Trauma Therapy and Addiction Treatment

Written By: Geoffrey Andaria, Mental Health Writer
Reviewed by: Dr. Carl Williams, Ph.D., LCADC
November 17, 2023
Modified:September 3, 2024
Reading Time: 8 minutes

Written By: Geoffrey Andaria, Mental Health Writer
Reviewed by: Dr. Carl Williams, Ph.D., LCADC
November 17, 2023
Last Update:September 3, 2024
Reading Time: 8 minutes

Explore the role of trauma therapy in healing from traumatic events and combating addiction.

Trauma is exposure to an incident or series of events that are disturbing, emotionally, or life-threatening.

These incidents significantly impact a person’s mental, physical, spiritual, and emotional well-being.

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Understanding Trauma

What are Examples of Trauma?

These traumatic events include:

Any trauma related to childhood (Neglect or abuse).
Any physical, mental, or emotional abuse.
Living with an addict or a family member with mental illness.
Sudden, unexplained separation of a loved one.
Death of a loved one.
Poverty (financial crisis).
Racism or discrimination.
Violence, war, or terrorism.

According to some studies, about 70% of adults experience some trauma, and approximately 33% of children and youth are exposed to some violence that leads to post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Many people experience different kinds of trauma and are coping with its mental and physical symptoms. Dealing with trauma can be challenging and demanding for the patient and the family. But with the help of different therapies, it can be cured.

“While not all trauma survivors experience long-term negative consequences, we know that the experience of trauma can profoundly affect someone’s psychological, social, physical, occupational, and financial functioning.”

— KELLY WORKMAN, PSYD

The Essentials of Trauma Therapy

What is Trauma Therapy?

Talking about trauma and its variety among people, it can be very different in children, young adults, adults, and older adults. The psychological, physiological, neurological, and social aspects vary from person to person. Therefore, the therapist designs the treatment protocols on an individual basis. It can be psychotherapy like cognitive behavioral therapy or counseling. Trauma therapy aims to provide mental and physical relaxation and help the person live peacefully without any episodes of unwanted symptoms.

Many therapies aim to help the child, adolescent, and adult survivors heal from the traumatic event. There are three types of trauma; the patients are dealing with:

ACUTE TRAUMA

Acute trauma is a single traumatic event like a sexual assault, disaster, or accident.

CHRONIC TRAUMA

Chronic trauma is defined as multiple episodes of any traumatic event and dealing with long-term events like violence, bullying, neglect, sexual abuse, or suffering from an illness for a long time.

COMPLEX TRAUMA

Complex trauma deals with multiple traumatic events at one time, like sexual abuse, childhood abuse, and domestic violence.

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Types of Trauma Therapy

There are many therapies Rolling Hills Recovery Center provides to help patients deal with acute or chronic trauma, providing countless benefits to the patients and helping them live every day, stress-free lives. While there are numerous therapy approaches, the purpose of all trauma-focused therapy is to integrate the traumatic event into your life, not subtract it.

People dealing with psychological symptoms of trauma are fighting inside with themselves, their fears, and their guilt. Trauma therapy helps them embrace positivity and divert their minds from negative thoughts and stressful sensations.

Psychotherapy

Psychotherapy, also known as Talk Therapy, deals with talking and is one of the most effective types of treatment in patients with trauma and post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Therapists assist the patient in managing and eliminating their mental and physical symptoms. In this therapy, mental health professionals will guide patients as they talk through their problems and traumatic memories.

The doctors and the patient talk through their problems and traumatic experiences daily and provide the opportunity to share their probe concerns and open up without hesitation.

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) focuses on the thoughts and behaviors of the person by providing mental support to change the thinking pattern. Cognitive behavioral therapy works best for children, adolescents, adult survivors, and families and aims to help address emotional and mental health needs and unhealthy behavior patterns. Due to its trauma-focus, this type of therapy is practiced with more sensitivity toward post-traumatic stress and mood disorders which are consequences of guilt and abuse.

Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT)

Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) is a short-term intervention that usually lasts eight to twenty-five sessions. In these sessions, the therapists provide family group therapies to encourage communication, which helps bond and ease the severity of traumatic episodes.

Cognitive processing therapy (CPT)

This type of therapy includes thinking positively and changing the thoughts and feelings about certain stressful events. Cognitive processing therapy (CPT) helps to challenge and modify unrelated and negative thoughts and beliefs. Cognitive processing therapy helps teach patients new, more positive ways of addressing trauma-related ideas and emotions.

