Trauma and PTSD therapists in Frisco, Texas TX

It's estimated that 70% of adults in the U.S. have experienced trauma. When we suppress trauma, it stays locked within us and takes a toll on our nervous system, brains, and bodies. Trauma changes who we are, and not always for the better. We can become nervous, irritable, angry, and distrustful because of nightmares. PTSD and Complex PTSD are their own fresh hell. I specialize in treating trauma with EMDR - the gold standard treatment for trauma and PTSD. Contact me to find out more about trauma therapy in Frisco Texas.  

I specialize in helping individuals impacted by sexual trauma. I have been trained in trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy and the integrative treatment of complex trauma. Before going into private practice I provided therapy at a mental health clinic for children and families dealing with the effects of child maltreatment (including physical abuse, sexual abuse, sex trafficking, and neglect). I help clients understand and cope with trauma symptoms, process and reclaim their story, and increase self-care and self-love.  

Experiencing trauma can profoundly affect one's emotional, physical, and psychological well-being, sometimes culminating in post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). At Relevant Connections, we recognize the deeply personal nature of trauma and its lingering effects. Leveraging the transformative power of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy, our therapists work collaboratively with clients to address the roots of their traumatic memories. EMDR has been clinically proven to accelerate the healing process, allowing individuals to process distressing memories more rapidly. By reconfiguring your relationship to past events, we aim to foster a sense of healing, empowerment, and liberation from the chains of past trauma. Embark with us on a path to reclaim your inner peace and resilience.  

Trauma is in many peoples past. You are not alone in your trauma and abuse. We can help you work through your past trauma and abuse to live a more free life.  

Experiencing relational trauma can be incredibly challenging, and the wounds it leaves can affect every aspect of your life. In therapy, I'm here to offer a helping hand to individuals seeking healing from relational trauma. We'll create a safe and understanding space where you can process the pain and confusion caused by past experiences. Together, we'll explore how these traumas have impacted you and work on building resilience, self-compassion, and healthier ways of connecting with others. Healing is a personal journey, and I'm here to walk alongside you, offering support and guidance as you rediscover a sense of safety, trust, and meaningful connections in your life. Your path to healing begins here.  

Sometimes traumatized individuals may experience destructive patterns, painful self-beliefs, numbing of feelings, feeling disconnected from themselves or others, difficulty making decisions, fear of abandonment, intense fear, shame, rage, helplessness/powerlessness, avoidance, nightmares, flashbacks, heightened alertness, or chronic anxiety or depression, to name a few. If you struggle with any of these, I can help you. My Somatic Experiencing training has equipped me to helps those who have experienced trauma heal and find a path forward.  

Our specialization centers on working with individuals who have experienced trauma, offering a safe and empathetic space for healing and growth. We utilize evidence-based therapeutic approaches to help clients process and navigate the emotional aftermath of trauma, empowering them to reclaim their lives. Through trauma-informed care, we work collaboratively to address triggers, rebuild a sense of safety, and foster resilience. Our goal is to guide individuals on a path toward post-traumatic growth, helping them not only recover from the effects of trauma but also find strength, meaning, and a renewed sense of self in the process.  

Many individuals have experienced trauma and PTSD but have not received treatment. Some individuals only experience a few trauma or PTSD symptoms, and do not meet the requirements for a full diagnosis; yet their symptoms significantly interfere in their personal well-being, life, marriage or other relationships. Drawing upon many evidenced based approaches, I will tailor a therapeutic solution that fits you and your circumstance to help you heal, let-go, and come into a new way of being. This will allow you to become fully functioning in your own life, marriage or relationship. Many of my clients have been victims of rape, violence, or have experienced the hostilities of war and are seeking a new approach to treatment. They want to be free of the intrusive and unwanted memories that impede their present health.  

Dr. Lucy Underwood and Associates are well known in Dallas-Fort Worth and throughout Texas for their cutting edge treatment of trauma and PTSD. The Team works with individuals from high risk professions (e.g., Military Veterans, First Responders, Healthcare Workers, etc.) and as well as individuals who have been developed a trauma response from exposure to adverse life events (e.g., children of alcoholics, sexual assault, domestic violence, life changes, divorce, etc.). Dr. Underwood and Associates are advanced trained in EMDR and Accelerated Resolution Therapy.  

Do not let your past dictate your future. Many of us experience traumatic events that can lead to Post traumatic stress disorder or deal with various symptoms of PTSD. After experiencing a trauma, our mind can be triggered by a number of people, events, places and things, which activate our "fight or flight" response. It is best to deal with trauma head on, no matter how scary it may seem. My approach to dealing with trauma is to help you identify and cope with triggers you may be experiencing (knowingly or unknowingly) and learn to more effectively manage your behaviors and emotions related to the traumatic experience.