How do I tell my therapist about past trauma?

You can say something like: “There is something I’m struggling to move past. I know I need to face it to move forward, but I’m afraid to talk about it. I think I’m afraid I will be judged, or that you will think I’m overreacting.”

What are the symptoms of shock after a traumatic event?

Symptoms of psychological trauma

• Shock, denial, or disbelief.
• Confusion, difficulty concentrating.
• Anger, irritability, mood swings.
• Anxiety and fear.
• Guilt, shame, self-blame.
• Withdrawing from others.
• Feeling sad or hopeless.
• Feeling disconnected or numb.

How do you know if you’re repressing emotions?

Recognizing emotional repression in your feelings regularly feel numb or blank. feel nervous, low, or stressed a lot of the time, even if you aren’t sure why. have a tendency to forget things. experience unease or discomfort when other people tell you about their feelings.

What does processing trauma look like?

You may experience common symptoms such as depression, anxiety, fear, difficulty sleeping, self-blame or a sense of helplessness. Various stimuli such as a physical object, a song, a place, a feeling or an interpersonal situation might remind you of the trauma, and therefore provoke an emotional response or belief.

Why can’t I get over something that happened in the past?

Many people have difficulty getting past certain events that have happened to them and find it challenging to “get over” persistent negative feelings that inhibit their ability to enjoy the present moment and feel happy. This is likely because they have suffered some kind of trauma.

What does psychological shock feel like?

What are the symptoms of psychological shock? The hallmark symptom of shock is feeling a surge of adrenalin. You may feel jittery or physically sick, like you’re going to vomit or have diarrhea. Your mind will likely feel very foggy, or like you can’t think straight.

Do you have to tell your therapist all your story?

“Therapists don’t necessarily need to know all the details of your story, but it’s important for them to know the essential parts, such as the parts that bother you and may even cause shame, sadness or other painful emotions,” Zarrabi said.

What should I tell my therapist when I feel uncomfortable?

If you feel uncomfortable opening up about certain things, sharing this fact with your therapist can make for a great jumping-off point. From there, you can work together on disclosing significant intel in a contained, safe way.

What happens if my therapist doesn’t know the essential highlights?

If your therapist doesn’t know the essential highlights, they may use interventions or exercises that may not be the best fit for your issue, since they don’t have the full story.

What do you say to your clients when they’re struggling?

Here’s what I say most often to my clients: 1. Breathe. I encourage my clients to breathe into their body, following their breath, using breath to help get present in their body, with their feelings. I ask them to scan their body, noticing, without judgment, their physical and emotional feelings.