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Kristy L. Brewer, LCSW, PhD

Your trauma-calming therapist! No more shame and disparity. Confidence and peace can be yours!

09/04/2025

Many people wonder if their pain “counts” as trauma because it doesn’t look like what we usually picture. But trauma isn’t just war, violence, or disasters — it’s about how powerless or overwhelmed you felt in the moment.

If you’ve been asking yourself, “Is this trauma?”, this blog may help you find clarity and compassion for your story.

I have openings for folks in Georgia.

Atlanta trauma therapist explains how trauma isn’t only war or violence. Learn how to recognize hidden trauma and begin your healing journey.

08/25/2025

Ever feel like you’re “too much” in relationships—or maybe “not enough”?
Unhealed trauma can leave us second-guessing, clinging too tightly, or pulling away out of fear. The good news? These patterns aren’t who you are—they’re simply survival strategies your nervous system learned long ago.

💚 In my latest blog, I dive into how trauma affects trust, intimacy, and self-worth—and how healing can help you feel safe to love and be loved

Discover how trauma impacts trust, intimacy, and self-worth. Learn how a trauma therapist in Atlanta can help you rebuild healthier connections.

08/15/2025

Loving someone with unresolved trauma can feel like being held hostage by events you were not even part of.
The good news? Boundaries can be both compassionate and strong.
If you’ve ever wondered, “How do I love them without losing myself?”—this one’s for you.

Discover how to set healthy boundaries and find hope with guidance from a trauma therapist in Atlanta.

07/25/2025

I’m not the lighthouse because I’m never shaken.
I’m the lighthouse because I know what it’s like to stand in storms and still shine a light.
Being a trauma therapist doesn’t mean I’m immune to life’s waves. It means I’ve learned to stay rooted—and help others do the same.

Even your trauma therapist in Atlanta faces real-life messiness. Discover why having a perfectly imperfect therapist can help you feel seen, understood, and supported in your healing journey.

07/16/2025

Sleep isn’t just about winding down. It’s about safety. When your nervous system doesn’t feel safe, your body resists rest.

Struggling to fall or stay asleep? A trauma therapist in Atlanta explains how unresolved trauma impacts sleep and how trauma therapy Atlanta can help.

07/03/2025

If you've ever felt like you should be able to handle everything on your own, this blog is for you.

Hyper-independence is often a trauma response. Healing starts with small, brave steps.

I am here to support those in Georgia who are struggling with hyper-independence to find healing.

Struggling to ask for help? A trauma therapist in Atlanta explains how over-independence can be a trauma response—and how therapy helps you heal.

06/26/2025

You love your kids. You try hard. But no matter what, the guilt lingers.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re a good mom, you probably are.

In my latest blog, I explore how mom-guilt is often rooted in deeper trauma and what trauma therapy in Atlanta can do to help you release it.

Struggling with mom guilt? Learn how trauma therapy in Atlanta can help you release shame and embrace self-compassion as a devoted mother.

06/20/2025

If you have ever thought tears mean you're weak, let me share with you the truth. Tears are a signal that your body is ready to heal. If you were ever told to "stop crying" as a child or struggle with the need to "hold it in," this blog might feel like a deep exhale for you.

I have room for anyone in Georgia who needs support healing what your tears are telling you needs healing.

Struggling to hold back tears? Discover how crying supports healing and why it’s welcome in trauma therapy Atlanta. Your pain deserves space.

06/12/2025

Another challenging holiday is upon us this weekend if you didn't have the best relationship with your father. My latest blog discusses some tips for making it easier.

I have openings for anyone in Georgia who needs to heal painful relationships.

Father’s Day can bring up pain, grief, or anger. A trauma therapist in Atlanta offers insights and tools for healing strained father-child relationships.

06/01/2025

Gaslighting can be confusing, emotionally painful, and difficult to know how to handle. My latest blog can help.

Struggling to trust your reality? A trauma therapist in Atlanta explains how gaslighting works, how to spot it, and how trauma therapy can help you heal.

05/07/2025

I was feeling a need to write this blog. I hope it is helpful.

Struggling with Mother's Day? An LDS trauma therapist in Atlanta offers comfort, insight, and support for those facing pain, grief, or unmet longing.

04/25/2025

Struggling with time management might be a trauma response.

Chronic lateness, procrastination, and time blindness may be trauma responses—not laziness. A trauma therapist in Atlanta explains what’s really going on.

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https://www.kristybrewertherapy.com/

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