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At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, I provide deeply personalized, trauma-informed care for clients seeking a thoughtful and effective path toward healing. My practice is designed to offer a calm, private, and supportive therapeutic environment where individuals, couples, and teens can engage in meaningful inner work with depth, intention, and care.
I believe therapy should be both clinically grounded and highly individualized. My approach integrates evidence-based modalities with a nuanced understanding of trauma, creating a therapeutic experience that is compassionate, attuned, and tailored to the unique needs of each client. Every aspect of care is approached with sensitivity, professionalism, and respect for the complexity of each person’s healing process.
I am committed to offering a standard of care that feels both deeply supportive and exceptionally intentional. My goal is to help clients move beyond patterns of distress and toward greater clarity, resilience, emotional balance, and lasting well-being. Through a refined, relational, and trauma-informed approach, I strive to create a space where genuine healing and meaningful transformation can unfold.
At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, we understand the profound impact that Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) can have on individuals and their families. While we are located in Montrose, CA, our dedicated team is proud to serve clients in Sacramento County, providing effective and compassionate PTSD treatment that is tailored to meet the unique needs of each individual. Our goal is to empower you on your journey to recovery and help you reclaim your life from the burdens of trauma.
Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) is a complex mental health condition that can arise after an individual experiences or witnesses a traumatic event. This disorder is not limited to soldiers returning from combat; it can affect anyone who has encountered distressing experiences such as natural disasters, serious accidents, violent assaults, or emotional abuse. in Sacramento County, the prevalence of PTSD is a significant concern, as many residents face trauma from various sources, including community violence, domestic abuse, or even the stress of navigating personal and professional challenges.
Individuals with PTSD may experience a range of debilitating symptoms that can interfere with their daily lives. Common symptoms include intrusive memories, flashbacks, severe anxiety, and uncontrollable thoughts about the traumatic event. Nightmares are also prevalent, often leaving individuals feeling exhausted and on edge. These symptoms can manifest in physical ways, such as increased heart rate, sweating, or difficulty breathing, leading to a heightened state of alertness known as hyperarousal. This constant state of stress can create a cycle of avoidance, where individuals may withdraw from social situations or avoid reminders of the trauma, further isolating themselves and exacerbating their condition.
At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, we understand the profound impact that PTSD can have not only on individuals but also on their relationships and communities. When someone suffers from PTSD, it can create a ripple effect, impacting family dynamics and friendships. Partners may struggle to understand what their loved ones are going through, leading to feelings of frustration or helplessness. Children may also be affected, as they often pick up on the stress and anxiety of their parents. Recognizing these dynamics is essential in providing effective treatment that addresses not only the individual but also their support system.
It’s also important to note that PTSD can manifest in various forms, including Complex PTSD. This condition often arises from prolonged or repeated trauma, such as ongoing domestic abuse or childhood neglect. Individuals with Complex PTSD may experience additional symptoms, including difficulties in emotional regulation, problems with self-identity, and challenges in forming healthy relationships. At our facility in Sacramento, we offer specialized programs designed to cater to the unique needs of those dealing with Complex PTSD, ensuring that every client receives the comprehensive care they require.
Our approach to understanding PTSD goes beyond symptom management; we aim to uncover the root causes of trauma and how they affect an individual’s life. This often involves exploring past experiences in a safe and supportive environment, allowing clients to process their feelings and begin the journey of healing. We employ evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Processing Therapy and Prolonged Exposure Therapy, which have been shown to be effective in helping individuals confront and reframe their traumatic experiences. Each therapy session is tailored to the individual, ensuring that clients feel understood and empowered throughout their healing journey.
Furthermore, we encourage individuals to engage in self-care practices that can complement their therapy. Activities such as mindfulness meditation, journaling, and physical exercise can significantly improve emotional well-being and resilience. in our therapeutic environment, we often introduce these techniques, helping clients learn how to integrate them into their daily lives. This holistic approach not only addresses the psychological aspects of PTSD but also emphasizes the importance of caring for one’s physical and emotional health.
At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, we recognize that the journey to recovery from PTSD is not linear. There may be setbacks along the way, and that’s entirely normal. Our team is committed to providing ongoing support and adjusting treatment plans as necessary, ensuring that clients feel secure in their progress. Whether you are just beginning to explore therapy or have been on this path for some time, we are here to guide you through every step of the healing process.
If you or someone you know is grappling with the effects of PTSD, don’t hesitate to reach out for help. Understanding PTSD is the first step toward recovery, and at Touchstone Trauma Therapy, we are dedicated to creating a compassionate space for you to begin this important journey. Together, we can work towards reclaiming your life from the shadows of trauma.
Experience compassionate trauma-informed therapy designed to support your emotional healing and recovery, helping you navigate psychological trauma and post-traumatic stress with expert guidance and understanding.
Experience compassionate self-esteem counseling that empowers you to build confidence, enhance your self-worth, and improve your body image through personalized therapy tailored to your unique journey.
