Trauma Therapy
Maroubra Psychologists
Heal from the Past & Reclaim Your Life
Experiencing trauma can have a lasting impact on mental, emotional, and physical well-being. Whether caused by a single distressing event or prolonged exposure to stress, trauma can affect daily life, relationships, and self-perception.
At Hendriks Psychology, we provide compassionate, evidence-based trauma therapy to help you process painful experiences, reduce distressing symptoms, and regain a sense of safety and control.
Understanding Trauma
Trauma can result from a variety of life experiences, including physical, emotional, or sexual abuse, accidents, injuries, and medical trauma. It can also stem from violence, assault, natural disasters, the loss of a loved one, or sudden life changes.
Childhood neglect or dysfunctional family dynamics, as well as exposure to war or traumatic workplaces, can also lead to lasting emotional and psychological wounds. When left unresolved, trauma can manifest in ongoing psychological and physiological symptoms such as flashbacks, nightmares, anxiety, depression, and difficulty trusting others.
Individuals may experience emotional numbness, irritability, anger, or difficulties in maintaining relationships. Additionally, trauma can lead to sleep disturbances or chronic fatigue, and without proper support, these effects can persist, impacting everyday life. However, with the right therapeutic support, it is possible to heal from trauma and regain a sense of safety and control over one’s life.
FAQs
Trauma therapy is a specialised approach to help individuals process and heal from distressing or traumatic experiences.
If past experiences are affecting your daily life, relationships, or emotional well-being, trauma therapy can provide support and healing strategies.
Yes, trauma therapy can help manage PTSD symptoms, reduce distress, and improve coping mechanisms.
Sessions involve discussing experiences at your own pace, learning coping techniques, and working through distressing emotions in a safe space.
Yes, EMDR is a well-researched therapy that helps process and desensitise traumatic memories.
Yes, unresolved trauma can contribute to stress-related illnesses, chronic pain, and sleep disturbances.
Healing is a personal journey, and the duration of therapy varies based on individual needs and progress.
No, therapy is at your pace. You don’t have to share everything at once or relive painful memories in detail.
You can contact our clinic directly by phone or on 02 8958 2585 or use our online appointment request to schedule a session.
Maroubra Psychology Practice
Hendriks Psychology
At Hendriks Psychology, we provide compassionate and professional mental health care services to individuals in Maroubra and Sydney. Our practice is dedicated to offering effective psychological support to adults, adolescents and chilldren.
