One of the worst things about trauma is how it snowballs over time. A physical injury will usually heal at a predictable pace. But emotional trauma typically lingers and even grows. This is especially true for children, who lack the life experience needed to properly contextualize things. The isolation seen with children shouldering their burdens can even feel like a unique form of trauma for the child’s family. But that shouldn’t be taken to mean that kids need to carry those issues with them for the rest of their lives. Families can find trauma therapy in Del Mar, CA that is specially tailored to the needs of children and the adults who love them. This is particularly important because both children and families as a whole deal with trauma differently than a single adult would in isolation.
Specialists can offer tailored trauma therapy in Del Mar, CA to provide extra help to children, teens, parents, and the family as a whole. It can be a healing atmosphere where therapists address the capabilities and needs of the entire family while building up tools they can use for long-term healing. This can also be an incredibly useful resource to help children deal with difficult changes such as blended family dynamics. Additionally, a family-focused view of trauma can provide new and effective tools to aid the healing process. For example, parents can learn how to help children heal through play. You can book an appointment with Flourishing Families Counseling.