Experience compassionate anxiety therapy designed to help you manage anxiety disorders, overcome challenges, and find peace through personalized support and effective treatment strategies.
We provide comprehensive trauma-focused treatments designed to address the specific challenges associated with PTSD. Our services include:
Our team at Touchstone Trauma Therapy is dedicated to providing high-quality mental health therapy in Sacramento County. Here are a few reasons why clients choose us for their PTSD treatment:
Clear, practical answers for people considering Trauma Therapy and looking for a thoughtful next step.
Touchstone Trauma Therapy is a mental health practice located in Montrose, CA, specializing in trauma therapy. We provide personalized care to help clients navigate challenges such as trauma, anxiety, and depression through holistic, trauma-informed approaches.
Our services are designed for individuals, couples, and teens who are facing mental health challenges. Whether you are struggling with trauma, anxiety, depression, substance use concerns, relationship difficulties, self-esteem issues, emotional overwhelm, chronic stress, perfectionism, or feelings of disconnection, we are here to support you on your healing journey.
At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, we offer a range of trauma-informed therapies tailored to individual needs. Our approaches may include EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Mindfulness and Somatic therapies, and other holistic methods aimed at promoting healing and resilience.
If you are experiencing persistent feelings of anxiety, depression, or distress related to past experiences, trauma therapy may be beneficial. Our team can help assess your needs and guide you toward appropriate support.
During your first session at Touchstone Trauma Therapy, you will meet with a therapist who will discuss your background, current challenges, and goals for therapy. This initial assessment helps us create a personalized treatment plan tailored to your needs.
Yes, therapy sessions at Touchstone Trauma Therapy are confidential. We adhere to strict ethical guidelines to ensure your privacy and safety, allowing you to share your experiences in a secure and supportive environment.
Somatic Therapy is a form of body-centered therapy that emphasizes the connection between the brain, mind, and body. It utilizes body awareness as a therapeutic tool to explore and resolve the somatic (physical) symptoms of psychological issues. This approach helps individuals recognize and release the physical tension that remains in the body due to past trauma and stress.
Internal Family Systems (IFS) is a transformative therapeutic model of psychotherapy that helps individuals understand and harmonize the various parts within themselves. According to IFS, we all have different parts within us that carry different thoughts, emotions, and beliefs. These parts can sometimes conflict with each other and create internal struggles and difficulties in our lives. IFS is commonly utilized to work with trauma memories or difficult childhood experiences.
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a structured approach that treats trauma by safely reconnecting individuals with the traumatic images, thoughts, emotions, and body sensations they experienced, leveraging the brain’s natural healing process—Adaptive Information Processing (AIP).
Unlike traditional talk therapy, which often focuses on the traumatic event itself, EMDR targets the emotional disturbances and symptoms stemming from the trauma. The goal is to process these troubling memories, reduce their impact, and help clients develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Through EMDR, memories are transferred from the emotional part of the brain (limbic system) to long-term storage, transforming them from intrusive relived experiences into memories of past events that no longer wield disruptive power.
Our PTSD treatment services are designed for a wide range of individuals, including:
No matter your circumstances, we are here to support you in overcoming the challenges that trauma presents. Our compassionate approach ensures that you will not only receive effective treatment but also feel valued and heard throughout the process.
Experience compassionate depression counseling and effective clinical depression therapy tailored to your needs, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help you overcome major depressive disorder and mood disorders.
Experience compassionate EMDR therapy tailored for healing from PTSD, anxiety, phobias, grief, and abuse recovery, helping you navigate complex trauma and reclaim your life with confidence.
Experience healing through Somatic Experiencing Therapy, a holistic approach that combines body-oriented psychotherapy and mind-body techniques to alleviate stress and anxiety, promoting deep relaxation and emotional well-being.
At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, seeking support is an important first step toward healing. Whether you are navigating Trauma Therapy, anxiety, or emotional overwhelm, this is a calm place to begin with trust, care, and intention.
Talk with a trusted therapist and take the next step forward with confidence.
Trauma-informed care is an approach to therapy that recognizes how past trauma can affect a person’s thoughts, emotions, relationships, and physical responses. It focuses on creating a safe, supportive, and respectful environment where clients feel heard, empowered, and never pressured. At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, trauma-informed care means tailoring treatment to each person’s needs while using approaches that support healing at a pace that feels manageable and safe. At TTT, we utilize Evidence Based modalities such as EMDR, IFS and Somatic/Mindfulness that are effective in addressing and healing from trauma, including complex trauma.
Starting therapy begins with reaching out to schedule an initial consultation or first appointment. During that first step, we will talk about what brings you to therapy, your goals, and any questions you may have about the process. From there, we can determine the best approach for your needs and begin creating a treatment plan that feels supportive, personalized, and manageable.
Yes, therapy sessions are confidential. Protecting your privacy is an important part of creating a safe and supportive therapeutic space. There are a few legal and ethical limits to confidentiality, which will be reviewed with you at the beginning of therapy, but in general, what you share in session is kept private and treated with care and respect.
