Trauma can leave lasting effects on your emotional and physical well-being.
If you're struggling with anxiety, flashbacks, or feelings of being stuck, you may be looking for a solution to help you break free from the hold trauma has on your life. At Warming Light Counselling, we specialise in trauma therapy in Adelaide, offering tailored approaches like EMDR therapy to help you heal and regain control over your life.
Imagine a life where you feel at ease in your body, confident in your choices, and no longer burdened by the past. Through trauma therapy, we help you move past the traumatic events that have shaped your present, so you can build a future free from the grip of emotional pain.
Trauma can manifest in many forms, including anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, and self-worth issues.
Our trauma therapy services focus on identifying the underlying causes of your struggles and working through them at a pace that feels safe for you. By using techniques like EMDR therapy, we can help process traumatic memories and break the cycle of distressing emotions.
Our therapy process includes trauma-informed care, EMDR therapy and integrative strategies designed to support your nervous system and promote healing. Whether you’ve experienced a single incident or ongoing trauma, we provide the tools and support necessary to move towards emotional freedom and recovery.
At Warming Light Counselling, we are committed to creating a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore your experiences and begin your journey of healing. Let us help you reclaim your sense of self and build a life of resilience and strength.
EMDR therapy can be used for both recent distressing events and longer-standing complex trauma, but the approach differs depending on the nature of your experience.
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Recent single Incident Trauma
If you’ve experienced something distressing—like a car accident, a medical procedure, or a sudden loss—EMDR therapy can target the event while it is still fresh. This often involves a modified protocol to reduce distress quickly, preventing it from becoming "stuck" in the nervous system.
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Complex or Developmental Trauma
When trauma is layered over time—such as childhood neglect, attachment wounds, or repeated invalidation—EMDR therapy takes a more phased approach. We focus on strengthening inner resources, processing distress in smaller, manageable pieces, and reinforcing positive self-beliefs. This ensures that therapy remains safe and effective without becoming overwhelming.
Types of Trauma Treated:
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Childhood and Developmental
Difficult early experiences can shape the way we see ourselves and the world. EMDR can help process these experiences so they no longer define you. This may include:
Childhood emotional neglect or invalidation
Growing up with a parent who had mental illness or addiction
Physical, verbal, or sexual abuse
Witnessing domestic violence or family conflict
Bullying by siblings or peers
Loss of a parent or caregiver at a young age
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Recent Distressing Events
Sometimes, a single overwhelming event can leave a lasting emotional impact. EMDR can be effective for processing:
Workplace bullying or harassment
Domestic violence or abusive relationships
Car accidents or medical trauma
Sudden loss or significant life changes
Sexual assault or victimisation
Debilitating personal or workplace injuries
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Managing Ongoing Emotional Challenges
Even if there isn’t a single traumatic event, EMDR can help with long-standing emotional distress that feels difficult to shift. This includes:
Anxiety, panic attacks, or chronic stress
Depression, low mood, or emotional numbness
Difficulties with anger, shame, or self-criticism
PTSD and Complex PTSD
Perfectionism and feelings of never being "good enough"
Body image struggles and emotional eating
Self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and low self-worth
Take a Step Toward Healing
EMDR therapy can help you process past experiences, break free from distressing patterns, and build a stronger sense of self. At Warming Light Counselling, we tailor EMDR to your needs, creating a safe space for meaningful change.
If you're curious about how EMDR can support you, reach out with any questions or book a session to get started. If you would like to ask any questions or would like to chat prior, then please send a message
Appointments are available on a Thursday, Friday and Saturday.
FAQS
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EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is an evidence-based therapy that helps the brain reprocess traumatic memories so they no longer feel overwhelming. Instead of talking through the trauma repeatedly, EMDR uses bilateral stimulation (such as eye movements, tapping, or sounds) while recalling distressing memories. This helps the brain integrate the experience in a way that reduces emotional intensity, allowing people to shift unhelpful beliefs and responses connected to past events.
If trauma is keeping you stuck, EMDR therapy can help. Book a session with Warming Light Counselling today.
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Trauma-informed care is an approach that recognizes how trauma impacts the nervous system, emotional responses, and sense of safety. It ensures therapy is delivered in a way that is empowering, non-judgmental, and paced appropriately so that clients never feel rushed or retraumatized. Trauma-informed care prioritizes safety, choice, and collaboration, helping clients feel in control of their healing process rather than overwhelmed by it.
Warming Light Counselling provides a safe, trauma-informed space for healing. Book an appointment today.
