Advanced Trauma Treatments for Lasting Healing
Trauma therapy focuses on treating the emotional and psychological effects of overwhelming life experiences. Trauma can result from acute events (like an accident or assault) or chronic stressors (such as prolonged abuse or instability). These experiences can affect how someone thinks, feels, and interacts with the world, often leading to symptoms like:
Anxiety, fear, or panic
Flashbacks or intrusive thoughts
Emotional numbness or avoidance
Hypervigilance or irritability
Sleep problems or physical tension
Trauma therapy helps individuals process these experiences in a safe, structured setting so they can regain a sense of control and peace.
Advanced Trauma Treatments We Offer
Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART)
ART is an innovative approach designed to help individuals process trauma and emotional distress more efficiently than traditional talk therapy. Using visual imagery and guided processing techniques, ART supports resolution of traumatic memories and promotes healthier emotional responses without requiring detailed verbal retelling of events.
Clients often experience:
Faster emotional relief
Decreased avoidance behaviors
Skills to manage stress and triggers
Improved overall quality of life
Somatic Therapy & Nervous System–Based Trauma Healing
In addition to ART, Serene Mind Counseling & Evaluations integrates somatic therapy and neurological retraining approaches grounded in Polyvagal Theory to support trauma healing at the nervous system level.
Trauma is not only stored in thoughts and memories — it is also held in the body and autonomic nervous system. Somatic and polyvagal-informed therapies help clients reconnect with bodily sensations, restore a sense of safety, and regulate stress responses that may remain “stuck” long after a traumatic experience has passed.
Somatic Trauma Therapy
Somatic therapy focuses on the connection between the mind, body, and nervous system. Rather than relying solely on talk therapy, this approach helps clients notice physical sensations, movement patterns, and emotional responses that arise in the body during stress or trauma triggers.
Somatic trauma therapy may help clients:
Reduce chronic tension, pain, or physical stress symptoms
Increase awareness of bodily cues related to safety and threat
Improve emotional regulation and grounding
Gently release trauma responses without re-traumatization
Feel more present and connected in daily life
This approach is especially helpful for individuals who feel overwhelmed by traditional talk therapy or who experience trauma primarily through physical symptoms such as panic, dissociation, or shutdown.
Neurological Retraining & Polyvagal-Informed Therapy
Our trauma therapists also incorporate neurological retraining strategies informed by Polyvagal Theory, which focuses on how the nervous system responds to safety, danger, and connection.
Polyvagal-informed trauma therapy helps clients understand and regulate:
Fight-or-flight responses (anxiety, panic, hypervigilance)
Freeze or shutdown responses (numbness, dissociation, depression)
Chronic stress patterns linked to trauma or PTSD
Through gentle, structured techniques, neurological retraining supports the nervous system in learning new patterns of safety and regulation. Clients often experience improved emotional stability, reduced reactivity, and a stronger sense of calm and resilience over time.
This approach can be particularly effective for:
PTSD and complex trauma
Developmental or childhood trauma
Veterans and first responders
Chronic anxiety, burnout, or nervous system dysregulation
Who Benefits From Trauma Therapy?
Trauma therapy can help many people, including:
Survivors of accidents, violence, or abuse
People experiencing PTSD or complex trauma
Individuals coping with anxiety or panic linked to past experiences
Veterans and active-duty service members
First responders or healthcare workers
Anyone whose past experiences continue to impact daily functioning
Whether symptoms are mild or severe, trauma therapy supports healing and resilience.
Trauma Healing is Possible
At Serene Mind Counseling & Evaluations, our licensed trauma therapists use a client-centered, trauma-informedapproach tailored to each individual’s goals and needs. We combine evidence-based methods with a safe, empathetic environment to help you:
Identify trauma triggers and patterns
Develop coping and grounding skills
Reframe negative beliefs tied to trauma
Strengthen emotional and nervous system regulation
Our team also emphasizes collaborative pacing, ensuring comfort and empowerment throughout the therapeutic journey.
In-Office & Virtual Trauma Counseling Options
We offer flexible options to fit your needs:
In-Office Trauma Therapy
Online Trauma Therapy (Telehealth)
Secure virtual sessions available throughout Florida
Online services provide an accessible option for clients who live far from our offices or prefer therapy from a private, comfortable setting.
Trauma Session Approach
During your first trauma therapy session, your therapist will:
Listen to your experiences in a safe, supportive setting
Discuss your current symptoms, concerns, and goals
Begin building a personalized plan for trauma healing
Explain how EMDR or ART could support your progress
This session is a collaborative opportunity to establish trust, safety, and direction for your healing journey.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is trauma therapy right for everyone?
Trauma therapy can benefit anyone experiencing emotional distress from past experiences, especially when symptoms interfere with daily life or relationships.
How is EMDR or ART different from traditional talk therapy?
EMDR and ART use bilateral stimulation to help reprocess memories, often reducing emotional intensity more quickly than traditional approaches.
Can trauma therapy be done online?
Yes — many trauma therapies, including EMDR, ART and supportive counseling, can be effectively adapted for telehealth.
Meet Our Trauma Therapy Team
Our experienced therapists support clients in Tampa and Jacksonville with trauma, EMDR, and advanced processing techniques, including:
Mrs. Stephanie, Trauma Therapist
Mrs. Nikki, Trauma Therapist
Ms. Caitlin, Trauma Therapist
Ms. Mica, Trauma Therapist
Each clinician brings compassion, training, and a trauma-informed lens to help you feel understood, respected, and supported.
