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Trauma Therapy
Feel safe again | Process the past | Move forward with confidence
Sometimes it’s not just what happened…
it’s how it still feels now.
Feel on edge or easily triggered
You might notice strong reactions that seem to come out of nowhere.
Struggle to switch off
Your mind or body may stay in a constant state of alert, even when you’re safe.
Feel disconnected
From yourself, your emotions or the people around you.
What Is Trauma and
When Does It Become a Problem?
Trauma is not just about the event itself. It is about how your mind and body responded to something that felt overwhelming, unsafe or too much to process at the time.
This could be:
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A single event
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Ongoing stress or experiences
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Childhood experiences
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Relationships that felt unsafe or unpredictable
Trauma is stored in the body and nervous system, which is why it can continue to affect you long after the situation has passed.
It may become something you need support with when:
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You feel constantly on edge or anxious
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You experience strong emotional reactions or triggers
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You avoid certain situations or memories
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You feel numb, disconnected or shut down
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It impacts your relationships, confidence or daily life
At The Growth Place, we support people experiencing trauma in Rainham, Kent and online, helping you process what you’ve been through and feel safer in your mind and body again.
What Causes Trauma Responses?
Trauma responses are the body’s way of protecting you. When something overwhelming happens, your nervous system moves into survival mode.
This can look like:
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Fight (anger, frustration)
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Flight (anxiety, restlessness)
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Freeze (shutdown, numbness)
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Fawn (people-pleasing, over-accommodating)
Common contributing factors include:
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Past experiences or childhood environments
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Ongoing stress or instability
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Emotional or psychological harm
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Feeling unsafe or unsupported at the time
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Your reactions are not random.
If the experience isn’t fully processed, the body can stay stuck in these responses. They are learned survival responses. Understanding this is a powerful step towards healing.
Signs and Symptoms of Trauma
Trauma can affect your thoughts, emotions, body and behaviour, often in ways that feel confusing or difficult to explain. Trauma responses can show up long after the original experience has passed, often without a clear connection to what triggered them. Many people find themselves reacting strongly to situations, feeling overwhelmed by emotions, or struggling with anxiety, even when they know logically that they are safe. The nervous system can remain in a heightened state of alert or, at times, shut down completely, making it difficult to feel calm, present or in control. These responses are not a sign that something is wrong with you, but a sign that your body is still trying to protect you.
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Emotional Symptoms
Anxiety, fear, irritability, low mood or feeling emotionally overwhelmed.
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Physical Symptoms
Tension, fatigue, sleep issues, headaches or feeling constantly on edge.
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Behavioural Symptoms
Avoidance, withdrawal, people-pleasing or difficulty setting boundaries.
How Trauma Therapy Helps
Trauma therapy is not about reliving everything you have been through. It is about helping your mind and body feel safe again. At The Growth Place, we work gently and at your pace.
Therapy can help you:
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Understand your responses and triggers
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Regulate your nervous system
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Process emotions in a safe way
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Reduce anxiety and overwhelm
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Rebuild confidence and a sense of control
Many people come to us feeling stuck in patterns they don’t fully understand. Through therapy, they begin to feel calmer, more grounded and more in control of their thoughts and reactions. We offer a range of approaches including hypnotherapy, somatic therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), The Control System and energy-based therapies such as Reiki. Each session is tailored to you.
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Therapies we offer
Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
Helps you understand and manage thought patterns linked to trauma responses.
Hypnotherapy
Works with the subconscious mind to process and shift deeper emotional patterns.
Reiki Healing
Supports relaxation and helps calm an overactive nervous system.
The Control System
Helps update subconscious responses and reduce emotional triggers.
Somatic Therapy
Focuses on regulating the nervous system and releasing stored tension in the body.
Trauma therapists and healers
If you are looking for support with trauma in Rainham, Kent or online, our experienced therapists and healers are here to help. At The Growth Place, our team offers a range of therapeutic approaches designed to calm the mind, support the body, and help you feel more in control again. Each practitioner brings their own skills and specialisms, allowing us to match you with the therapist who feels right for you.
Send us a Whatsapp message for an informal chat so we can help you find the right therapy for you.
WE ARE HERE TO HELP
What Happens in an Trauma Therapy Session?
Your first session is about creating safety. You don’t need to go into anything you’re not ready for. We start by understanding what you’re experiencing now and what you would like to change. From there, we introduce gentle techniques to help your nervous system regulate and feel more stable.
Over time, many clients notice:
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Feeling calmer and less reactive
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Reduced anxiety and emotional overwhelm
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Greater sense of control
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Improved confidence and emotional balance
Not sure what therapy is right for you?
Send us a Whatsapp message for an informal chat so we can help you find the right therapy for you.
Frequently asked questions
Trauma Therapy in Rainham, Kent
Trauma doesn’t always look obvious. And it can be hard to make sense of it. But here’s something important to understand.
Your response is not a weakness. It is your body trying to protect you. And it can learn that it is safe again. If you’re ready, we’re here to support you.
You might be:
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Feeling on edge without knowing why
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Reacting more strongly than you used to
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Avoiding things that feel triggering
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Feeling disconnected from yourself or others
But reaching out might feel hard, but once you are ready, we are here for you.
Contact Us
Address
The Growth Place
Floor 1 and 2
123 High Street
Rainham
Kent
ME8 8AN
Contact
07721 083250
Opening Hours
Mon - Fri
9:00 am – 9:00 pm
Saturday
9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Sunday
9:00 am – 7:00 pm