Trauma Therapist Chula Vista

Compassionate Trauma Therapy in Chula Vista

      Trauma Therapy Chula Vista     

If you've experienced trauma,

you know the pain isn't just in the past.

It’s in the sleepless nights, the moments when your chest tightens out of nowhere, the panic attacks, and the sadness that seems to linger for days on end. Trauma can leave you feeling like you’re stuck in a loop—haunted by memories you can't escape, feeling like there’s no way out, no way to feel better.

Maybe you’re also carrying the weight of growing up in a home where love and support were hard to come by. Perhaps your parents were impatient, quick to punish, or never seemed to understand what you needed. Instead of feeling supported, you were made to feel stupid, ashamed, or like a burden. Now, as an adult, those old wounds are still affecting how you move through life, whether it’s giving up too easily when things get tough, or battling feelings of worthlessness that you just can’t shake.

But here’s the good news:
trauma therapy can help you break free from this pain.

You don’t have to figure this out alone. I specialize in helping individuals navigate the complexities of healing from past wounds.

      Chula Vista Trauma Therapist    

Christy Garcia, a white, female Christian therapist in Chula Vista. A specialized trauma therapist offering EMDR. She is standing outside her Eastlake office where she provides in-person and online therapy.

Specialized trauma & EMDR therapist in Chula Vista, CA

Hi, I’m Christy Garcia, LMFT

I specialize in helping individuals navigate the complexities of healing from past wounds. I understand how trauma can leave you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and disconnected, and I’m here to provide a compassionate and non-judgmental space for your healing journey.

I help adults heal from childhood wounds by educating you on how trauma affects the whole person and teaching you effective coping skills to heal and move forward.  

I help adults heal from childhood wounds

In our sessions, we’ll explore the root causes of your distress and work on addressing both the emotional and physical symptoms of trauma. I offer much more than just a listening ear during my therapy sessions. I often integrate mindfulness, guided meditation or relaxation skills so you can walk away from your sessions with a greater sense of calm that you can take with you into the week.

In trauma therapy, I help you practice the skills that you’ll need in order to heal and grow from your experiences.

Together, we’ll build a toolkit of coping skills to help you manage your anxiety, regulate your emotions, and start feeling more at peace. 

My trauma therapy approach includes EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) and other trauma-focused interventions designed to help you process difficult memories, heal from the past, and move forward with your life.

My clients experience change over time, not just in their emotions, but holistically, through the mind, body and soul. 

Specialized Trauma Therapy

With trauma therapy, you can:

Understand and manage triggers that cause anxiety, panic, or sadness

Build the courage to face future challenges with confidence

Break free from feelings of shame and self-doubt that have held you back

Create a new sense of hope and possibilities for your future

Develop a greater sense of safety and control in your life

Whether you’re struggling with a single traumatic event or years of difficult memories, you deserve to heal and experience a sense of peace.

I offer in-person sessions in Chula Vista and online counseling for California residents, so no matter where you are, support is within reach.

I help individuals heal from painful memories so they can find peace and restoration in their lives.

FAQs about

Trauma Therapy

  • You might need trauma therapy if you find yourself struggling to move past a distressing event, experiencing flashbacks, nightmares, or intense emotional reactions that interfere with your daily life. Other signs include feeling constantly on edge, avoiding situations that remind you of the trauma, or feeling numb and disconnected from others. If these symptoms persist and impact your well-being, seeking trauma therapy can help you heal and regain control over your life.

  • Trauma refers to a distressing event or series of events that overwhelm an individual's ability to cope, leading to emotional, psychological, or physical harm. PTSD (Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder) is a specific condition that can develop after experiencing or witnessing trauma. While not everyone who experiences trauma will develop PTSD, those with PTSD often relive the trauma through flashbacks, nightmares, and severe anxiety, impacting their daily life. In short, trauma is the event, and PTSD is a potential long-term response to that event.

  • Trauma therapy involves working with a trained therapist to address and heal the emotional and psychological impact of traumatic experiences. It typically includes identifying and processing traumatic memories, learning coping strategies to manage distress, and building resilience. Various approaches, such as EMDR, cognitive-behavioral therapy, and somatic therapies, may be used, tailored to your specific needs and recovery goals. The aim is to help you regain a sense of safety, control, and well-being in your life.

  • The best type of therapy for trauma depends on the individual's unique needs and experiences. Commonly effective approaches include EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), and somatic therapies. These methods focus on processing traumatic memories, managing distress, and fostering resilience. The right therapy for you will be personalized, often combining elements from different approaches to support your healing and recovery journey.

Take the Next Step Toward Healing

If you’re ready to start your journey toward healing and regain control of your life, reach out today to schedule a consultation for trauma therapy in Chula Vista. Let’s work together to help you find the relief and sense of safety you’ve been longing for.