Trauma Treatment

If you want to recover from a trauma such as a car accident, rape, mugging, witnessing a murder or suicide, or childhood trauma and you live in or near Phoenix, Chandler or Scottsdale, Arizona, call 602.750.8051 for an appointment.

Trauma Problems

If you experience or witness a traumatic event, you may suffer from the following symptoms—

• Repeatedly reliving the trauma in the form of nightmares and disturbing memories during the day
• Sleep problems or changes in appetite
• Feel detached or numb
• Easily startled, on edge, overly alert
• Tendency to avoid long-term thinking
• Loss of interest in things you used to enjoy
• Sadness, despair, or hopelessness
• Trouble feeling affectionate
• Difficulty trusting others
• Trouble concentrating on daily activities
• Irritability
• Aggressiveness
• Distress when encountering situations that remind you of the trauma
• Avoidance of situations that remind you of the trauma

A Counselor Can Help

Our therapists use a cognitive-behavioral approach to the treatment of trauma. We will help you address your traumatic memories in a safe and supportive environment. We will also teache you new skills, such as relaxation techniques, including guided imagery and deep-breathing exercises, as a healthy way to relieve anxiety and stress. We also use EMDR therapy to treat trauma. In some circumstance, you may also benefit from medication.

Benefits of Trauma Treatment

Trauma treatment can have the following benefits—

• Ability to lead a more normal life without disturbing memories
• Better sleep
• Improved mood
• Ability to form trusting relationships

Trauma Treatment in the Phoenix Area

Trauma can be treated. Deer Valley Counseling offers trauma treatment to people in Phoenix, Glendale, Tempe, Mesa, Scottsdale and other cities in Arizona. Trauma can cause great emotional, relationship, career, and health difficulties. Counseling can help. Call 602.750.8051 if you would like to discuss trauma treatment.

We answer the phones 7 days a week between the hours of 7 am and 8 pm. We are open evenings and weekends including both Saturday and Sunday.