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Trauma & PTSD Therapy in Asheville, NC for Women – Virtual Support Throughout North Carolina & Arizona

PTSD Therapy in Asheville, NC for Women with trauma histories – Virtual Support throughout North Carolina & Arizona

Trauma leaves an invisible mark on your mind, body, and soul

Maybe you’re…

  • Carrying the weight of painful memories that feel impossible to shake

  • On edge all the time, like your body can’t relax no matter how hard you try

  • Feeling disconnected from yourself, like you’re watching life happen through a fog

  • Constantly scanning for danger, even in moments when you know you should feel safe

  • Struggling to trust others, unsure if it’s better to keep your guard up or let people in

  • Overwhelmed by shame, guilt, or fear that keeps you stuck in the past

  • Wondering if you’ll ever feel “normal” again—or even know what that means

  • Avoiding anything that might stir up the pain, but feeling like it follows you everywhere anyway

Hi, I’m Brooke

I help women struggling with PTSD in Asheville, NC, find lasting relief through holistic, evidence-based therapies—such as EMDR, Parts Work, mindfulness, and somatic therapies—designed to create real change and restore balance to your nervous system and your life.

I know true healing from trauma is possible because I help people every day learn to quiet their racing minds and rediscover peace, using tools that offer actual relief, without adding to the overwhelm

Your past doesn’t have to hold you back from the life you deserve.

How PTSD Therapy in Asheville, NC can help

What if you could…

  • Find peace in the present, free from the weight of old wounds

  • Feel grounded and safe in your body instead of constantly on edge

  • Understand and work through emotions with kindness and care, rather than shutting down or avoiding them

  • Build meaningful relationships where you feel seen and valued

  • Heal painful memories so they no longer hold power over you

  • Cultivate self-compassion and confidence instead of battling shame and self-doubt

  • Move beyond survival mode and create a life that feels calm, balanced and truly fulfilling

How Trauma Intersects with Depression and Anxiety

Trauma doesn’t just stay in the past—it ripples into the present. Many of the women I work with come in wondering why they feel on edge all the time or why they can’t seem to shake the weight of exhaustion or sadness. Trauma—especially when it’s unprocessed—can fuel both anxiety and depression, leaving you constantly bracing for impact or feeling emotionally shut down. Whether it shows up as perfectionism, irritability, burnout, or a deep sense of numbness, these struggles are often different faces of the same pain. If you’ve ever thought, “Why am I like this?”—you’re not alone, and it makes sense.

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Treatment Modalities

for trauma and PTSD in Asheville NC

  • Stuck in the pain of the past?
    When you’ve experienced trauma, it can feel like your past is always just beneath the surface—affecting how you think, feel, and react in the present. Maybe certain memories feel too overwhelming to revisit, or you find yourself stuck in patterns you just can’t break, no matter how hard you try.

    That’s where EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) can help. EMDR is a powerful approach that allows you to gently process painful memories so they no longer hold the same emotional charge. Together, we’ll work to reprocess those experiences in a safe, supportive environment, helping your brain heal and integrate what happened in a way that brings relief and freedom.

    You don’t have to relive the trauma to heal from it. Using guided techniques, we’ll help your brain “unstick” from the past and create new pathways that allow you to feel calm, grounded, and in control. Over time, you’ll notice the weight of those memories lifting and begin to experience a sense of peace and resilience.

    With EMDR, it’s possible to move beyond the pain of the past and step into a life that feels lighter, freer, and fully yours.

  • Feeling stuck in survival mode?
    Anxiety and depression can feel like you’re trapped in a constant state of overwhelm—your body tense, your thoughts racing, and no sense of relief in sight. That’s because our nervous systems are wired for survival, and sometimes they get stuck in “fight, flight, or freeze” mode, even when there’s no immediate danger.

    This is where polyvagal theory comes in. Together, we’ll work to gently retrain your nervous system so it feels safe to relax and reconnect. We’ll explore practices like breathwork, mindfulness, and grounding techniques to help your body shift out of survival mode and into a state of calm. Over time, you’ll notice it becomes easier to stay present, manage stress, and respond to challenges without feeling overwhelmed.

    Polyvagal theory also helps us understand how anxiety and depression can impact your relationships. By learning how to regulate your nervous system, you’ll feel more connected to yourself and the people around you, creating space for deeper, healthier relationships.

    With this approach, you’ll not only find relief from anxiety and depression but also build resilience, confidence, and a greater sense of balance in your life.

  • Feeling torn between parts of yourself?
    Sometimes it can feel like there’s an internal tug-of-war happening inside you. Maybe one part of you wants to move forward, but another part keeps pulling you back into fear or doubt. You might even notice a harsh inner critic that won’t let up or a part of you that just wants to nhelps you understand and work with these parts of yourself, not fight against them. Together, we’ll explore how each part has developed to protect or support you, even if it doesn’t feel that way right now. By building a sense of compassion and curiosity toward these parts, you’ll start to feel more connected, calm, and in control of your inner world.

