Complex PTSD
When the Past Keeps Shaping the Present
Complex PTSD develops after experiencing ongoing or repeated trauma — often in childhood, relationships, or situations where escape or safety weren’t possible. It’s not just about one event; it’s about years of surviving. You may feel like you’re always bracing for something bad to happen or that you can never fully relax. Trusting others can feel dangerous, and trusting yourself can feel impossible. You might struggle with shame, anger, or self-blame, even when you know logically that none of it was your fault. Relationships often feel confusing — part of you wants closeness, while another part fears being hurt again. It can be hard to know who you are beyond what you’ve lived through, leaving you feeling disconnected, small, or invisible. Everyday stress can send your body into panic, and even good things can feel unsafe or undeserved.
Learning to Feel Safe in Your Own Story
At WanderWell Therapy, we help you untangle the long-term impact of what you’ve been through and rebuild a sense of safety — in your body, your relationships, and your life. Healing Complex PTSD takes time, compassion, and steady support. Through gentle conversation, grounding exercises, and time in nature, we’ll work together to help your nervous system feel calmer and your inner voice grow kinder. Over time, you’ll begin to trust your feelings and boundaries, connect with people in healthier ways, and see yourself with more compassion. Life won’t always feel like survival — you’ll begin to experience moments of peace, confidence, and connection that remind you you’re no longer living in the past.
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