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Are you struggling with the effects of medical trauma?
Right now, you may be experiencing:
- Intense fear or anxiety related to doctors, hospitals, medical procedures, or even physical symptoms
- Intrusive memories, nightmares, or flashbacks of traumatic medical events (e.g., surgery, difficult diagnosis, painful treatments, emergency room experiences).
- Avoidance of necessary medical care, check-ups, or treatments due to fear
- Feeling powerless, violated, or betrayed by the medical system or practitioners
- Hypervigilance regarding your health or body sensations, fearing a recurrence or new illness
- Difficulty trusting medical professionals or advocating for your needs in healthcare settings
- Physical symptoms like increased heart rate, sweating, or panic when reminded of the medical experience
You're realizing that your medical trauma is getting in the way of your life:
- You’re neglecting your physical health by avoiding necessary medical appointments or interventions
- Your fear and anxiety consume significant mental energy, impacting your daily functioning and well-being
- Relationships might be strained if loved ones don’t understand your fear or if the trauma impacts intimacy
- You feel isolated, as others may not recognize medical experiences as potentially traumatic
- Your quality of life is diminished by constant health anxiety or avoidance behaviors
- You struggle to feel safe in your own body after experiencing medical vulnerability or pain
You’re wondering…
- Why am I so affected by this medical experience when others seem fine after similar events?
- Is it possible to overcome this fear and feel safe seeking medical care again?
- How can I trust doctors or hospitals after feeling violated or unheard?
- Will I always be anxious about my health now?
- Can therapy really help with trauma related to physical health issues?
- Could EMDR specifically help process these frightening medical memories?
You’re longing for…
- The ability to seek and receive necessary medical care without overwhelming fear or panic.
- Freedom from intrusive memories and flashbacks related to medical events.
- A sense of safety and trust in your body and in appropriate medical care.
- Reduced health anxiety and hypervigilance.
- Feeling empowered to advocate for yourself within the healthcare system.
- Healing from feelings of powerlessness, violation, or betrayal experienced during medical care.
How we can help you.
At Evergreen Counseling, we recognize that medical experiences can be profoundly traumatic, involving threats to physical integrity, loss of control, and intense fear or pain. Our trauma-informed EMDR therapists understand the unique nature of medical trauma and its impact on both mental and physical well-being.
What you’re longing for is possible.
By pursuing EMDR therapy for medical trauma at Evergreen Counseling, you can imagine the following:
Before Therapy
After Therapy
Feeling overwhelmed by fear.
Experiencing significant reduction in fear and anxiety related to medical settings.
Intrusive memories related to past medical events.
Processing traumatic memories.
Leading to avoidance of necessary care.
Feeling empowered to manage your health effectively.
What if I’m Not Ready?
Not Quite Ready to Book a Complimentary Concierge Matching Call? That’s Okay.
We understand that taking the first step towards therapy can feel overwhelming. We’re here to make this decision easier for you.
Starting therapy can bring up mixed feelings—part of you might be eager, while another part hesitates to confront deeply buried emotions. You might doubt whether therapy can help, especially if you’ve struggled for a long time or had disappointing experiences with untrained therapists or life coaches. At Evergreen Counseling, our trauma-trained therapists are deeply committed to providing expert care.
Here’s How We Can Help You Move Forward
- Complimentary Concierge Matching Call: Our concierge matching call is an opportunity for you to ask questions, share your concerns, and see if our approach feels right for you—without any obligation.
- Reimbursement Options: Concerned about the cost? We can guide you on how to get reimbursed for therapy using your out-of-network insurance benefits, making high-quality care more accessible to you.
- Informed Decision: Whether you’re ready to start or still exploring your options, we want you to feel fully informed and confident in your choice.