    This approach isn’t about fixing you—it’s about helping all the parts of you work together so you can feel more whole. Over time, you’ll notice that self-doubt gives way to confidence, and the patterns that once felt impossible to change start to shift.

    Parts work can help heal old wounds, calm the chaos inside, and reconnect with the grounded, resilient self that’s been there all along.

  • Feeling stuck in the past or caught in “what if” worries?
    Anxiety, depression, and trauma can keep you trapped in a constant tug-of-war between the past and the future—replaying old mistakes or bracing for what might go wrong. Mindfulness-Based Therapy offers a way to step out of that cycle and build the capacity you need to anchor yourself in the present moment.

    Together, we’ll work on building awareness of your thoughts, emotions, and body without judgment. Using mindfulness practices, you’ll learn how to pause, breathe, and respond with intention instead of reacting out of overwhelm or fear. Over time, you’ll discover how to stay grounded in the here and now, even when life feels chaotic or uncertain.

    This isn’t about ignoring the hard stuff—it’s about meeting it with calm, clarity, and compassion so you can start living with more balance and peace of mind.

  • Are your relationships leaving you feeling disconnected, hurt and even more alone?

    The way we connect with others often traces back to the patterns we learned early in life. If those patterns were shaped by pain, neglect, or instability, it can feel hard to trust others, set boundaries, or feel truly safe in relationships.

    Attachment-Based Therapy helps you explore how your past relationships shape the way you show up today. Together, we’ll work to identify old patterns, heal the wounds they’ve left, and create new ways of connecting that feel safe and fulfilling.

    Through this process, you’ll learn how to trust yourself and others, set boundaries with confidence, and build relationships where you can feel seen, valued, and supported.

This is for you if:

  • You’re ready to create a life beyond trauma and let go of survival mode

  • You want to build meaningful, trusting relationships with yourself and others.

  • You’re ready to go beyond the surface and heal the root of your pain

  • You’re committed to making small, steady changes to support your healing journey.

This may not be for you if:

  • You’re looking for a quick fix or are not ready to commit to the process of deeper healing.

  • You’re not open to exploring the root causes of your struggles and prefer to focus only on managing symptoms.

  • You’re not ready to dedicate time and energy to making small, consistent changes that support long-term growth.

  • You’re not quite ready to engage in a collaborative, open-minded approach to therapy.

Feeling unsure? Let’s talk through your concerns 

  • It's natural to fear that delving into past traumas might be too intense. In therapy, we will always move at a pace that feels safe for you. We won't rush into difficult topics or feelings until you're ready. The goal is to create a supportive environment where you feel in control of your healing journey.

  • It's common to doubt whether therapy can help, especially if you've tried it before without the desired results. Every therapeutic relationship is unique, and finding the right fit is crucial. Together, we'll explore approaches tailored to your specific needs, focusing on building trust and creating a space where you feel heard and understood.

  • Opening up about personal experiences can be daunting, especially if you're concerned about judgment. In therapy, you are met with empathy and without judgment. Your feelings and experiences are valid, and our work together is centered on understanding and supporting you.

  • It's a common misconception that therapy requires you to relive traumatic events. While understanding the impact of past experiences is part of the process, we focus on your current feelings and coping mechanisms. We work together to build resilience and find ways to move forward without dwelling on the past.


  • Therapy is a financial commitment, but it’s also an investment in your mental and emotional health. The patterns you’re working through-disconnection from yourself and others, overwhelm, numbing out the pain—cost you time, peace, and energy every single day. The healing and tools you’ll gain in therapy can transform not just your mental health but your relationships, work, and overall well-being.


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Find Peace, Safety, and True Healing


You don’t have to keep carrying the weight of the past or feeling trapped by its hold on your life. Together, we’ll work to ease the emotional pain, calm your overworked nervous system, and untangle the patterns that keep you stuck in survival mode.

With compassionate support, you can reclaim a sense of safety in your body, reconnect with who you are, and begin to create a life that feels grounded, free, and truly yours.

Let’s Take the Next Step Together

You’ve carried this weight around long enough. You don’t have to keep waking up with dread in the pit of your stomach, moving through your days feeling miserable and stuck. Change is possible, and you don’t have to do it alone.

Starting therapy can feel like a big leap, and it is, but it’s also a powerful one. Together, we’ll create a space where you feel safe to explore, process, and heal these old wounds. You deserve  to move forward, and to reclaim your sense of peace and purpose.

Ready to take the next step? Let’s talk about how I can support you on this journey. Reach out today to schedule a consultation—I’m here to help you start living the life you deserve.