When you hear the word trauma, do you automatically think of abuse or a major incident? Did you know that trauma goes well beyond obvious situations? A fall off a bike, bullying, divorce, a sudden loss, adoption, in utero stress, birth complications, and medical procedures can all cause trauma, just to name a few.

Guiding Arrows Counseling is dedicated to providing comprehensive support to children and teens facing the challenges of trauma. Our approach is rooted in the latest research in somatic therapy and nervous system regulation, ensuring that our clients receive cutting-edge and evidence-based interventions tailored to their unique needs.

At Guiding Arrows Counseling, we understand the profound impact that trauma can have on the developing minds and bodies of children and teenagers. Our trauma therapy techniques are designed to address not only the emotional and psychological aspects of trauma but also the physical sensations within the body. Somatic therapy is the core of our interventions, allowing individuals to explore the mind-body connection and work towards healing from the inside out.

Research supports that trauma is not just the event itself but rather the residue that is left within the nervous system. Trauma is a response to an event that overwhelms an individual’s capacity to cope and results in a dysregulated nervous system. Trauma therapy aims to delve into the physiological and neurological aspects of the experience. We find it critical to uncover how the body holds onto the effects of trauma, often manifesting in symptoms such as hyperarousal, hypervigilance, or even dissociation (fight, flight or freeze).