Trauma therapy
What happened to you matters. So does what happens next.
Trauma therapy is not about reliving the worst moments of your life on repeat. It's about finally processing what happened so it stops running the show. At Schuster Counseling Group, our therapists specialize in helping adults and teens move through trauma using evidence-based approaches like EMDR, IFS-informed therapy, and somatic techniques. Whether you're carrying wounds from childhood, a painful relationship, or an experience you've never told anyone about, you deserve more than surface-level coping.
Trauma therapy provides a structured, supportive space to work through experiences that have left lasting marks on how you think, feel, and move through the world. Our group practice brings together therapists with advanced training in trauma treatment. Not because these modalities are trendy, but because they work. We meet you where you are, not where a textbook says you should be.
What Trauma Actually Looks Like
Most people think of trauma as a single catastrophic event. But trauma can also be growing up in a home where your emotions were dismissed, experiencing chronic stress in relationships where you never felt safe, medical procedures that left you feeling out of control, or being betrayed by someone you trusted.
What makes something traumatic isn't just what happened. It's how your nervous system responded. When trauma goes unprocessed, it gets stored in your body and brain, shaping how you react to stress, relationships, and everyday situations.
You might notice hypervigilance, emotional numbness, difficulty trusting people, chronic anxiety, or that persistent feeling of being "stuck." These aren't character flaws. They're adaptive responses that helped you survive. But they may no longer be serving you.
Our Approach to Treatment
At Schuster Counseling Group, we don't believe in one-size-fits-all treatment. Our therapists are trained in multiple evidence-based modalities, allowing us to tailor your care to what actually works for your brain, your body, and your life.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) helps your brain reprocess traumatic memories so they no longer trigger intense emotional and physical reactions. Unlike traditional talk therapy, EMDR doesn't require you to describe every detail of what happened.
EMDR Intensives offer extended sessions for clients who want accelerated progress or can't commit to weekly appointments. These concentrated sessions can accomplish in days what might otherwise take months.
IFS-Informed Therapy helps you understand the different "parts" of yourself and build a compassionate relationship with all of them, reducing internal conflict and creating space for healing.
Somatic and Mind-Body Approaches help you notice and release the physical tension and disconnection that trauma creates, rebuilding a sense of safety in your own body.
CBT and DBT Skills offer practical tools for emotional regulation, distress tolerance, and challenging unhelpful thought patterns while deeper healing unfolds.
What to Expect
You can start with a free 15-minute consultation to ask questions and ensure we're a good fit. Our intake process is simple. Paperwork and consents are handled online through our secure client portal.
Your first session focuses on getting to know your story, identifying what's working and what isn't, clarifying your therapy goals, and mapping out a personalized treatment plan.
Once care is established, you can expect consistent sessions (weekly or intensive format), evidence-based treatment tailored to your needs, secure messaging for coordination, and a therapist who is genuinely invested in your progress. We offer both online therapy and in-person sessions, serving clients in Stillwater, OK and Southlake, TX.
Taking the First Step
Reaching out for help isn't weakness. It's a sign you're ready for something different. Contact us today to schedule a consultation or book your first session.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Trauma Therapy
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If you're experiencing flashbacks, hypervigilance, emotional numbness, or patterns you can't change despite your best efforts, trauma-focused treatment may be more effective than general talk therapy.
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No. Modalities like EMDR can be effective without requiring you to verbalize every detail. You're always in control of what you share and when.
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There's no universal timeline. Some people experience relief in months. Others benefit from longer-term work. EMDR Intensives can accelerate progress for those wanting concentrated treatment.
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EMDR engages the brain's natural healing mechanisms through bilateral stimulation, helping reprocess memories at a neurological level rather than only through verbal processing.
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Absolutely. Trauma doesn't expire. Experiences from decades past can continue affecting your present until they're properly processed.
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Research supports online therapy for trauma treatment, including EMDR via telehealth. Many clients find the comfort of online sessions helps them feel more at ease.
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If something from your past is still affecting how you feel or function today, it's worth exploring. You don't need a textbook definition to seek support.
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Single-event trauma often involves processing one specific memory. Complex trauma requires a layered approach addressing patterns, attachment wounds, and core beliefs developed over time.
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Your therapist will help you develop grounding and coping strategies. Having a personal support system in place is part of treatment planning.
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Schedule a free 15-minute consultation or reach out to book your first session. We'll match you with a therapist who specializes in your concerns.