Trauma
Understand the effects of trauma and explore strategies for healing. Find expert guides from LifeStance mental health professionals.
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Blog Posts
How Families Can Protect Children’s Mental Health During Natural Disasters
Learn practical strategies to safeguard your child's emotional wellbeing during wildfires, floods, and other natural disasters.
Caught in a Trauma Dumping Cycle? Signs You’re Oversharing and What to Do
Learn the crucial difference between trauma dumping and healthy emotional sharing. Discover signs of trauma dumping, protective strategies, and how trauma-informed therapy can help.
Beyond Crisis Mode: Rethinking Youth Mental Health Before It’s Too Late
Most youth mental health conditions begin at 14 but aren't addressed until age 22. Discover proactive strategies for parents, schools, and communities to intervene during this crucial developmental window.
Podcasts
Navigating The Skies: Conquering The Fear of Flying
In this episode, we are joined by therapist Jonathan McIntosh to explore the growing fear of flying, especially in light of recent aviation incidents that have sparked renewed anxiety among travelers. McIntosh, a seasoned psychotherapist, breaks down the root causes of flight anxiety—ranging from specific phobias to trauma responses and heightened awareness from news coverage. He offers...
Healing After the Flames: Coping with Trauma from the Los Angeles Fires
Psychologist Dr. Rachael Polokoff shares critical insights and coping strategies for overcoming trauma caused by the devastating January 2025 Los Angeles fires. Discover effective pathways to healing and community support.
Generational Pain: Addressing the Root of Childhood Trauma – Podcast
On this episode, we chat with therapist Becky Degraffenried about how unresolved childhood trauma shapes adulthood.
Related Services & Conditions
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) Treatments
Explore evidence-based PTSD treatments, including therapy and medication, to manage symptoms and regain emotional stability after trauma.
Trauma Focused CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy)
We offer Trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) for children and adolescents impacted by trauma and their parents or caregivers.
Trauma-Informed Care
Find expert trauma-informed therapy to promote emotional healing and recovery. Get compassionate care designed to support trauma survivors at every stage.
Therapy Groups
Navigating the Effects of Trauma Group
Healing from trauma is a journey, and you don’t have to walk it alone.
Living with Trauma Group: A Guide to Healing Life’s Deepest Wound
Join our supportive virtual group for individuals healing from trauma.
Parenting in the First Year Group
Have you given birth, used surrogacy, or adopted a child within the past year—and are now experiencing symptoms of postpartum depression, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD), or trauma?
