FAQs

EMDR therapy treats trauma by activating both sides of the brain through guided eye movements. It helps process traumatic memories and reduce their emotional impact on daily life.

Individual therapy sessions last 60 minutes, while group therapy sessions run approximately two hours. This allows sufficient time for meaningful therapeutic work and peer support.

DBT helps people with emotional dysregulation develop healthy coping mechanisms. It combines individual therapy with skills training to manage intense emotions and improve relationships.

Yes, we provide both trauma group therapy and grief group therapy sessions. All groups include psychoeducation to support mind and body healing in a supportive environment.

We utilize various trauma-informed modalities including EMDR, DBT, individual counseling, and group therapy. Our comprehensive approach addresses different aspects of trauma healing and recovery.

Grief therapy provides specialized support for loss-related trauma through individual sessions and group work. It helps process complex emotions and develop healthy coping strategies for bereavement.

Expect a trauma-informed approach that honors your healing pace. Sessions focus on building coping skills, processing experiences, and creating a safe therapeutic relationship for recovery.

Yes, our trauma therapy specifically addresses PTSD through evidence-based treatments like EMDR and specialized counseling. We help reduce symptoms and improve daily functioning and quality of life.

Trauma-informed therapy recognizes trauma's widespread impact and prioritizes safety, trustworthiness, and collaboration. It avoids re-traumatization while empowering clients in their healing journey.

Group therapy benefits those wanting peer support alongside individual work. It's especially helpful for trauma and grief processing, offering shared experiences and community healing.

Healing Trauma Center accepts several insurance plans and welcomes new clients at our New Bedford location on County Street. We also offer telehealth sessions for clients across Massachusetts. To verify your specific coverage and schedule a consultation, please use our contact page or call us directly — we'll confirm availability and walk you through the intake process.

Healing Trauma Center in New Bedford specializes in EMDR and trauma-focused therapy, serving clients at our County Street location and via telehealth throughout Massachusetts. Checking a provider's specific trauma training, insurance acceptance, and current availability are the most important steps when choosing between therapists.

Yes, telehealth sessions are available for clients across Massachusetts, not only those local to New Bedford. This means you can access EMDR and trauma-informed care from a licensed therapist regardless of where you are in the state.