Rediscover your strength through trauma-informed therapy.

Muriel provides a specialized therapeutic sanctuary for individuals navigating the complexities of trauma. My practice is a refuge where profound healing meets deep empathy, offering a space to rediscover your strength, reclaim your voice, and restore your sense of self.

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What is trauma, anyway?

Big “T” Trauma

Big "T" Trauma refers to significant, life-altering events that are overwhelmingly distressing and typically involve a sense of extreme danger or threat. These events are often perceived as life-threatening or deeply damaging to your emotional well-being. Sometimes exposure to one “T” Trauma event is enough to cause severe distress and impact daily functioning.

    • Burglaries

    • Car or airplane accidents

    • Gun violence

    • Hate Crimes

    • Kidnappings

    • Natural disasters

    • Physical assault

    • Sexual assault

    • Stalking

    • Sudden, unexpected deaths

    • War zone experiences

Little “t”
trauma

Little "t" trauma refers to smaller, more subtle events that may not seem as immediately threatening but can still have a significant impact on your emotional and psychological health. These events often involve a loss of control, rejection, or emotional pain and can accumulate over time. These tend to be overlooked and rationalized as common, but exceed our capacity to cope.

    • Children of parents with substance abuse or mental health issues

    • Chronic illness

    • Community violence (gang related)

    • Disabilities and terminal illness

    • Homophobia

    • Human trafficking (forced labor and sexual)

    • Legal troubles

    • Poverty

    • Racism

    • Religious trauma/cults

Complex
trauma

Complex Trauma refers to exposure to multiple, prolonged, or repeated traumatic events, often occurring within a context of interpersonal relationships. This type of trauma typically begins in childhood or adolescence and can have widespread effects on your development, sense of self, and ability to form healthy relationships.

    • Accidents

    • Breakups/Divorce

    • Bullying

    • Cheating

    • Death of a pet

    • Giving birth, adoption, and miscarriage

    • Hospital procedures

    • Job loss

    • Moving

    • Rejection from others

    • Workplace conflicts

THE GOOD NEWS?

Healing

is possible.

The road to mental freedom starts with a single step. Reach out and start your journey today.