Somatic therapy supports trauma healing by helping clients notice and work with how trauma is held in the body, not just in thoughts or memories. Trauma can affect the nervous system in ways that lead to tension, overwhelm, numbness, or feeling constantly on edge. Through gentle body-based awareness and regulation techniques, somatic therapy helps clients reconnect with their bodies, build a greater sense of safety, and process trauma in a way that feels grounded and manageable.
That is completely understandable. Not every therapy experience is the right fit, and a previous approach that did not feel helpful does not mean therapy cannot be meaningful for you now. At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, I offer a personalized, trauma-informed approach tailored to your unique needs, goals, and pace. Together, we work to create a safe and supportive space that feels more aligned with the healing you are seeking.
Your first therapy session is an opportunity for me to begin building a thoughtful understanding of your experiences, concerns, and goals. I will guide the conversation with care, creating space to discuss what brings you to therapy, your personal history, and any questions you may have about the process. This initial session is designed to help you feel at ease while laying the foundation for a therapeutic approach that is personalized to your needs.
Experience transformative healing with Internal Family Systems Therapy, a compassionate approach that nurtures your inner parts, promoting personal growth and resilience through effective trauma healing and self-led therapy.
Experience compassionate and evidence-based PTSD treatment, including trauma-focused therapy and clinical counseling, designed to support your journey towards healing and recovery from post-traumatic stress disorder.
Experience compassionate relationship trauma counseling that focuses on healing interpersonal wounds, fostering secure attachments, and promoting resilience through specialized attachment-based therapy tailored to your unique journey.
Experience compassionate grief and loss counseling that supports your healing journey, helping you navigate bereavement, cope with loss, and find peace through specialized therapy tailored to your needs.
Experience compassionate support with our Stress and Emotional Overwhelm Therapy, designed to help you manage stress, regulate emotions, and overcome burnout through effective techniques like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
If you or someone you know is struggling with PTSD, it’s important to seek help. At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, we are committed to guiding you through the healing process with understanding and expertise. Contact us today to learn more about our PTSD treatment options in Sacramento County, CA, and take the first step towards a brighter future.
Transform your practice with Touchstone Trauma Therapy's evidence-based PTSD treatment in Sacramento County, CA, specializing in trauma-focused therapies for effective recovery.
Trauma-informed care is an approach to therapy that recognizes how past trauma can affect a person’s thoughts, emotions, relationships, and physical responses. It focuses on creating a safe, supportive, and respectful environment where clients feel heard, empowered, and never pressured. At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, trauma-informed care means tailoring treatment to each person’s needs while using approaches that support healing at a pace that feels manageable and safe. At TTT, we utilize Evidence Based modalities such as EMDR, IFS and Somatic/Mindfulness that are effective in addressing and healing from trauma, including complex trauma.
Starting therapy begins with reaching out to schedule an initial consultation or first appointment. During that first step, we will talk about what brings you to therapy, your goals, and any questions you may have about the process. From there, we can determine the best approach for your needs and begin creating a treatment plan that feels supportive, personalized, and manageable.
Yes, therapy sessions are confidential. Protecting your privacy is an important part of creating a safe and supportive therapeutic space. There are a few legal and ethical limits to confidentiality, which will be reviewed with you at the beginning of therapy, but in general, what you share in session is kept private and treated with care and respect.
Somatic therapy supports trauma healing by helping clients notice and work with how trauma is held in the body, not just in thoughts or memories. Trauma can affect the nervous system in ways that lead to tension, overwhelm, numbness, or feeling constantly on edge. Through gentle body-based awareness and regulation techniques, somatic therapy helps clients reconnect with their bodies, build a greater sense of safety, and process trauma in a way that feels grounded and manageable.
That is completely understandable. Not every therapy experience is the right fit, and a previous approach that did not feel helpful does not mean therapy cannot be meaningful for you now. At Touchstone Trauma Therapy, I offer a personalized, trauma-informed approach tailored to your unique needs, goals, and pace. Together, we work to create a safe and supportive space that feels more aligned with the healing you are seeking.
Your first therapy session is an opportunity for me to begin building a thoughtful understanding of your experiences, concerns, and goals. I will guide the conversation with care, creating space to discuss what brings you to therapy, your personal history, and any questions you may have about the process. This initial session is designed to help you feel at ease while laying the foundation for a therapeutic approach that is personalized to your needs.
Our services are designed for individuals, couples, and teens seeking support for mental health challenges.
Whether you are dealing with trauma, relationship issues, or self-esteem concerns, Touchstone Trauma Therapy is here to guide you on your journey to healing.
TTT offers services to the cities of Montrose, Glendale, La Crescenta, La Canada, Burbank and Pasadena. TTT also offers remote video sessions throughout the state of California.
Individual therapy for clients ages 14 and older offers a personalized space to work through life's challenges, deepen self-understanding, and support lasting emotional well-being.
