Omaha Trauma Therapists & Psychiatrists

What is trauma?

Trauma is a response to a deeply distressing or disturbing event that overwhelms an individual’s ability to cope. Understanding the various types of trauma is essential for effective treatment.

• • Acute Trauma: Results from a single, sudden event, such as an accident or natural disaster.
  • Chronic Trauma: Stems from prolonged exposure to distressing situations, like ongoing abuse or war.
  • Complex Trauma: Arises from multiple, varied traumatic events, often beginning in childhood.
  • Cumulative Trauma: Refers to the gradual, accumulating impact of persistent stressors over time, such as ongoing financial difficulties or dysfunctional relationships.
  • Secondary Trauma: Occurs when individuals indirectly experience trauma through exposure to others’ traumatic experiences.

A Holistic Approach to Trauma Treatment

Our trauma services are designed to help individuals process and heal from traumatic experiences. Our approach is tailored to meet each individual’s unique needs, promoting healing and recovery. Psychiatric care plays a vital role in managing trauma, and our psychiatric approach ensures comprehensive care, combining medication with therapeutic interventions for optimal results.

We believe in a holistic approach to trauma treatment, integrating therapy and psychiatry for comprehensive care. Our integrated treatment plans involve collaboration between therapists, psychiatrists, and primary care providers, ensuring personalized and effective support. We provide long-term follow-up and continuous support to help our patients thrive.

• • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Helps individuals change negative thought patterns and behaviors.
  • Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR): Facilitates the processing of traumatic memories.
  • Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT): Combines cognitive-behavioral techniques with trauma-sensitive interventions.
  • Narrative Exposure Therapy (NET): Helps individuals construct a coherent narrative of their traumatic experiences.
  • Somatic Experiencing: Focuses on releasing trauma stored in the body.
  • Medication Management: Our board certified psychiatry specialist monitors and adjusts medications to find the most effective regimen. Medications range from stimulants to non-stimulants

Symptoms of Trauma in Children & Adults

Trauma can significantly impact daily life, affecting emotional well-being, relationships, and overall functioning. Recognizing symptoms of trauma is crucial for early intervention and effective management, and symptoms can differ between children and adults. If you or a loved one experience the following signs of trauma, seeking professional help can pave the way for healing and a renewed sense of well-being.

In Children

• • Nightmares or sleep disturbances
  • Behavioral changes such as increased aggression or withdrawal
  • Difficulty concentrating in school
  • Physical symptoms like headaches or stomach aches
  • Fearfulness and anxiety

In Adults

• • Flashbacks or intrusive memories
  • Avoidance of reminders of the trauma
  • Hypervigilance and exaggerated startle response
  • Emotional numbness or detachment
  • Difficulty maintaining relationships