Trauma & Relationships: Etiology and Presentation in a Therapeutic Setting
Traumatic events can deeply impact a person’s ability to feel safe and secure in the world. Mental health professionals, especially those who are trauma-informed, understand the significance and prevalence of trauma, and they aim to respond to the unique client needs for physical, psychological, and emotional safety. It is estimated that 50-90% of people seeking mental health care have experienced one or more forms of trauma in their lifetime (CDC & Kaiser Permanente, 1995-2011); this is...