Trauma Recovery and EMDR

EMDR and Therapeutic Support Overcoming Trauma in NY and NJ

Walking the Rope – without a Net

Trauma: It can hit you fast or slow – come at you with or without warning – and seep into your life.

When trauma occurs, especially if it happens to you as a child multiple times with no safety offered, you may internalize it.

It informs the way you think of yourself and the world and alters nearly every relationship – whether with people, work, the self, food, substances, etc.

In a Fog – without Your Footing

These new relationships are often painful. Before long, you may suffer from recurring depression or anxiety, ailments that make sense considering how unhealthy the new relationships can be.

These experiences are a reaction to consistent negative thoughts:

“Others will love me only if I am successful – pretty – smart – skinny….”

“If someone loves me, then I will be important enough to be cared for…”

“The world is full of harm, and the only way to avoid harm is to become the strongest – most successful – funniest.”

Nothing makes sense anymore, and it’s hard to find your way.

A New World

The crux of my work is in recovery from trauma. I can help you change these thoughts, make the world not just bearable – but a place to thrive and help you actively choose life.

I do this by listening, inviting you to be compassionate toward yourself and to partner with yourself.

We work on the actual beliefs you have about yourself, and we help you get into a place where you are actively choosing your life.

We work on your trauma. The thoughts about yourself that have started from your trauma. The pains in your body that occur from your trauma. We work through the pains it has brought to you and their affect on your life.

To heal from the idea that you are unlovable and that harm is always lurking around the corner.

Enjoying Life on YOUR Terms

Reach out to me today at (929) 251-5127. Together, let’s burn away the fog in your thinking and begin to see the world – and who you are – more clearly.

Let’s build a strong foundation of positive self-esteem and process your experiences in a healthy way, once and for all.

You deserve it.

And I’m excited to accompany you.

What to expect in trauma-focused therapy

In trauma-focused therapy, you can expect a safe and supportive space where your experiences are validated, and your healing journey is honored. This specialized approach to therapy is designed to help you process and understand the emotional and psychological effects of trauma. At Ayah Issa Therapy, PC, we work collaboratively with you to explore your trauma at a pace that feels comfortable and manageable. Through techniques such as cognitive restructuring, mindfulness, and grounding exercises, we help you develop coping skills to reduce distress and gradually work through the pain. We also use tools such as EMDR and parts work to help you process through your traumas. Traumas that happen at young ages can make you feel “stuck,” and EMDR can be used as a way to help unstick you from your traumas. Trauma-focused therapy aims to empower you to regain control, foster resilience, and ultimately lead a more peaceful and fulfilling life.

The importance of working through traumas

Working through trauma is crucial for reclaiming your emotional and mental well-being. Traumas can leave deep scars that affect every aspect of your life, from relationships to self-esteem and daily functioning. Left unaddressed, trauma can manifest in ongoing anxiety, depression, and even physical symptoms. At Ayah Issa Therapy, PC, we believe that healing from trauma is not just about survival but about thriving. By processing and working through your traumas in a safe, therapeutic environment, you can release the grip that past events have on you, build resilience, and regain a sense of empowerment. It’s an essential step toward living a more fulfilling, balanced, and peaceful life.