Stages Of Trauma Recovery

Recovery from trauma often covers 3 stages.
Remember – recovery is complex, and rarely moves straight from one stage to the next.

Stage 1 – Safety and Stabilization

Focuses on ensuring literal safety, and managing painful emotions, memories, body sensations, and relationships with others.

Stage 2 – Processing

Involves telling the trauma story, reclaiming and transforming the traumatic memories so they can be integrated into your life story.

Stage 3 – Integration & Post-Trauma Growth
Focuses on developing a new sense of self and creating a new future.