How Trauma Affects the Body—And How Therapy Helps

Trauma doesn’t just live in the mind—it lives in the body. If you’ve ever felt on edge for “no reason,” shut down during stress, or experienced chronic physical symptoms that doctors can’t explain, you might be feeling the effects of unresolved trauma.

The Science Behind It

Trauma activates the body’s stress response. When unresolved, this fight-or-flight state can get “stuck,” leading to anxiety, digestive issues, chronic pain, fatigue, or emotional numbing. It’s not just psychological—it’s physiological.

How Therapy Helps

Trauma-informed therapy creates space to safely process these experiences. At Brown Counseling, we use evidence-based methods to help regulate your nervous system, rebuild a sense of safety, and reconnect with your body.

Healing Takes Time, But It’s Possible

You don’t have to carry trauma forever. With the right support, your body and mind can begin to feel safe again—and healing can begin.

✨ Explore trauma counseling at Brown and take the first step toward healing.