, the goal is for them to be able to talk and think about the event comfortably, without being too overwhelmed by the negative emotions. As each person has different coping mechanisms, the process of overcoming the trauma is different for everyone. In this sense, it's natural for there to be a lot of experimentation when finding a therapist.

There are many ways someone can choose a therapist, starting off with gathering a list of potential ones. A good place to start doing this is with contacting organizations that deal with or support coping with post-traumatic events and therapy. These organizations will be able to give referrals specific to needs of the individual, or at least refer other organizations that will be of more help. However, it is important to remember that the ideal therapist should be officially licensed by the government, and not just certified by organizations.

In some cases, patients may already be a part of a local support group that helps them deal with the events on a more personal level. They can also start building their pool of possible therapists through referrals in these support groups, as well as people they trust most such as community professionals, family, and friends. However, these referrals should always be taken with a grain of salt. Not all experiences will require the same kind of therapist, and different circumstances may have different end goals or processes.

Once there is a pool of possible therapists available, a good therapist will be able to answer any questions, and will also be genuinely interested in asking the right ones as well. They should have no trouble explaining the process in easily understandable terms, set realistic and achievable expectations, and give benchmarks on how to tell if the therapy is working.

As mentioned, experimentation is normal. Even when therapy sessions are already ongoing, it's okay for the person to feel that the therapist is not the right one or trained professional. Part of the process involves challenging them to their limits, but it's also essential for the professional to ensure they are still in a safe and respected place. If this is not happening, maybe switching therapists would be the best move.

It is not expected that the right therapist will be found right away. Sometimes, a person may even realize they are not the right match after several therapy sessions. This is perfectly okay, to ensure that they can truly move on.




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