Trauma Informed Coaching
A hero is an ordinary individual who finds the strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.
-Christopher Reeve-
Trauma Coach
A trauma coach, also known as a trauma recovery coach or trauma-informed coach, is a professional trained to guide individuals in recovering from the effects of trauma. They focus on the present and future, helping clients rebuild their lives by building coping skills, setting goals, and creating a safe space for healing. Unlike therapists, trauma coaches do not diagnose or prescribe medication, and they work with clients to address the impact of trauma on their current lives, rather than focusing solely on the past.
What Trauma Coaches Do:
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Focus on the present and future:
Trauma coaches help clients navigate their current challenges and build a positive future, rather than dwelling on past trauma.
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Provide support and guidance:
They act as mentors and guides, offering education about trauma and recovery, and helping clients develop coping mechanisms.
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Help clients build resilience:
They assist clients in identifying and utilizing their strengths and resources to navigate challenges and rebuild their lives.
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Promote safety and well-being:
Trauma coaches create a safe and supportive environment where clients can explore their experiences and feelings.
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Focus on client empowerment:
They empower clients to take control of their healing journey and make informed decisions about their lives.
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Help with nervous system regulation:
Some trauma coaches are trained to help clients manage their nervous system responses to trauma.
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Help with goal setting and action planning:
They assist clients in setting realistic goals and developing strategies to achieve them.
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May connect clients with other resources:
They may refer clients to therapists or other professionals when appropriate
And one has to understand that braveness is not the absence of fear but rather the strength to keep on going forward despite the fear.
-Paulo Coelho-
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