Childhood Trauma Therapy

Children are precious, vulnerable, and should be shown love and care as they grow and mature. However, far too many people are exposed to traumatic experiences in childhood, from abuse and neglect to loss or violence. These traumatic experiences can lead to effects that last into adulthood—they can be the root causes of issues like depression, anxiety, and substance use.

However, the wounds left by childhood trauma can be healed. Childhood trauma therapy is a specialized approach to treatment that can help patients work through and overcome the effects of traumatic experiences. At Honey Lake Clinic, we take a faith-based approach to childhood trauma treatment, helping patients heal in body, mind, and spirit.

There’s hope if you’re struggling with childhood trauma. Contact our team at 888.428.0562 to learn more about our mental health therapies and how we can support you on your journey towards healing.

The Four Types of Childhood Trauma

Part of the reason that childhood trauma can be so difficult to treat is that the impact of these experiences can vary greatly from person to person. However, there are four general types of childhood trauma:

• Physical – This type of trauma includes any physical harm or injury inflicted on a child, such as physical abuse or witnessing violence.
• Emotional – Emotional trauma involves any experience that causes intense distress and negative emotions. Examples may include verbal or emotional abuse, neglect, or losing a loved one at a young age.
• Sexual – Sexual abuse includes any unwanted sexual behavior towards a child, whether it’s physical contact or exposure to sexual content.
• Neglect – Neglect occurs when a child is not receiving the care and support they need from their caregivers. This can include physical neglect, emotional neglect, and educational neglect.

Abuse isn’t always clear-cut—sometimes, it can involve a combination of these types of trauma. No matter what form it takes, all childhood trauma is serious and deserves to be addressed through therapy and other forms of treatment.

Faith-Based Therapy for Childhood Trauma

Your faith isn’t separate from your mental health. It’s a crucial element of who you are and can be a powerful tool in your healing journey. At Honey Lake Clinic, we combine evidence-based therapies with Biblical principles to help individuals find lasting healing from childhood trauma. Our faith-based approach is rooted in the belief that God has created each person for a purpose and that He can redeem even the most painful experiences for His glory.

Childhood trauma therapy at Honey Lake Clinic can involve:

• Looking at the root causes of trauma and identifying thought patterns or beliefs that may be hindering healing.
• Recognizing and addressing any shame or guilt associated with the traumatic experiences.
• Learning healthy coping skills for managing intense emotions and triggers related to the trauma.
• Building a support system through group therapy and connecting with others who have shared similar experiences.

Specific approaches, like eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) therapy or cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), may also be used to address the specific symptoms and effects of childhood trauma.

How Childhood Trauma Therapy Fits Into Mental Health Treatment at Honey Lake Clinic

At Honey Lake Clinic, we take a holistic approach to mental health treatment. Transformative growth comes from addressing the whole person—body, mind, and spirit. Childhood trauma therapy is just one aspect of our faith-based treatment program for adults struggling with mental health conditions like depression, anxiety, PTSD, and more. Our team works closely with each patient to develop an individualized treatment plan that meets their unique needs and supports them in finding hope and healing.