Trust means you feel safe with someone. You believe they will care for you. But if you have gone through hard times, you may find it hard to trust again. We will help you see why trauma makes trusting hard.
What Is Trauma?
Trauma occurs when you experience something extremely frightening or heartbreaking. It could be a big accident. It might involve being wounded by someone you care about. It could be seeing something scary. Trauma can affect your mental state. It can make you feel upset for a long time.
How Trauma Affects Trust
When you have trauma, you learn that people or places can hurt you. You might watch for danger all the time. You might think no one will help you. You might pull back from friends. You might find it hard to share your feelings.
Fear of Letting Go
- You might fear that sharing your secret will hurt you more.
Watching for Signs
- You look for ominous signs in people’s faces or words.
Keeping Distance
- You stay away so no one can hurt you again.
Understanding PTSD, Anxiety, and Depression
Trauma can lead to PTSD, anxiety, or depression.
PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder)
- People with PTSD see the scary thing again in their minds. It may feel like it’s occurring at this very moment. They might have bad dreams or get very worried.
Anxiety
- Anxiety is when you worry all the time. You might feel your heart race. You might feel sick in your tummy. You feel like you must run away.
Depression
- Depression makes you feel sad and tired. You may not feel like playing or eating. You might cry for no apparent reason.
These feelings make trust hard. When your mind is full of worry or sadness, it is hard to open your heart.
What Is Trauma-Informed Care?
Trauma-Informed Care means we know about trauma and its effects. We use this knowledge to help you feel safe. We do not rush you. We do not push you. We work at your pace.
Key parts of trauma-informed care:
Safety
- You feel safe in our space. You trust that no one will judge you.
Choice
- You choose what you share. You decide how you get help.
Collaboration
- We work together. You tell us what is best for you.
Trustworthiness
- We keep our word. We show up on time. We listen with care.
Empowerment
- We help you learn new skills. We help you feel strong again.
Implementing Trauma-Informed Care Practices
At Denn’s Room Psychiatry, we use these steps:
Ask with Care
- We begin by inquiring about your feelings through straightforward questions.
Listen Deeply
- We listen with our whole heart. We do not interrupt.
Give Space
- We let you share when you are ready.
Offer Tools
- We teach breathing exercises. We teach ways to calm down.
Check In
- We talk after each session. We see what helped and what did not.
Why Trust Denn’s Room Psychiatry?
Denn’s Room Psychiatry is led by Gaelle Dennery. She’s a certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner. Gaelle knows what it is like to face mental health struggles. She brings her own strength and care to every session.
Here is what we do:
Psychotherapy
- We talk through hard times. We find new ways to cope.
Medication Management
- If you need medicine, we can help you with that. We watch how you feel.
Diagnostic Testing
- We run tests to see what is going on. We ensure you receive the appropriate assistance.
We blend all these services. This way, you get complete care. You don’t need to visit numerous locations. You get care in one safe spot.
Breaking Barriers with Telehealth
Denn’s Room Psychiatry is a telehealth platform. Telehealth lets you connect with us online. You can join from home. You don’t have to travel or wait in a clinic’s waiting room. You can get help in your safe space.
Benefits of telehealth:
- You stay in your own room.
- You use a phone or a computer.
- You avoid busy waiting rooms.
- You can see us from anywhere.
Telehealth makes it easier to start care. You don’t have to be ready to leave your home. We come to you through technology.
Creating a Community of Healing
We do more than therapy sessions. We build a team around you. We invite friends or family if you want. We run group talks and support circles. You meet others who understand. You see, you are not alone.
We also share resources:
- Books on healing
- Simple guides for the family
- Online talks and videos
This community helps you feel seen and heard. It teaches others how to help you.
Reducing Stigma around Mental Health
Stigma is shame around mental health. Certain individuals believe that seeking assistance signifies a lack of strength. We work to end that idea. We use simple words. We talk about feelings like we talk about a cold.
At work, we help teams learn how to keep mental health strong. We teach bosses and workers how to talk about stress and sadness. We make mental health talk normal.
Tips for Rebuilding Trust
Here are some simple suggestions to add to your everyday habits:
Start Small
- Share a small secret with someone you feel safe with.
Use “I” Statements
- Say “I feel sad” instead of “You make me sad.”
Check the Facts
- Ask “Did you mean to hurt me?” instead of guessing.
Take Breaks
- It’s perfectly fine to withdraw if you’re feeling afraid.
Praise Yourself
- Remind yourself, “I performed well today.” Every little achievement counts.
These tips help your mind learn that trust can grow again.
Conclusion
Trust can be hard after trauma. But it is possible to rebuild it. Trauma-Informed Care helps you feel safe and heard. Denn’s Room Psychiatry provides personalized care. We stand with you as you heal.
You’re not alone. Each day, you can improve a bit. Open your heart by trying new ways to build trust.
If you are ready to learn more, reach out to Denn’s Room Psychiatry. We are here to listen. We are here to help you find trust again.
FAQs
Q. How can Denn’s Room help me trust again?
At Denn’s Room, Gaelle listens with care. She shows you simple ways to feel calm and keeps her promises. This helps you feel safe and trustworthy again.
Q. What can I do to start trusting people again?
Try sharing a small secret with someone you feel okay with. Notice how they listen kindly. This helps you learn that trust can grow.