Medical Trauma
When a Medical Crisis Leaves a Mark
After a medical crisis, like cancer or a life saving surgery, it can feel like life never fully goes back to “normal.” You might find yourself on edge before appointments, replaying moments in your mind, or feeling panic at the smell of a hospital or the sound of certain machines. You may question your body, struggle to trust doctors, or feel anger and fear that others don’t seem to understand. Even if people around you say you should be “grateful” or “past it,” part of you still feels stuck in what happened. Everyday life can feel smaller—your world shaped by worry, exhaustion, and the weight of what you’ve been through.
Finding Safety and Trust Again
At WanderWell Therapy, we help you make sense of your medical experiences and find your footing again. Through conversation, mindfulness, and time in nature, we work to rebuild trust—both in your body and in the world around you. You’ll begin to notice more calm moments and fewer flashbacks or anxious thoughts before appointments. You’ll feel more in control of your choices, more confident advocating for yourself, and more at peace in your body. Healing doesn’t erase what happened—but it helps you move forward with strength, clarity, and a renewed sense of safety.
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