Why Childhood & Intergenerational Trauma Matters

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Trauma experienced during childhood or passed down through generations can deeply impact your emotional well-being, relationships, and daily life. These wounds often shape how you relate to yourself and others, affecting your sense of safety, trust, and identity.
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At Deep Sea Psychology, we understand how complex and sensitive this healing journey can be. Our trauma-informed therapists specialize in helping clients like you navigate and heal childhood trauma and intergenerational patterns through compassionate, holistic, and evidence-based online therapy.

Who Can Benefit from This Therapy?

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• Adults struggling with unresolved childhood trauma
  
• Individuals impacted by family or generational trauma patterns
  
• Those wanting to understand how past family experiences affect present mental health
  
• People seeking safe, convenient online therapy with licensed trauma specialists
  

What Is Intergenerational Trauma?

Intergenerational trauma refers to trauma passed down from one generation to the next through family systems, beliefs, and behaviors. It often manifests as emotional wounds, stress responses, or relational challenges that are difficult to trace but deeply felt.

​Healing intergenerational trauma can help you:

• Break harmful cycles affecting your family
• Develop healthier relationships
• Improve emotional resilience and well-being

How Our Online Therapy Works

Flexible, confidential, and convenient — our online therapy sessions connect you with licensed psychologists and trauma specialists who use evidence-based treatments tailored for childhood and intergenerational trauma. Therapies may include EMDR, somatic experiencing, CBT, and other trauma-informed modalities designed for deep healing.

• Secure video sessions from home or anywhere
• No travel, no waiting rooms, no stigma
• Personalized treatment plans
• Flexible scheduling

What to Expect in Your Therapy Journey

• Personalized Assessment & Conceptualization: We start by understanding your unique trauma history and current challenges.
• Collaborative Goal Setting: You work with your therapist to define healing goals meaningful to you.
• Tailored Treatment: Receive customized trauma therapy that fits your needs and pace.
• Ongoing Support: Regular sessions and progress check-ins to ensure effective healing.

Trauma is not just an event that took place sometime in the past; it is also the imprint left by that experience on mind, brain, and body.

​- Bessel van der Kolk

Real Healing Starts Here

​You deserve a compassionate, expert guide on your path to recovery. Our therapists are trained to support you through the complexities of childhood and family trauma with sensitivity, respect, and proven techniques.

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Don’t let childhood or intergenerational trauma continue to hold you back. Connect with a licensed trauma therapist online who understands your story and is ready to help you heal.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know if I’m experiencing childhood or intergenerational trauma?​

Many people carry emotional wounds from their early years or inherited patterns from their family system without realizing it. Signs may include difficulty trusting others, feeling emotionally numb, repeating unhealthy relationship dynamics, or struggling with anxiety or shame. A therapist can help you understand your experiences and how they may be linked to unresolved trauma.

Can trauma really be passed down through generations?

Yes. Research shows that trauma can be transmitted through family behaviors, beliefs, and even biological responses. Patterns such as emotional avoidance, hypervigilance, or dysfunctional relationships may be rooted in trauma experienced by previous generations. Therapy can help you understand and shift these patterns.

Will talking about the past just make me feel worse?

It’s common to feel nervous about revisiting painful memories. Our therapists are trained in trauma-informed approaches that prioritize emotional safety and work at your pace. The goal isn’t to relive trauma, but to process it in a way that promotes healing and resilience.

What type of therapy do you use for childhood and intergenerational trauma?

Our therapists draw from evidence-based methods including EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), somatic experiencing, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and trauma-focused CBT. Treatment is customized to your needs, with a focus on healing the root causes—not just managing symptoms.

Is online therapy effective for deep trauma work?

Yes. Online therapy can be just as effective as in-person therapy for trauma, especially when delivered by licensed, trauma-trained professionals. Many clients find it easier to open up and stay consistent when they can meet from the comfort of home.

Do I need a diagnosis to begin therapy?

No diagnosis is required to start. If you’re experiencing emotional distress linked to past experiences, that’s enough reason to seek support. If a diagnosis is needed for insurance or personal clarity, we can provide a professional clinical assessment.