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A trauma therapist doesn’t ‘fix’ people—rather, they provide a safe space for healing, helping clients understand their nervous system, shift unhelpful patterns, and process difficult experiences without being overwhelmed. A key part of trauma therapy is validating experiences, reducing shame, and offering tools to regulate emotions. At Warming Light Counselling, therapy is a collaborative process where your strengths are recognized, and your voice matters.
You are not broken, and you don’t have to do this alone. Reach out today to start your journey with Warming Light Counselling.
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Healing from trauma isn’t about erasing the past but about reducing its emotional grip on the present. Overcoming trauma often involves processing distressing memories, shifting negative self-beliefs, and learning regulation strategies to calm the nervous system. While some trauma responses may always be present in small ways, therapy can help reduce their intensity, allowing for greater ease, self-compassion, and confidence in daily life.
Take the first step toward healing today. Book a session with Warming Light Counselling.
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Recovery from trauma involves multiple approaches, including:
Nervous system regulation (breathwork, sensory grounding, movement-based coping strategies)
Processing distressing experiences (through EMDR, somatic work, or talk therapy)
Challenging unhelpful beliefs (addressing shame, self-criticism, and fear responses)
Building supportive connections (therapy, community, or trusted relationships)
Practicing self-compassion (learning to care for yourself without judgment)
If you’re ready to explore trauma recovery strategies, book a session with Warming Light Counselling.
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Research shows that certain therapeutic approaches are highly effective for trauma recovery, including:
EMDR therapy – Helps reprocess traumatic memories to reduce distress.
Somatic therapies – Focuses on how trauma is stored in the body and uses movement, breathwork, or sensation-based techniques.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Identifies and challenges unhelpful thought patterns related to trauma.
Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) – Helps people build psychological flexibility and take meaningful steps forward despite distress.
Polyvagal-informed approaches – Support nervous system regulation to increase a sense of safety and stability.
Looking for a science-backed approach to healing? Book an EMDR or trauma therapy session with Warming Light Counselling today.
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You don’t need to recall everything for EMDR to be effective. EMDR therapy focuses on how past experiences are stored in the brain and body, rather than retrieving every detail. Even if memories are unclear or fragmented, we work with your current emotional responses and distress to help you process unresolved experiences in a way that brings relief and healing.
You don’t have to remember everything to start healing. Reach out to Warming Light Counselling to learn how EMDR therapy can support you.
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‘Little t’ trauma refers to ongoing stressors or emotionally painful experiences that may not seem ‘big enough’ to be considered trauma but still have a lasting impact. This can include chronic criticism, emotional neglect, social rejection, bullying, or feeling unseen and unheard in childhood. These experiences can shape self-esteem, emotional regulation, and how a person interacts in relationships. While ‘little t’ trauma may not result in PTSD, it can contribute to anxiety, perfectionism, self-doubt, and difficulty trusting others.
If past experiences still affect you today, they are worth addressing. Warming Light Counselling can help
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‘Big T’ trauma includes life-threatening or deeply distressing events, such as assault, natural disasters, severe accidents, abuse, or witnessing violence. These experiences can overwhelm the nervous system, leading to post-traumatic stress symptoms such as flashbacks, hypervigilance, emotional numbness, or avoidance of reminders. While ‘big T’ trauma can feel life-altering, processing it in a safe, structured way—like through EMDR therapy—can help reduce its impact over time.
No trauma is too big or small to be worth healing. Reach out today and book a trauma therapy session with Warming Light Counselling.
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Trauma therapy can create profound shifts in emotional and physical well-being. By working through distressing experiences, people often find they feel less reactive, more present, and better able to regulate emotions. Relationships may improve, self-worth can strengthen, and old patterns of avoidance, perfectionism, or self-doubt can begin to change. Many people also notice improvements in physical symptoms such as sleep disturbances, chronic pain, or digestive issues, as trauma is often stored in the body.
Ready to experience the benefits of trauma therapy? Reach out to Warming Light Counselling and book your first session.
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Yes, EMDR can be highly effective for complex trauma, but it requires careful preparation to avoid overwhelming the nervous system. At Warming Light Counselling, we take a paced, supportive approach, ensuring that safety and stabilization come first. Before starting trauma processing, we build emotional regulation skills, create internal resources, and work with your nervous system’s capacity to engage with difficult experiences.
Healing from complex trauma is possible with the right support. Book an EMDR session at Warming Light Counselling to start at a pace that works for you.