Trauma is a part of the human experience.

Trauma is unavoidable and is something we all have in common.

Traumatic events can bring us together, and we can even grow out of trauma. Trauma is also the cause and at the heart of much human suffering and many of the problems that challenges our society today. Even though you might continue to struggle with the effects of trauma, you have survived and that took courage, strength, and resourcefulness. I suspect though that because you are exploring this website it means you want to do more than just survive and that in and of itself is hopeful.~

Trauma is an injury that happens to us, it does not mean that there is something wrong with us or that we are bad it means something bad happened or was done to us. The resulting feelings you have are very normal. I hope that the information and resources contained within this website will be help you to better understand what you have experienced, make your path easier and nurture your sense of hope, meaning and purpose in life.~

Each person experiences traumatic events differently. Many people affected by trauma may not yet realize all that has happened to them and how they have been affected. Others may want help but may not feel quite ready to ask for it.  Many others may want help do not have access to it in their community or for a variety of reasons may be reluctant to use those resources.  This website was designed for all, regardless of what has motivated you to visit us. Welcome.~

This website is not therapy or intended to be a replacement for therapy or professional counselling services.  There is no substitute for the benefits of a warm, face to face human connection, with someone who is caring, compassionate, has an understanding of trauma and who has access to specialized knowledge that can help your recovery. It is always our recommendation that whenever possible people who are affected by trauma seek help and support and not go through this alone. One of the common elements is the shame and secrecy that can often shroud trauma which can make it difficult to ask for help. The information in this website might help you prepare for therapy or even compliment therapy in which you are already participating.~

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“One should never be told to GET OVER their trauma or difficulties. That is a form of gaslighting that perpetuates feelings of guilt and helplessness inflicting more pain. We must seek to understand, support and validate those that suffer in order to bring healing” - Lori Williamson

We all react to trauma in different ways, experiencing a wide range of physical and emotional reactions. There is no “right” or “wrong” way to think, feel, or respond, so don’t judge your own reactions or those of other people. Your responses are NORMAL reactions to ABNORMAL events.

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