When experiences become too much

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"Trauma does not mean "weakness" - it is a natural reaction to an unnaturally stressful experience. Trauma occurs when we are in a situation in which we feel extremely threatened, helpless, shaken or deeply overwhelmed - and have no way of processing what we have experienced."

Tirza Baumberger, Counselor for Trauma-Centered Coaching and Support

A trauma (Greek: wound) is a deep emotional / psychological injury that can have various causes - for example, sudden events such as accidents, assaults or experiences of loss, but also prolongued strain due to emotional neglect, constant stress or loss of attachment in childhood.

In such overwhelming moments, our brain is unable to process what has happened appropriately. The deep emotional and physical shocks remain stored inside - like frozen traces of an experience that was too much to bear. These unprocessed experiences resurface again and again in our lives - often unexpectedly, sometimes seemingly for no reason - and can affect every area of life.

Some possible signs of trauma:

  • Feelings of powerlessness, anxiety or panic attacks, outbursts of anger

  • Persistent inner restlessness or overexcitement

  • Withdrawal, paralysis or emotional numbness

  • Difficulty regulating certain situations or feelings

  • Sleep disorders, nightmares, recurring images of the experience

  • Eating disorders, physical illnesses, addictions,

The symptoms can be very individual and not every person who experiences a traumatic event suffers from the same effects.

The first step takes courage.
I am happy to accompany you.

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How my counseling is structured:

  • In an optional telephone or video call (approx. 15 minutes, free of charge), I will take up your concerns and questions.

  • We then arrange an initial appointment, at the end of which I describe my impression of a possible development path.

  • If you would like to continue the trauma counseling, we will then meet every two to three weeks.