This week Suzie has flown down to the week long ‘International Childhood Trauma Conference’ in Melbourne, which focuses on the therapeutic interventions that work in the face of relational and complex trauma.
The experience of childhood trauma is likely to follow you into adulthood. Whether you witnessed violence or were the target of violence or neglect, it can have a long lasting effect. Children learn about the world and make meaning of what they witness and experience – they create an internal map of how the world is. If a new internal map is not developed as they grow up, the old way of interpreting the world can impact adult functioning. For example, what you think and believe about yourself influences your self-talk, being either empowering or dis-empowering. Negative self-talk can result in you feeling you have no control over your life – you’re a victim. The fact is, you may have been a victim as a child, but you don’t have to remain one as an adult. Even if your adult circumstances leave you without a sense of choice, you always have the power to choose what to think. You are not a child anymore and it is likely you are more capable of changing your situation than you believe.
Here at CQ Psych Services, we focus on providing a safe, relaxed and confidential environment. Our friendly team are committed to making you feel as comfortable as possible from your very first contact with us. Book your appointment today by phoning us on 4972 6929 or leave a message, and we will call you back, usually within 48 hours.