While Complex PTSD (C-PTSD) continues to have little representation in the mental health literature, including lack of diagnostic clarity in the DSM-5, the ICD-11 recognizes C-PTSD as a distinct diagnosis separate from traditional PTSD. At Yogi Counseling, our aim is to provide effective counseling to support folks with CPTSD through an integration of various trauma-modalities such as somatic work, internal family systems parts work, and EMDR. We recognize that CPTSD underlies many traditional “diagnoses” and we aim strive to not ignore the various ways in which people experience trauma We also integrate mindfulness and emotion-regulation strategies to help clients get ready to do deeper trauma work. Our CPTSD treatment uses a phase-based approach recommended by recent guidelines from the American Psychological Association on treating CPTSD, which you can read more about here! We also specialize in grief and bereavement counseling and religious abuse and trauma - taking a trauma-engaged approach to intervention.

Finally, we are passionate in working with folks with various spiritual affiliations who want an affirming approach to counseling that does not pathologize their meaning-making systems. We recognize that, historically, the field of mental health has also had a narrow scope, viewing human suffering as a personal problem - a disorder to be diagnosed and eradicated. This approach can be shaming for people when the suffering continues despite treatment. At this point, many people give up on mental health services or turn to other options.

In their search, a lot of people gravitate toward various spiritual, philosophical, or personal meaning-making systems as a way to seek relief from suffering, such as yoga, meditation, or other contemplative practices. Others turn to psychedelics for answers. The goal of these practices is typically to develop joy, find peace - or experience transcendence - and a deeper sense of what it means to be human.

While people often report finding both comfort and insight from these various approaches, many also benefit from additional support as they traverse uncharted territory and confront deeper personal truths. This inner journey can be both incredibly profound and deeply destabilizing - often defying Western logic and traditional psychological models.

At Yogi Counseling, we offer mental health services deeply rooted in - and affirming of - spiritual and contemplative practices. Our approach is non-pathologizing and grounded in a sense of curiosity that situates the client as the expert on their own internal knowing. Our goal is to support your personal journey to the most profound parts of the human experience. To learn more about our providers, services, or what to expect from counseling, click on the links above.