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When past experiences keep showing up in your present — through flashbacks, constant hypervigilance, nightmares, emotional numbness, or intense reactions to everyday events — it can feel like the past is running your life. Trauma doesn’t always come from a single, obvious event. It can also develop through childhood adversity, repeated emotional or relational hurts, chronic stress, medical trauma, loss, or experiences that were minimized or not fully acknowledged at the time. Whatever the source, these experiences matter. They shape how you feel, how you relate to others, and how safe you feel in your body.
I provide trauma-informed, attachment focused therapy that prioritizes your safety, choice, and pacing. Together we’ll build stabilization skills, make sense of what keeps you stuck, and choose the approaches that support real healing, whether that looks like nervous-system regulation, EMDR, somatic work, parts work, or focused cognitive strategies. You don’t have to carry this alone.
Trauma can come from a single event or repeated stresses, and its effects often show up in surprising, painful ways.
Trauma may show up as intrusive memories, flashbacks, nightmares, or a persistent sense of danger. You might find yourself on edge, easily startled, avoiding people or places that remind you of what happened, or feeling emotionally numb and disconnected. Some people experience sudden anger or unexpected panic, while others feel exhausted and “shut down.” These responses are your nervous system trying to protect you, not a sign of weakness. It’s normal to feel overwhelmed or confused by these reactions, but you do not have to work through them alone.
Even when trauma feels permanent, therapy can help by:
Together we’ll notice the triggers, bodily sensations, and situations that activate your fear or shutdown responses.
We’ll focus first on grounding and regulation skills so your body and mind feel safer before we process painful memories.
We’ll gently explore how past events, relationships, or chronic stress have shaped current reactions so we can address the source.
We’ll replace self-blame with care and curiosity, so you can face difficult material without added shame.
I teach practical tools, grounding, paced breathing, somatic regulation, and stepwise processing techniques.
Over time, this work can reduce flashbacks and hypervigilance, improve sleep and relationships, and help you feel more present and in control.
A short, no-cost 15-minute call to hear your concerns and answer questions. It’s an easy way to see if I’m the right fit for you.
I meet with you weekly or as needed. Sessions focus on your goals using methods (CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR, somatic) we choose together.
In every single session we check progress, refine goals, and adjust the approach so the work stays useful, and relevant.
When you’re ready, we shift to maintenance: fewer sessions, practical tools, and occasional check-ins to help you keep the gains.
Even when trauma feels permanent, careful, paced work can reduce symptoms and restore choice. Therapy with me focuses on:
Learning grounding, breath, and regulation skills so you feel safer in the moment.
Somatic practices and simple daily routines to calm hyperarousal and reduce flashbacks.
When you’re ready, we use trauma-informed methods like EMDR and parts work to help the brain integrate painful memories without overwhelming you.
Gentle CBT and ACT techniques to shift unhelpful beliefs that keep you stuck.
Rebuilding connection, meaning, and a sense of agency after trauma.
If you live in Ontario (Canada) or New Jersey (USA), I offer therapy for teenagers (14+) and adults. Sessions are provided online for clients in Ontario, and both in person and online for clients in New Jersey, allowing you to access support in a way that fits your needs and location. All you need for online sessions is a private space and a reliable internet connection. I offer appointments on weekdays, as well as some evenings and weekends, recognizing that flexibility is important when fitting therapy into a busy life.
Renée Hughes-Suh
If trauma is shaping your present, you can take a different path. Start with a short, no-pressure 15-minute call to see whether trauma-informed therapy feels right for you. I’ll listen, answer questions, and help you choose the clearest next step.
I understand that starting therapy can bring up a lot of questions. Here are some answers that may help you feel more confident about taking that first step.
Yes. Online trauma therapy can be very effective when done safely. I prioritize stabilization, check-in protocols, and safe pacing so you feel supported in each session.
EMDR is a guided processing method that helps the brain integrate traumatic memories. We only use EMDR after we’ve built safety and regulation skills.
Not unless you want to. Trauma-informed work can include body-based processing and memory integration without re-telling every detail.
It depends on history and goals. Some people notice relief in weeks for specific symptoms; deeper healing often takes months. We’ll set realistic milestones together.
We’ll use grounding and containment strategies immediately. I’m trained to pace the work and create safety so overwhelm is minimized.
Yes. I offer trauma-informed approaches for repeated or developmental trauma, focusing on stabilization and relational repair.
Yes. Trauma often shows in the body. Somatic techniques and regulation skills can reduce physical tension and improve sleep over time.
I use secure platforms and follow professional privacy standards. I’ll explain confidentiality limits and consent at intake.
Coverage varies. I provide receipts for sessions; many Ontario extended health plans reimburse Registered Social Worker services. In New Jersey clients often submit receipts for possible reimbursement.
Start with a free 15-minute consultation. It’s a low-pressure way to ask questions, explain concerns, and decide if we’re a good fit.