Trauma therapy may be an option when past experiences continue to affect your emotions, relationships, or daily life. At Renewal of the Mind, our Fairfax intake team can help review your needs, insurance, and availability, then guide you toward the right therapist or therapy approach.
This is a wonderful safe space to heal, I would not trust anyone other than Naglaa to guide me in the right direction. I'm finally feeling balanced in my life.
Naglaa is my therapist. I have known her for over a year now. She is kind, caring, funny and truly will do what it takes in the healing process. I am not easy but that has not stopped her from trying to earn my trust and keep it. I am so grateful for everyone in the practice. They are no longer just a therapist but friends and family away from home.
I’ve been seeing Naglaa for the past year, since my anxiety started getting out of control. The whole practice has been so supportive and constructive.
I could not ask more of a therapy office. Everyone is welcoming. The spaces are quite comfortable. The therapists work with you to provide clear, actionable goals in a very doable timeframe. They provide secure and professional records. This office is the pinnacle of caring and professionalism.
I've been moved around with a few different therapists, but every single one of them are genuinely the sweetest people ever. They actually know what to say and when to say it. They actually give proper advice and ways to help and cope with stuff. After every session I fell way better and get some hope in life. Probably one of the best companies I've ever been to.
Very positive experience with my therapist at the center! Easily the best therapy I’ve received using insurance which can be very hit or miss. I’ve learned a lot about myself but also feel like I’ve received more of an education on essential concepts which has led to greater self awareness.
This is a wonderful safe space to heal, I would not trust anyone other than Naglaa to guide me in the right direction. I'm finally feeling balanced in my life.
Naglaa is my therapist. I have known her for over a year now. She is kind, caring, funny and truly will do what it takes in the healing process. I am not easy but that has not stopped her from trying to earn my trust and keep it. I am so grateful for everyone in the practice. They are no longer just a therapist but friends and family away from home.
I’ve been seeing Naglaa for the past year, since my anxiety started getting out of control. The whole practice has been so supportive and constructive.
I could not ask more of a therapy office. Everyone is welcoming. The spaces are quite comfortable. The therapists work with you to provide clear, actionable goals in a very doable timeframe. They provide secure and professional records. This office is the pinnacle of caring and professionalism.
I've been moved around with a few different therapists, but every single one of them are genuinely the sweetest people ever. They actually know what to say and when to say it. They actually give proper advice and ways to help and cope with stuff. After every session I fell way better and get some hope in life. Probably one of the best companies I've ever been to.
Very positive experience with my therapist at the center! Easily the best therapy I’ve received using insurance which can be very hit or miss. I’ve learned a lot about myself but also feel like I’ve received more of an education on essential concepts which has led to greater self awareness.
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What information is needed to review coverage.
What information is needed to review coverage.
What information is needed to review coverage.
Call our Fairfax office or submit the appointment request form.
We gather basic information about what kind of support you are looking for, your insurance, and your availability.
We help determine whether trauma therapy, EMDR, CBT, TF-CBT, IFS-informed therapy, or another option may be appropriate.
If Renewal of the Mind is a good fit, we help match you with a therapist based on your needs, insurance, availability, and preferences.
Trauma can continue to affect you long after the original experience is over.
You may feel constantly on edge, emotionally overwhelmed, numb, disconnected, or stuck in patterns that are hard to explain. Sometimes trauma shows up as anxiety, panic, flashbacks, irritability, difficulty trusting others, or feeling like your body never fully relaxes.
Even when you know the danger has passed, your mind and body may still feel like they are trying to protect you.
Trauma therapy can help you process what you have been through, better understand your reactions, and begin moving forward with more stability and support.
Trauma does not always look the same from person to person. For some people, it shows up as anxiety, emotional overwhelm, shutdown, difficulty trusting others, or feeling stuck in patterns that are hard to change.
Trauma therapy may help you begin to understand these patterns, build coping skills, and work toward feeling more supported and steady in daily life.
Trauma may be connected to:
Trauma therapy at Renewal of the Mind draws on several evidence-based approaches. In addition to IFS-informed trauma work, our therapists are trained in EMDR therapy, a widely researched approach that helps the brain reprocess distressing memories, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), which helps clients recognize and shift patterns connected to trauma. Your therapist will talk with you about which approach may be the best fit.
Trauma can show up in ways that affect everyday life, including:
Anxiety, panic, or feeling constantly on alert.
Flashbacks or intrusive memories.
Emotional overwhelm or unpredictable reactions.
Numbness or shutdown.
Headaches, fatigue, or stress in the body.
Difficulty trusting others.
Shame, self-blame, or low self-worth.
Unhealthy coping patterns that feel hard to break.
Improving day-to-day functioning
Feeling more grounded and in control
Rebuilding self-esteem and a sense of safety
Learning healthier coping skills
Reducing the intensity of trauma-related symptoms
Moving away from patterns that no longer serve you
Improving emotional well-being
Starting trauma therapy does not mean you have to share everything all at once.
A good trauma-informed approach is thoughtful and paced carefully. Your therapist will get to know your concerns, your history, and what feels most important to you right now. Therapy should move at a pace that supports your stability, not overwhelm you.
Our goal is to help you feel understood, supported, and matched with a therapist who fits your needs.
