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Kentucky Trauma Therapists (KTT)- dedicated to providing trauma-informed clinical care to Kentucians.

01/09/2026

🌿 What PTSD Can Really Look Like 🌿

PTSD is often misunderstood — many people picture someone reliving dramatic flashbacks or avoiding everything in life. But the truth is, PTSD doesn’t always look like the stereotype.

Here’s what PTSD can actually look like:

Feeling constantly “on edge” or hypervigilant

Difficulty concentrating or remembering things

Emotional numbness or feeling detached from others

Sleep problems, nightmares, or sudden panic

Avoiding certain people, places, or even thoughts

Irritability, anger, or sudden emotional outbursts

These responses are your body and brain trying to keep you safe — even if the danger is in the past. PTSD is a survival mechanism, not a personal flaw.

💛 Healing doesn’t mean you forget or erase trauma — it means learning how to live safely with it and reclaim your life.

— Kentucky Trauma Therapists

01/08/2026

🔄 Why Reassurance Seeking Can Make OCD Worse 🔄

If you struggle with OCD, you might find yourself asking for reassurance over and over:

“Am I going to be okay?”

“Did I lock the door?”

“Did I say something wrong?”

It feels safe in the moment — but here’s the tricky part: reassurance feeds the OCD cycle.

Here’s why:

It reinforces the obsession by giving temporary relief, making your brain think the worry was real.

It creates dependency on others for certainty instead of building your own coping skills.

It increases anxiety long-term, because the relief is always temporary — the worry comes back.

✅ A healthier approach is learning to tolerate uncertainty and practice skills that help your brain sit with discomfort without acting on the compulsion. Over time, this weakens OCD’s grip.

You are not weak for seeking reassurance — it’s a natural coping instinct. With guidance, you can learn strategies that actually reduce OCD over time. 💛

— Kentucky Trauma Therapists

01/07/2026

✨ What is EMDR & How Can It Help with PTSD? ✨

EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a trauma-focused therapy that helps your brain process distressing memories safely. It’s not about reliving trauma — it’s about retraining your brain to reduce the emotional charge of painful experiences.

Here’s how EMDR can help:

Reduce trauma-related distress: Memories that once triggered intense fear, shame, or sadness can become easier to think about.

Improve emotional regulation: EMDR can help your nervous system respond more calmly to triggers.

Increase coping and resilience: Many people notice improved confidence, sleep, and daily functioning.

Address past experiences without reliving them: EMDR helps your brain integrate traumatic memories so they feel less overwhelming.

For those with PTSD, EMDR can be a powerful tool to heal the past while feeling safe in the present. 💛

If you’ve experienced trauma, EMDR may be a therapy worth exploring with a trained professional.

— Kentucky Trauma Therapists

01/06/2026

🛑 Setting Boundaries is Self-Care 🛑

Boundaries aren’t about being “mean” or “selfish.” They’re about protecting your emotional, mental, and physical well-being — especially if you’ve experienced trauma.

Here’s what healthy boundaries can look like:

Saying “no” when you’re too tired or overwhelmed.

Limiting conversations with people who drain your energy.

Asking for space when you need to process emotions.

Choosing who and how you share your personal story.

Prioritizing your own needs before overextending for others.

Boundaries are an act of self-respect. They help you feel safer, calmer, and more in control of your life. 💛

Remember: Setting a boundary is not rejection — it’s protection. And it’s a skill you can strengthen over time.

— Kentucky Trauma Therapists

01/05/2026

🌊 Emotional Dysregulation & Trauma 🌊

If you’ve experienced trauma, you may notice your emotions feel intense, unpredictable, or overwhelming at times. This is called emotional dysregulation, and it’s actually a common response to trauma — not a personal flaw.

Here’s what’s happening:

Trauma can keep your nervous system on high alert, making it harder to calm down.

Your brain may react faster than your conscious mind, causing strong emotional reactions.

Even small triggers can feel huge, because your body is remembering past danger.

The good news? Emotional regulation is a skill that can be rebuilt over time. Techniques like grounding, mindfulness, and trauma-informed therapy can help your nervous system learn that it is safe to relax.

💛 If your emotions feel overwhelming, know this: your reactions are valid. You are not “too sensitive” — your body is responding to what it experienced.

— Kentucky Trauma Therapists

01/04/2026

🧠 ADHD & PTSD: Understanding the Connection 🧠

Did you know that ADHD and PTSD can look similar — and sometimes even overlap?

Both can affect focus, memory, emotional regulation, and impulsivity. Here’s how they connect:

Hyperarousal & Reactivity: PTSD can keep your nervous system on high alert, which may look like hyperactivity or distractibility — similar to ADHD symptoms.

Difficulty with Focus: Trauma can make it hard to concentrate, organize, or follow through on tasks — just like ADHD.

