Our Mission
Dedicated to Healing and Empowering Young Lives-child traumatic stress
We aim to provide a nurturing environment where children can express their feelings, process emotions, and begin their journey toward recovery from traumatic experiences.
Our experienced therapists utilize various methods to cater to each child’s unique needs, ensuring they receive personalized support throughout their healing process.
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How do I help my child heal from trauma?
At Tikvah Family Services, we understand the profound impact trauma can have on a child’s emotional and mental well-being. Healing starts with a safe, nurturing environment where your child feels supported and heard. Open communication is key—encourage your child to express their feelings without fear of judgment.
Professional counseling tailored to their unique needs can help them process difficult emotions and build resilience. We offer evidence-based therapies like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), play therapy, and trauma-focused approaches designed specifically for children. Our therapists provide a compassionate space to explore emotions and develop coping skills.
As a parent, your involvement is vital. Participating in parent counseling or family therapy can strengthen the healing process, fostering a sense of stability and connection. At Tikvah Family Services, we’re here to guide your family toward recovery and resilience, one step at a time
Can you recover from childhood trauma?
Yes, it is possible to recover from childhood trauma. Healing is a journey that often requires time, support, and effective strategies, but many individuals go on to lead fulfilling and emotionally healthy lives. Key components of recovery include:
Acknowledgment and Understanding: Recognizing the trauma and understanding its impact is the first step toward healing. This can help individuals process emotions and experiences.
Professional Support: Therapy, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), trauma-focused therapy, or Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), can be instrumental in addressing trauma. A skilled therapist provides tools to navigate painful memories and emotions.
Building Resilience: Developing coping mechanisms, healthy relationships, and self-care habits can foster emotional strength and stability.
Support Systems: Connecting with supportive family, friends, or support groups creates a sense of safety and community, which is vital for recovery.
With the right support, recovery from childhood trauma is not only possible but transformative.
What are the four types of childhood trauma?
The four types of childhood trauma can be broadly categorized as:
Acute Trauma
This type of trauma results from a single distressing event, such as an accident, natural disaster, or violent incident. The event is sudden and overwhelming, leaving the child feeling unsafe or powerless.
Chronic Trauma
Chronic trauma arises from repeated exposure to distressing situations, such as ongoing abuse (physical, emotional, or sexual), bullying, or witnessing domestic violence. The prolonged nature of this trauma can have lasting psychological effects.
Complex Trauma
Complex trauma involves exposure to multiple traumatic events, often of an interpersonal nature, such as neglect, abuse, or living in an unstable environment. These events are often severe and occur over an extended period, deeply affecting emotional and cognitive development.
Developmental Trauma
This type refers to trauma experienced in early childhood, typically due to neglect, abandonment, or disrupted attachment. It impacts a child’s ability to form healthy relationships and manage emotions, often shaping lifelong patterns.
Understanding these categories helps tailor effective therapeutic interventions to promote healing.