Traumatic childhood experiences affect us throughout our lives. The more distressing experiences we had as children, the greater the likelihood that we will develop mental health issues and be limited in our daily lives by anxiety or unwanted behavioral patterns.
Trauma is often associated with silence and avoidance. But I am convinced that the exact opposite helps us integrate traumatic experiences into our lives and makes it possible to live a free, joyful life despite the scars. This has a lot to do with talking about it and opening up. But that’s only possible if there’s someone there who listens.
I’d be happy to accompany you up the mountain to overcome the trauma in your life. You’re not alone. Together, we’ll make our way back down the mountain, and by then you’ll have accomplished something great and can be proud of yourself.
Furthermore, I am convinced that the privilege of gathering knowledge, learning, and studying must be passed on. Through psychoeducation with my clients, but also through seminars for anyone who would like to learn more about trauma: professional and volunteer support workers for refugees, foster parents, social workers, and social workers and educators both here and abroad.
Professional counseling services – such as psychiatric clinics, psychiatrists, psychologists, and psychotherapists – are completely overwhelmed these days by the demand for psychological help. I am convinced that even laypeople or members of other professional groups can learn to help people who have experienced traumatic events, thereby alleviating some of the burden on professional counseling services. It is clear, however, that they serve as a form of triage, referring those seeking help who need more support or who exhibit complex behavioral disorders, suicidal tendencies, and/or severe symptoms of mental illness.
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