Indianapolis Trauma Therapy Center

04/23/2026

In music, a grand pause in the sound is called a “caesura” - but even in the silence and perceived lack of progression, the music still flows. This is a lot like our lives.

You are not simply stuck in your reactions, patterns, and processes. Stay tuned and curious during the silence. Your world is dynamic and full of ever changing possibilities.

04/21/2026

Our experiences are stored as both explicit (conscious, declarative) memories, and implicit (unconscious, felt) memories. Trauma largely impacts this process.

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04/19/2026

Healthy boundaries protect connection, while walls prevent it entirely.

If you are afraid of setting boundaries, you might build a wall to avoid the issue or relationship all together. It’s ok to start small. You can say, “I can’t commit to that,” delay responses to messages, or say “no” without providing excuses.

Boundaries help guide our expectations and protect the integrity of the relationship.

04/16/2026

The semicolon signifies a pause rather than an end; encouraging those who are struggling to continue their story and not give up.

It is a symbol to bring awareness to those struggling with their mental health, to remember those we’ve lost to su***de, and to remind us to keep going and see what the next page has in store.

Your story is not over.

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04/14/2026

Art is symbolic, powerful, engaging, and personal. It is a powerful tool that can help integrate our experiences into the greater context of our lives.

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04/08/2026

After trauma, the body needs safety before it can heal.

If that safety never comes, if nothing helps calm the alarm, the body assumes the danger never ended. This is why many survivors can seem jumpy, distant, or “on edge” long after it’s over. These symptoms of trauma are signs that the body and brain still feel unsafe.

04/05/2026

“No matter how long the winter, the spring is sure to follow”

The changing season reminds us that the world is in a constant state of transformation. Change is the only 100% guarantee in our lives. May the spring inspire within us an open heart and mind 🌸

04/03/2026

Take a minute to tune in. Interoception helps you answer the question: How are you feeling?

How fast are you breathing? Can you feel your heart beat? Be curious about what you observe. There are no wrong ways to be.

Interoception is the vital sense of the body’s internal state. Recognizing your hunger, heart rate, or pain allows you to understand your physical and emotional needs.

HelpingHealTrauma.com

04/01/2026

Some of the untold realities of sexual violence:

🔹 Many survivors don’t label their experience as assault. The lack of language, power dynamics, or grooming can delay or prevent understanding.

🔹 “Freeze” is a common survival response. It’s not always fight or flight: immobility is a part of the body’s natural defense system and not an indication of consent.

🔹 Children may display trauma through behavioral changes, not just verbal disclosure. Look for signs of regression, anxiety, or changes in school performance.

🔹 Sexual violence disproportionately affects certain communities. People of color, individuals with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ people experience higher rates of sexual violence.

🔹 Survivors can experience cognitive dissonance. They may have conflicting emotions towards the person who caused them harm, especially if they were in a relationship.

Sexual Assault Awareness Month can bring up a range of feelings: sorrow, rage, strength, or joy in how far you’ve come. Wherever you are this month, know that we stand with you, we’re fighting for you and even in dark times, you are not alone.

HelpingHealTrauma.com

03/30/2026

Trauma rewires the brain to disconnect from our relationships. It shifts the nervous system into a chronically activated or dissociated state, which is not the internal environment conducive to connection with others.

You don’t have to be stuck here forever. The brain and body can be rewired to feel safe to connect again through somatic practices, self compassion, and mindfulness. We can help be your guide.

HelpingHealTrauma.com

03/27/2026