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Mary (Katie) Gibbons, MA, NCC, LCPC

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Counseling for Trauma

Most people will experience trauma in their lifetime whether it’s a car accident, abuse or neglect, the sudden death of a loved one, a violent criminal act, exposure to the violence of war, or a natural disaster.

While many people can recover from trauma over time with the love and support of family and friends and bounce back with resiliency, others may discover effects of lasting trauma, which can cause a person to live with deep emotional pain, fear, confusion, or posttraumatic stress far after the event has passed.

In these circumstances, the support, guidance and assistance of a therapist is fundamental to healing from trauma.

Trauma Symptoms

According to the four types of symptoms listed in the DSM-5

Avoidance Symptoms

  • Avoiding specific locations, sights, situations, and sounds that serve as reminders of the event
  • Anxiety, depression, numbness, or guilt

Re-experiencing Symptoms

  • Intrusive thoughts, nightmares or flashbacks

Hyperarousal Symptoms

  • Anger, irritability and hypervigilance
  • Aggressive, reckless behavior, including self-harm
  • Sleep disturbances

Negative Mood and Cognition Symptoms

  • Loss of interest in activities that were once considered enjoyable
  • Difficulty remembering details of the distressing event
  • Change in habits or behavior since the trauma

Research has proven psychotherapy to be the most effective form of treatment for trauma.  I specialize and am certified in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TFCBT) and, while that may not mean much to you right now, what is important is I CAN HELP.

If any of the above symptoms sound familiar to you or you see them in someone you know,  schedule a FREE 15 minute phone consulation!  I am confident that I can help you feel like yourself again.

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Katie Gibbons Counseling
144 Lincoln Place Court, Suite 2
Belleville, IL 62221

(618) 406-8857
kgibbons@katiegibbonscounseling.com

About Me

My practice specializes in treating children, adolescents, teens and young adults; which can include parents and families. Through my years of experience, I am confident that no problem is too great to overcome.

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144 Lincoln Place Court, Suite 2
Belleville, IL 62221

(618) 406-8857
kgibbons@katiegibbonscounseling.com

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