Trauma Therapyin Austin, TX
The truth is, healing from trauma is possible. Besides professional support, you'll find a safe space to process difficult experiences and reclaim your strength.
Your Healing Journey
Step-by-Step Support
What is Trauma Therapy?
The truth is, trauma therapy is a specialized approach designed to help you process and heal from difficult experiences that have impacted your life. Treatment often includes Parts Work and ACT approaches, focusing on creating safety, building resilience, and helping you reclaim your sense of control.
And the thing is, trauma affects everyone differently. Therefore, trauma therapy is highly personalized to your unique experiences, symptoms, and healing goals. We work at your pace, honoring your resilience while providing the support you need to move forward.
Trauma-Informed Approach
Understanding how trauma affects the mind, body, and spirit
Safety First
Creating a secure, supportive environment for healing
Evidence-Based Methods
Using proven therapeutic approaches for trauma recovery
Safe Space
Healing Environment
Types of Trauma We Address
The truth is, trauma can take many forms and affect people differently. Therefore, I work with clients who have experienced various types of trauma, providing specialized care for each unique situation.
Acute Trauma
Support for single-incident traumatic events such as accidents, natural disasters, or sudden loss.
- Accidents and injuries
- Natural disasters
- Sudden loss or death
Complex Trauma
Specialized care for repeated or prolonged traumatic experiences that occurred over time.
- Childhood abuse or neglect
- Domestic violence
- Chronic stress or adversity
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Evidence-based treatment for PTSD symptoms including flashbacks, nightmares, and hypervigilance.
- Intrusive thoughts and memories
- Hypervigilance and anxiety
- Emotional numbness
Our Trauma-Informed Approach
The truth is, trauma-informed care recognizes the widespread impact of trauma and understands potential paths for recovery. Besides providing specialized treatment, we create an environment that promotes healing and resilience.
Core Principles
Therapeutic Approaches
Signs You May Benefit from Trauma Therapy
The truth is, trauma can manifest in many different ways. Besides the more obvious symptoms, there are often subtle signs that indicate trauma therapy could be helpful for your healing journey.
Emotional Symptoms
- • Intense fear or anxiety
- • Depression or mood swings
- • Anger or irritability
- • Emotional numbness
- • Feelings of shame or guilt
Physical Symptoms
- • Sleep disturbances
- • Chronic pain or tension
- • Headaches or migraines
- • Digestive issues
- • Fatigue or exhaustion
Behavioral Changes
- • Avoidance of certain places or people
- • Difficulty concentrating
- • Hypervigilance or being on edge
- • Changes in appetite
- • Substance use or self-harm
What Clients Say
Here's what clients have to say about their therapy experience with Summer Jackson, LCSW.
Ready to Begin Your Healing Journey?
The truth is, taking the first step toward trauma therapy can feel overwhelming, but you dont have to do it alone. Besides our free consultation, were here to support you every step of the way.