Simply leave your info & we'll reach out to you
Rediscover Hope Through online trauma therapy
MEET OUR TRAUMA SPECIALIST
Marilyn DeFalco, LCSW
Marilyn’s Credentials:
- Trauma Informed Treatment Specialist
- 2021-Present:Â New Jersey Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW)
- 2018-Present: Girls Circle Facilitator Certification
- 2016-Present: New Jersey Certified Confidential Sexual Violence Advocate
- 2016-Present: New Jersey School Social Worker Standard Certificate, Kean University
- 2014 BA of Psychology and Sociology, William Paterson University
HOW ONLINE TRAUMA COUNSELING HELPS WITH PTSD & CPTSD
Irrespective of the chosen technique in trauma counseling, the ultimate aim remains constant: to help you reclaim your sense of self and well-being. The goals we often work towards in trauma counseling include
Identifying & Restructuring Negative Thought Patterns
Therapy targets negative thinking patterns related to the traumatic event, aiming to restructure distorted thoughts.
Understanding & integrating the traumatic even.
To facilitate a comprehensive understanding of the past traumatic experiences.
Shifting focus to the present
Counseling encourages a shift in attention from the past event(s) towards the present moment and future possibilities.
Alleviating or resolving trauma symptoms
The primary aim is to lessen or eliminate the distressing symptoms associated with trauma
Developing Coping Skills
Essential coping skills are taught to clients to help overcome challenges and prevent regression.
Exploring Intergenerational Trauma
Education is provided about the impact of itergenerational trauma, examining how it trauma can be passed down through generation.
Addressing addiction & Adverse Experiences
Counseling address addiction and/or negative life experiences that may exacerbate symptoms related to trauma
TRAUMA COUNSELING MAY INCORPORATE VARIOUS SUPPORTS
Therapy can increase distress tolerance, coping skills and build a strong foundation for mental and physical well-being. In addition, therapy builds a strong foundation for future happiness. Your therapist may use one or more of the following during counseling for trauma:
Virtual Reality Therapy
Virtual Reality Therapy incorporates new technology, including a computer-generated simulation that explores new coping mechanisms to trigger situations in a safe environment.
Creative Expression & Alternative Therapy
Alternative Therapy that supports the therapy process includes play therapy, art therapy, mindfulness, and calming techniques offers art and play therapy for children and teens to include fun interactions while accomplishing goals.
Alleviating or resolving trauma symptoms
The primary aim is to lessen or eliminate the distressing symptoms associated with trauma
Key Benefits of Our Online Therapy
- Our online therapy is secure, confidential and offers flexible scheduling
- Our providers are experts in their respected field, offering therapeutic supports that are person-centered and outcome-oriented
- with our personalized, trauma-based counseling, we’re confident that you will experience a relief from trauma symptoms, a sense of empowerment and overall hopefulness in your wellbeing.Â