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Trauma Therapy

Trauma can leave lasting emotional and physical impacts, shaping the way you see yourself and the world. Our Chicago-based trauma therapy provides you with a safe and compassionate space to begin the healing process. Whether your trauma is the result of a single event or prolonged experiences, we will help you to process and rebuild with strength and resilience.

Trauma therapy can help with:

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What to Expect in Trauma Therapy

Healing from trauma takes time, but you don’t have to face it alone. Our Chicago-based therapists use evidence-based techniques to help you process your story safely, reduce distressing symptoms, and regain a sense of control in your life.

Common approaches include:

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What We Can Do Together

SAFETY
Creating Stability

The first step in trauma recovery is building a sense of safety. We’ll work on grounding strategies and resources to help you feel more secure day-to-day.

PROCESSING
Go Through Memories

Therapy provides a safe environment to gently process traumatic experiences and reduce the intensity of painful memories.

EMOTIONS
Managing Triggers

Together, we’ll develop tools to manage flashbacks, panic, or emotional overwhelm so you feel more in control of your responses.

BODY
Restoring Balance

Trauma often lives in the body. Somatic techniques help release stored tension and reconnect you with a calmer, more grounded self.

RELATIONSHIPS
Rebuilding Trust

Trauma can make closeness difficult. Therapy helps repair trust, improve communication, and support healthier connections with others.

RESILIENCE
Moving Forward

The goal of trauma therapy isn’t erasing the past, but empowering you to carry it differently, with resilience and hope.

Meet Our Therapists

Amelia Odom

(Female)

“Amelia Odom” is a pre-licensed provider working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Dedicated mental health and youth services professional with 7+ years of experience in counseling, case management,…

Vivian Watters

(Female)

I take a compassionate, practical, and client-centered approach to therapy. I believe healing happens in a safe, supportive space where individuals feel heard, understood, and respected. My style is collaborative…

Amelia Odom, LPC

(Female)

“Amelia Odom” is a pre-licensed provider working under the supervision of a licensed practitioner. Dedicated mental health and youth services professional with 7+ years of experience in counseling, case management,…

Miriam Fuchs, LMSW

(Female)

Recent college graduate with an LMSW degree through TTI’s program which is through Daemen University. I have earned my bachelor’s degree in psychology through the college of Mount Saint Vincent.…

Kim Dean, PhD

(Female)

Meet Dr. Kim Dean, a skilled and compassionate psychotherapist. She extends her services virtually through Nexum HC. Dr. Dean acquired a doctoral degree in psychology from The Chicago School of…

Sara Girardi, LPC

(Female)

Trevor Gates-Crandall, LCSW

(Male)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker position where I can leverage my expertise in mental health, social work, and cultural responsiveness, providing leadership and contributing to the outreach and development of services…

Shawna Brough PsyD

(Female)

Dr. Shawna Brough is a skilled and compassionate psychologist. She offers virtual counseling via Nexum HC. She acquired her doctoral degree in clinical psychology from Adler University. During consultations, Dr.…

Carla Robinson, LCSW

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Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) accepting new clients via Telehealth with Nexum HC, skilled in supporting individuals, couples, and families across diverse identities and needs, I am known for combining…

Allison Troppe, LPC

(Female)

As an integrative therapist, I believe in walking alongside you as you navigate your journey of growth and change. My therapeutic approach combines person-centered, solution-focused, and psychodynamic modalities, tailoring the…

Maria Rubio Moore, LCSW

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Bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience providing evidence-based therapy, clinical supervision, and program development. Proven ability to manage complex caseloads of up to 90…

Aron Moore, LCSW

(Male)

Getting to know Aron Moore I founded my practice, Nexum HC, with a deep-rooted mission to revolutionize the mental health care industry by providing easy access to comprehensive and affordable…

Leah Jacob, LSW

(Female)

Getting to know Ms. Leah Jacob Ms. Leah Jacob is a dedicated and experienced psychotherapist. She offers virtual consultations to patients at Nexum HC. Ms. Jacob earned her master's degree…

Amber Berridge, LCSW

(Female)

Ms. Amber Berridge is a psychotherapist with experience in helping patients overcome emotional, behavioral, and mental health challenges. She routinely treats anxiety, hyperactivity disorder (ADD/ADHD), depression, stress, and relationship struggles.…
FAQ

Trauma Therapy FAQs

What kinds of trauma can help therapy with?

Trauma therapy can help with many experiences, including abuse, neglect, violence, accidents, medical trauma, grief, or other distressing events.

 No. Therapy is about your comfort and safety. You’ll never be pressured to share more than you’re ready to.

There is single clear answer to this, but some signs may include intrusive memories, nightmares, avoidance, hypervigilance, difficulty trusting others, or feelings of shame and numbness.

Yes. Our local Chicago trauma therapists provide in-person or virtual sessions, giving you access to specialized care wherever you are.

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