Emotional Dysregulation: Both ADHD and PTSD can cause mood swings, irritability, or difficulty managing stress.

Impulsivity & Avoidance: Trauma responses may lead to avoidance or impulsive coping, which can overlap with ADHD challenges.

The key takeaway: Experiencing ADHD symptoms doesn’t mean someone isn’t also processing trauma — and trauma responses don’t mean someone “just has ADHD.” They can co-exist, and understanding both is essential for healing.

If this resonates, remember: awareness is the first step toward compassionate, effective support. 💛

— Kentucky Trauma Therapists

01/03/2026

💛 “Your brain is doing its best to keep you safe — even when it feels too much.” 💛

Healing isn’t about rushing or forcing yourself. It’s about small steps, self-compassion, and learning that safety is possible.

You are not broken. You are surviving. You are enough.

— Kentucky Trauma Therapists

01/02/2026

✨ OCD: Myths vs. Reality ✨

OCD is one of the most misunderstood mental health conditions — and those misunderstandings can create shame and silence.

Let’s clear a few things up:

❌ OCD is not just being organized or liking things neat
❌ Intrusive thoughts are not desires or intentions
❌ OCD doesn’t show up as “one type” of fear

✅ OCD attacks what you care about most
✅ Intrusive thoughts are unwanted and distressing
✅ Reassurance may feel helpful short-term, but often strengthens the OCD cycle
✅ Learning to tolerate uncertainty is part of healing

If you or someone you love struggles with OCD, please know this:
You are not your thoughts. And you are not alone.

Save this. Share this. Stigma decreases when understanding increases. 💛

— Kentucky Trauma Therapists

01/02/2026

✨ Let’s clear something up about PTSD and trauma ✨

If you’ve ever thought:
“Why can’t I just calm down?”
“Why does my body react before my mind does?”
“Why do I avoid things that seem small to other people?”

You’re not broken.
Your nervous system learned how to survive.

Trauma doesn’t live only in memories — it lives in the body.
Avoidance isn’t weakness — it’s protection that’s working overtime.
Anxiety and fear responses aren’t character flaws — they’re learned survival responses.

When your brain senses danger (even when you logically know you’re safe), it reacts fast — because at some point, that response helped you survive.

Healing isn’t about forcing yourself to “push through.”
It’s about helping your nervous system learn that safety is possible again.

If this resonates, you’re not alone — and support exists. 💛

Save this. Share this. Be gentle with yourself today.

— Kentucky Trauma Therapists

01/01/2026

✨ Cheers to surviving this year ✨

This year may have been heavy. Painful. Overwhelming at times. But here you are — still standing. Still showing up for yourself. Still surviving.

For some, “celebration” doesn’t look like fireworks and parties — it looks like:

Taking care of yourself when you could have given up

Making it through a day that felt impossible

Showing up to therapy, to work, to life — one small step at a time

Survival is strength. Healing is courage. And sometimes, simply making it through deserves recognition.

So tonight, no matter how you celebrate, honor yourself. Honor your resilience. Honor every step you took to get here. 💛

You survived this year. That matters.

— Kentucky Trauma Therapists

12/29/2025

🌟 We’re Expanding Across Kentucky! 🌟
Kentucky Trauma Therapists is growing, and we’re excited to announce clinician openings in Bowling Green, Russellville, and Richmond, KY!

If you’re a trauma-informed therapist who believes in compassionate, evidence-based care—and you want to make a meaningful impact in the lives of fellow Kentuckians—we’d love to meet you.

✨ Positions Available: Mental Health Therapist
✨ Locations: Bowling Green • Russellville • Richmond
✨ Who We Are:
We’re a trauma-focused practice dedicated to helping individuals and families heal, grow, and thrive. Our clinicians support clients who often haven’t found success in traditional talk therapy alone, and we take pride in offering a collaborative, supportive environment.

What We Offer:
• Fully furnished office space
• Credentialing & billing support
• A team that values connection, growth, and high-quality care
• Ongoing opportunities for professional development

What We’re Looking For:
Therapists with a Master’s degree and an active or provisional KY license (LPCC/LPCA, CSW/LCSW, LMFT, Psychologist) who are passionate about trauma-informed work. Group therapy experience is a plus!

📩 How to Apply:
Send your resume + a brief cover letter to kentuckytraumatherapists@gmail.com

Help us continue our mission of supporting Kentuckians on their healing journeys. 💙
We can’t wait to welcome the next members of our team!

12/21/2025

Even if you are not a client- please feel free to reach out to us and let us know how we can be of help today. Food security is an important feature to care. It is hard to work on mental health when you are concerned where your next meal is coming from. Please reach out if we can be of help.

Food pantries available in , , and . Call us today at 364 203 9250.

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