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ABOUT THE AUTHOR
Erin Pritchard, MA, LPCC-S is the founder of Sea Glass Counseling and Consultation. Erin is an EMDRIA Certified EMDR Therapist and Approved Consultant, a sex and relationship expert, and Certified Fair Play Facilitator with 10 years of experience healing hearts, strengthening relationships, and restoring hope.
She provides short-term therapy and coaching to individuals and couples who are ready to trade shame and distance for restoration and genuine connection. Her work is grounded in the neurobiology of resilience, relationships and healthy spirituality. Erin focuses on creating lasting change for the whole person and enjoys helping clients untangle the complexities of trauma, sexuality, relationships, and faith.
Outside of the office, she enjoys living a fun and grace-filled life with her husband and their two Newfypoo furbabies. Erin loves spending time with friends, hiking, traveling, cooking, and gardening.
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Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a complex and debilitating mental health condition that affects millions of individuals worldwide. However, it often goes unnoticed or misdiagnosed. But how does something that is both so common and serious get overlooked so often?
Unexpected Symptoms of PTSD
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a complex condition that can manifest in various ways. While many people associate PTSD with flashbacks and nightmares, there are several unexpected symptoms that often go unrecognized.
Emotional Trauma Is Real
While many people will experience a form of trauma at some point in their lives, the impact it has on a person’s perspective on life and sense of security often leave them feeling isolated.
Your Body Remembers Trauma, Even If You Try To Push It Out Of Your Mind, But How?
Whether your trauma comes from an accumulation of stress in the workplace, exposure to a violent incident, or childhood abuse, it can leave a lasting, complex legacy. Even though they’re able to push through all the psychological and emotional effects of trauma, it takes root in their bodies.
When The Past Haunts You: Explaining What Trauma Is And The Symptoms Behind It
In very simple terms, trauma is our body & mind’s lingering response to past pain. Most often, trauma forms in response to dangerous, life-altering situations and experiences.