Group therapy

Various groups support and care for the victims and survivors of the trauma. Some groups are educational, and some are for therapeutic purposes. Choosing group therapy can be more beneficial than individual therapy. The trauma survivors can select a group for initiating their healing journey.

Safety/Victim phase:

Choose a group that focuses on self-care and coping skills.

Remembering/Survivor phase:

Select a group that deals with trauma-telling stories.

Reconnection/Thrive phase:

Join a group that makes a connection with others.

Educational:

Educational groups are applicable during all phases.

Hypnotherapy

There are no guiding protocols in practicing hypnotherapy. In this therapy, a hypnotherapist guides the patient into a hypnotic state and encourages them to speak up and engage in conversation about the trauma or any incident. Most hypnotherapists believe that the emotions and thoughts that an individual comes into contact with while under hypnosis are crucial to healing.

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Any trauma can be excruciating and challenging for the survivor and the family. It can lead to severe mental health issues like substance use disorder (SUD), anxiety, depression, PTSD, etc. Early diagnosis and therapy intervention can result in healing and helps them in living an everyday stress-free life.

Trauma therapy assists in learning about the trauma and the problems associated with it and provide plenty of benefits which include:

It helps to focus on the present rather than the past.
Deals in personal care and growth.
It helps in minimizing trauma-related symptoms.
Eliminates the risk of self-harm.
Challenge problematic thought patterns you may have developed about yourself.
Reduces any substance abuse (drug or alcohol addiction).
Focus on implementing and practicing healthy coping skills.
Reduces unwanted symptoms by managing and regulating the nervous system.
Improve self-esteem and self-worth.

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Many people are dealing with some minor or significant trauma in their lives. These traumatic events can be a history of child abuse, sexual abuse, or violence. Many psychological and neurological symptoms are associated with it, like guilt, fear, heart palpitations, shaking, etc. Some also develop other mental health illnesses and even get into addiction, which can worsen the situation and the effects of trauma.

Trauma-focused therapy works with patients to help them understand their trauma and address their symptoms and problems in healthier ways. Trauma therapy is a widely used intervention in helping and treating patients and has proven benefits for physical and mental well-being. Trauma therapy aims to provide mental and psychological relaxation to help the person live peacefully without any episodes of unwanted symptoms.

If you are suffering from the same condition and dealing with trauma or post-traumatic stress, ask for help. Many people suffered and got treated. You can also live stress-free, and trauma therapy is the best option to initiate healthy living.

Sources

https://traumacounseling.com/trauma-therapy-blog/types-of-trauma-therapy/

https://cctasi.northwestern.edu/trauma-focused-therapy/

https://www.goodtherapy.org/blog/common-therapy-approaches-to-help-you-heal-from-trauma

https://www.verywellmind.com/trauma-therapy-definition-types-techniques-and-efficacy-5191413

Written By:

Geoffrey Andaria

About Author:

Geoffrey Andaria is an experienced mental health content writer and editor. With a B.A. in English and Journalism, Geoffrey is highly educated in freelance articles and research. Having taken courses on social work, Geoffrey is adamant about providing valuable and educational information to individuals affected by mental health and the disease of addiction.

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Dr. Carl Williams Ph.D., LCADC

About Reviewer:

Dr. Williams presently serves on the board of Directors for two non-profit service organizations. He holds a Master’s degree in Human Services from Lincoln University, Philadelphia, Pa, and a Ph.D. with a concentration in Clinical Psychology from Union Institute and University. In Cincinnati, Ohio. He is licensed to practice addictions counseling in both New Jersey and Connecticut and has a pending application as a practicing Psychologist in New Jersey.

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Families & Addiction

Understanding Trauma

What are Examples of Trauma?

The Essentials of Trauma Therapy

What is Trauma Therapy?

Did You KNow?

Most Major Insurance Will Help Cover the Cost of Treatment

Check Your Coverage

You Could Be Covered 100% for Treatment

Diverse Approaches for Treating Trauma

Types of Trauma Therapy

Psychotherapy

Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT)

Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT)

Cognitive processing therapy (CPT)

Group therapy

Hypnotherapy

Did You Know That Rolling Hills Recovery Center Offers Trauma Therapy?

Benefits of Treating Your Trauma

Treat Your Drug Addiction!

Our Patient Navigators Are Here When You Need Them

Find Out Why We Have a 4.9 Rating on Google

Testimonials & Stories of Hope

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